News A foster system paradox: Parents billed for care of their children Studies show charging child support extends family separations and can spur years of debt for parents in poverty. WA is pushing to change the practice. by Claudia Rowe / March 22, 2022
Equity WA officials want to end fees charged to parents for kids' jail time Hundreds of families owe the state a total of $1.1 million in outstanding detention fees, a practice made legal in WA 45 years ago. by Claudia Rowe / February 10, 2022
Opinion In Maple Valley hit-and-run case, revenge isn’t the answer Some want the young teen who killed a man with a car to be tried as an adult. Here's why I think they're wrong. by Claudia Rowe / October 12, 2021 / Updated on Nov. 2, 2021 at 4:06 pm
Opinion Why I’m holding my applause for Washington’s new foster care law It’s laudable that the state law focuses on preventing family separations, but is it enough? by Claudia Rowe / May 11, 2021
Opinion Let’s not squander the chance to reimagine education in Washington state Our state is long overdue for an injection of creative thinking to solve our education woes. by Claudia Rowe / March 18, 2021
Politics Fostering Resilience Childhood trauma is toxic, but the damage is reversible. by Claudia Rowe / July 23, 2013
Culture Rail advocates hope for last-minute save in Kirkland The Eastside rail line (in red) has a host of owners. Click image to enlarge. by C.B. Hall / March 6, 2013
Politics Art vs. transportation: Greyhound move hits an obstacle The proposed Greyhound terminal would be adjacent to Sound Transit's Stadium Station east of Safeco Field and CenturyLink Field. by C.B. Hall / December 17, 2012
Politics King County buys itself a railroad track King County Councilmember Jane Hague by C.B. Hall / December 12, 2012
Politics Yes to charters: What does Washington have to lose with a choice? Students at registration for Charleston Charter School for Math and Science. South Carolina is one of the states that allow charter schools. by C.B. Hall / October 25, 2012