Politics New WA rule states abortion care must be provided in emergencies A policy ensuring access to lifesaving procedures performed during miscarriage was started by former Gov. Inslee and will be finalized by Gov. Ferguson. by Megan Burbank / February 24, 2025
News Federal cuts threaten Washington crime victims’ advocacy programs Agencies are hoping Olympia can provide stable funding for the 52,000 state residents who receive resources such as legal aid and crisis intervention. by Megan Burbank / January 7, 2025 / Updated: 440 p.m. January 8, 2025
Politics Bob Ferguson continues fight against abortion pill restrictions In a case with national implications, WA’s governor-elect and officials in 18 states are challenging FDA policies that limit access to mifepristone. by Megan Burbank / November 13, 2024
News Even before Dobbs, Washingtonians sought abortion care in Oregon Bans in other states are exacerbating existing gaps in Washington’s reproductive health care infrastructure, sending many patients to Portland. by Megan Burbank / August 29, 2024
News New report details Dobbs’ grim effect on PNW health care access Bans in other states are overburdening the system as patients flood to West Coast clinics, hindering care for in-state patients. by Megan Burbank / July 30, 2024
Politics Four candidates are vying to fill the open WA Supreme Court seat Washington voters will choose a replacement for Justice Susan Owens from among an ideologically broad slate of legal professionals. by Julia Park / July 10, 2024
News What the latest Supreme Court abortion ruling could mean for WA Emergency abortions can resume in Idaho, but Northwest advocates say more restrictions could be coming. by Megan Burbank / June 28, 2024
News County audit details grim conditions at Capitol Hill youth jail Young detainees report concerns with drinking-water quality, long periods without visitors, lack of substance-abuse treatment and staffing shortages. by Julia Park / June 17, 2024 / Updated at 1:30 p.m. on June 20
Equity More Washington companies offer doula services in health benefits Businesses like Microsoft and Walmart are covering costs for birth workers, which advocates say can help lower racial disparity in pregnancy outcomes. by Megan Burbank / February 15, 2024
News Washington caps insulin costs at $35/month. More reforms may come Policy changes in the works for 2024 are intended to slash red tape for people with diabetes and avoid deadly insulin rationing. by Megan Burbank / December 11, 2023