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
Politics The environmental 'plot' against Canada over oil sands? Canada's Conservative Prime Minister Stephen Harper by Peter Ladner / January 12, 2012
Culture The greenest voters you've ever seen are in ... Vancouver Vancouver, B.C.: effective urban concentration. by Peter Ladner / November 28, 2011
Culture Urban ag grows up in Vancouver, even creating some political backlash A water barrel helps keep plants hydrated in an urban garden. by Peter Ladner / November 6, 2011
Environment Huge Fraser River sockeye run raises spirits, questions Sockeye salmon. (NOAA) by Peter Ladner / September 19, 2010
Environment Easy to be complacent about energy until it's too late The Olympics burned brightly in Vancouver, but seem to have failed to do much to create sustainable economic development. by Peter Ladner / September 8, 2010
Environment In Vancouver, B.C., new bike lanes and soon public bikes Pronto! bikes at Occidental Park by Peter Ladner / August 11, 2010
