Environment Are WA forests worth more as carbon sponges or timber harvests? ‘Working forests’ like state-run Tiger Mountain retain greenhouse gases — but logging is deeply entrenched in Northwest economies. by Ashli Blow / August 22, 2023 / Updated at 9:20 a.m. on Aug. 25
Politics WA transgender youth bill targeted in national culture war Senate Bill 5599 expands an existing law to cover minors seeking protected healthcare services, including gender-affirming treatment. by Taija PerryCook & Joseph O’Sullivan / May 1, 2023
Environment Washington’s first carbon auction sold pollution for $300 million Under the Climate Commitment Act, the money will go toward funding climate solutions and investing in communities that face environmental injustice. by Ashli Blow / March 16, 2023
Politics Washington state may boost 988 hotline funding as demand grows An expanded budget for the new suicide and mental health crisis line would support rapid-response teams and marketing efforts. by Taija PerryCook / March 13, 2023 / Updated at 9:15 a.m. on March 14
Politics This WA bill could make it easier and safer to change your name A proposal that passed the Senate this week would boost privacy for people who are trans or queer, those escaping domestic violence, and refugees. by Taija PerryCook / March 3, 2023
Politics WA may soon expand dual-credit programs for high schoolers A package of legislative proposals would scale up enrollment efforts and subsidize fees for some students. by Taija PerryCook / February 21, 2023
Politics A WA bill would lower the legal driving limit to .05% BAC If the legislation passes, Washington would be just the second state in the U.S. to amend its blood alcohol content limit. by Taija PerryCook / February 9, 2023
Politics The high school students behind the bill to end WA's 'pink tax' Razors, deodorant and shampoo cost more when marketed toward women. Now, six Kirkland students are turning to Olympia to help end gendered pricing. by Taija PerryCook / January 24, 2023 / Updated at 2 p.m. on Jan. 25.