In the fight against Washington wildfires, drones are now as vital as chainsaws Behind the scenes, a squad of IT teams, meteorologists and other tech experts are helping fight fire and save lives. by Emily McCarty / September 11, 2019
Environment A gel made in Washington is killing cancer in pets. Humans could be next to benefit The novel radiation treatment was developed for animals in the Tri-Cities. Scientists hope to begin human clinical trials in the near future. by Emily McCarty / September 6, 2019
Culture Grain to growler: the new farm-to-table approach to beer WA farmers are seeding the craft malt industry. by Emily McCarty / August 23, 2019
Politics Poll: WA feels good about the economy, bad about Trump’s tariffs A new Crosscut/Elway Poll finds that while there is some alignment on major economic attitudes, registered voters are still divided by partisanship and geography. by Emily McCarty / August 22, 2019
Politics Welcome to Wapato, the town of 5,000 facing a citizen revolt Dysfunction has gripped the city government that oversees the central Washington community. The residents aren't having it. by Emily McCarty / August 19, 2019 / Updated at 3:01 p.m.
Environment How the Columbia River Gorge was saved The Columbia River Gorge by Floyd McKay / June 7, 2016
Environment A death blow to coal ports in Washington? Lummi tribal members use gear for reef netting, a traditional method of fishing. by Floyd McKay / May 9, 2016
Environment Coal exports stopped by Lummi Nation fishing rights? Lummi elders burn a dummy million-dollar check on the Cherry Point beach to make the point they will not be bought off (September 2012). by Floyd McKay / April 11, 2016
Environment With coal on the wane, Longview may turn to oil exports An oil train in Alaska. by Floyd McKay / January 12, 2016
Politics The Northwest's coming clashes over fossil fuel exports Empty coal cars flank Bakken Oil tankers at the Port of Everett. Existing train traffic for both oil and coal could grow. by Floyd McKay / December 9, 2015
