News Forget banning books — a rural WA county may close its library After a fight over LGBTQ+ young-adult titles, a November ballot measure will decide the fate of the only library in Columbia County. by Meg Butterworth / August 9, 2023
Equity WA schools catching up on Black history and ethnic studies The state is following in the steps of more progressive states that have led the way on making history classes reflect our diverse country. by Meg Butterworth / April 29, 2021
Equity It's white parents' responsibility to integrate Seattle schools, some parents say Integrated Schools is a volunteer organization that aims to get privileged parents to opt for schools with the benefit of diversity. by Meg Butterworth / March 9, 2020
Equity Forget Bingo. Wallingford seniors now fear becoming homeless Social worker Denise Malm's newest agenda is keeping her elderly clients out of homelessness. by Meg Butterworth / March 19, 2018
Culture Swedish-Providence questions remain after Planned Parenthood move Swedish Medical Center by Harris Meyer / October 16, 2011
Culture Will Swedish limit choices for women and the dying under Providence deal? Swedish Medical Center by Harris Meyer / October 11, 2011
Culture 'Free' colon-cancer screenings often come with a catch Campaigns to encourage colon-cancer screening have featured celebrities such as actor Terrence Howard. by Harris Meyer / May 14, 2011
Equity Health cuts: Will Washington end up a lot like Arizona on transplants? Hospital time. by Harris Meyer / January 3, 2011
Equity DREAM Act: Are Republicans afraid to follow their hearts? Demonstrations are targeting members of Congress, like the Yakima Valley's Doc Hastings, who haven't committed to helping young undocumented students prepare for a future here. A Republican activist... by Harris Meyer / December 1, 2010
Politics First-year complications with assisted suicide Former Gov. Booth Gardner's much-publicized support contributed to passage of Washington's assisted-death law. by Harris Meyer / March 22, 2010