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
Politics WA voters to decide whether to mandate sex ed in schools Parents, advocates, candidates and religious groups debate what students should be taught about sex in WA public schools. by Meg Butterworth / October 15, 2020
News How COVID-19 hurt Seattle's plan to strengthen its tree laws The city council passed legislation in 2008 that was supposed to be temporary, but stronger measures still haven’t taken root. by Jenny Cunningham InvestigateWest / July 9, 2020
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
Culture A different kind of ‘atomic tourist’ visits Hanford A survivor of the Nagasaki bombing hopes that his city's suffering will be recognized as a part of Hanford's history. by Jenny Cunningham / June 1, 2018
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 The last 747: One of the biggest passenger planes in history returns home This winter a Boeing 747 touched down in the rain at Paine Field in Everett. It’s a common sight around Seattle, but this time was different. by Jenny Cunningham / March 5, 2018
Equity How feeding the homeless created a community -- and divided another The “Captain” and his fiancée, Michelle Nala are regulars at the supper. The couple lives nearby without a tent and without complaint. “Actually we could use a tent,” Nala says. (Photos by Jenny... by Jenny Cunningham / August 14, 2017
Politics South Seattle residents, scientists look for answers on air pollution's health threats Trucks operate at a Port of Seattle facility. Residents would like more steps to ensure diesel-engine pollution is minimized. by Robert McClure & Jenny Cunningham for InvestigateWest / June 13, 2011