Environment Wildlife advocates skeptical of WA wolf count As the state considers removing the species’ endangered status, some argue that the Colville Tribe’s recent population estimate is implausibly high. by Alex Brown & Laurel Demkovich Washington State Standard / July 16, 2024
Environment Washington’s gray wolf populations are making a strong comeback “Recovery is happening right before our eyes.” The species grew by 20% in WA last year, but advocates warn against declaring victory too early. by Laurel Demkovich Washington State Standard / April 26, 2024
Environment Washington cities, counties now required to plan for climate change Starting in 2025, local governments will need to consider emissions and natural disasters in their long-term planning. Some already do. by Laurel Demkovich Washington State Standard / August 8, 2023
Environment Whatcom County farmers blame Canada for Nooksack River bacteria The pollution poses a threat to the Portage Bay shellfish beds of the Lummi Nation and raises health concerns for valley residents. by Laurel Demkovich Washington State Standard / June 23, 2023
Environment Guest Opinion: Seattle and Alaska in another sibling fight A barge carries goods from the Port of Seattle toward Alaska. by Jordan Royer / May 10, 2015
Politics Hurricane Sandy and the importance of being FEMA Hurricane Sandy hammers a wharf in Marblehead, MA. by Jordan Royer / November 1, 2012
Culture Belltown: Is this as good as it gets? The Queen City Grill in Belltown helped spark neighborhood vitality by Jordan Royer / June 28, 2010
Politics City Council: Does process still outrank product? Council member Richard Conlin. (City of Seattle) by Jordan Royer / February 28, 2010
