News The Seattle MacArthur Fellow who teaches common sense to computers UW researcher Dr. Yejin Choi has spent a career pursuing 'risky' AI research that bridges the communication gap between humans and technology. by Hannah Weinberger / November 1, 2022
Environment Even in Washington’s ‘mildest’ regions, heat is deadly As the state works to protect residents in a changing climate, a new study suggests the solutions should vary by location. by Hannah Weinberger / October 13, 2022
Environment The complicated process of recycling batteries in Washington state As we use more batteries in our daily lives, our ability to dispose of them will struggle to keep up. by Hannah Weinberger / September 23, 2022
News After 40 years at Seattle Center, Crosscut will move across town Cascade Public Media, which includes Crosscut and the PBS station KCTS9, has launched a $12.5 campaign to secure the new home. by Hannah Weinberger / September 21, 2022 / Updated at 12:15 p.m. on Sept. 23
Environment A Washingtonian's guide to living among volcanoes Videos of Mount Rainier 'venting' sent locals into a brief tailspin on social media this week. Here's how to know when to actually worry. by Hannah Weinberger / September 12, 2022
Environment WA ecosystems are changing. Conservation efforts are, too The Natural Areas program is critical for preserving native biodiversity in the state, but climate change is challenging its future. by Hannah Weinberger / August 23, 2022
Environment Madeline Ostrander on how your home will change with the climate The Seattle author's new book 'At Home on an Unruly Planet' highlights how communities on the front lines of floods, fire and other disasters are finding resilience. by Hannah Weinberger / August 9, 2022
Inside Cascade PBS Admit it: We weren't built for this heat A reporter covering climate adaptation reflects on heat vulnerability in Western Washington. by Hannah Weinberger / August 2, 2022
Environment 'Murder hornet' gets new, more ethical, name The change comes after a WA state entomologist requested a less damaging name for the hornet species. by Hannah Weinberger / July 28, 2022
Environment New WA program gives low-income renters access to A/C More than 1,000 Washington residents have received live-saving air conditioning units as the region warms. by Hannah Weinberger / July 25, 2022