Equity Why Black therapists are hard to find in WA People hoping to find a Black therapist who can empathize with their experiences may come up short in their search. by Maleeha Syed / November 23, 2021
Equity WA’s new federal judges signify reversal of Trump-era influence The Senate’s recent confirmation of three federal judges in Washington reveals a deliberate effort to increase diversity in the courts. by Maleeha Syed / November 4, 2021
Equity Indigenous families on the epidemic of missing and murdered women Three Native Americans from the Pacific Northwest reflect on the lack of attention for their missing loved ones and the search for justice. by Maleeha Syed / October 11, 2021
Equity Remote work affects microaggressions for some WA employees Slights that unintentionally express prejudice are part of professional life for many. How has the pandemic shifted those experiences? by Maleeha Syed / September 27, 2021
Inside Cascade PBS Meet Crosscut’s communities reporter, Maleeha Syed Here's how she is approaching a new beat at Crosscut covering different communities around the state. by Maleeha Syed / September 21, 2021
Equity Resettling Afghan refugees in WA: What’s different this time People fleeing the Taliban now face a unique resettlement experience compared to previous waves of migrants. by Maleeha Syed / September 9, 2021
Environment Nonprofit finds hope against wildfires with unexpected ally: charcoal To capture carbon and jumpstart forest thinning, Methow Valley couple – and Washington taxpayers – bet on biochar. by Mandy Godwin InvestigateWest / September 2, 2021
Equity Black-owned coffeeshops in WA reshape caffeine culture Business owners of color are reclaiming the Seattle-area's favorite beverage. by Maleeha Syed / August 19, 2021
Environment A first for Washington, locals advise lawmakers on climate change WA’s first climate assembly sends nearly 150 recommendations to lawmakers by Mandy Godwin / April 16, 2021
Environment Washington hosts first climate assembly in the United States Residents from all over the state begin virtual meetings to decide which climate change solutions to recommend to the Legislature in Olympia. by Mandy Godwin / January 19, 2021