Politics 5 takeaways from the superintendent of public instruction debate Incumbent Chris Reykdal and David Olson disagreed about school funding and parental-rights policies, but found moments of accord. by Mai Hoang / September 26, 2024 / Updated 4:30 p.m., Sept. 27, 2024
Politics Washington voters are leaning toward Bob Ferguson in governor race A Cascade PBS/Elway Poll shows Ferguson’s double-digit lead over Republican Dave Reichert. But independent and undecided voters could change that. by Mai Hoang / September 12, 2024
News What’s at the core of WSU’s new apple variety name delay? The fruit, a cross between Honeycrisp and Pink Lady, will be produced exclusively by Washington growers and hit grocery stores in 2029. by Mai Hoang / September 4, 2024
Politics A 2014 Yakima case sparked a push in WA for voting rights reform Though the historic ruling on City Council elections empowered Latino voters and paved the way for future reforms, barriers persist. by Mai Hoang / August 28, 2024
Politics Under God: How Christianity permeates Yakima city politics A new conservative majority’s decision to reject a Pride Month proclamation is one example of the increasing influence of evangelical ideals in Central WA. by Mai Hoang / August 21, 2024 / Updated 3:10 p.m., Aug. 21
News Federal court orders higher pay for foreign guest workers in WA orchards The farmworker union continues to pursue the lawsuit addressing how wages are set for orchard workers. by Mai Hoang / July 23, 2024
Politics In Central WA, 4th District race heats up in conservative showdown Jerrod Sessler and Tiffany Smiley say that U.S. House Rep Dan Newhouse, who voted to impeach Trump, is not conservative enough for his constituents. by Mai Hoang / July 18, 2024
Politics WA public lands commissioner race attracts unusually crowded field A variety of candidates are seeking the statewide office that oversees public-owned lands and firefighting efforts. by Mai Hoang / July 1, 2024
Politics New Central WA districts spark drama as the 2024 election revs up The Latino-majority 14th Legislative District has created new opportunities for some candidates and attracted criticism from others. by Mai Hoang / May 31, 2024 / Updated 3:15 p.m. August 7
Environment Volunteers power wildfire mitigation efforts in the Tri-Cities Kennewick has a higher fire risk than 92% of U.S. communities. The nonprofit Team Rubicon helps respond to these disasters and prevent future ones. by Mai Hoang / May 13, 2024