Politics Central and Eastern Washington brace for possible Medicaid cuts In the 4th District, represented by Republican Dan Newhouse, upward of 70% of those under 19 are enrolled in government-funded insurance programs. by Mai Hoang / April 3, 2025
News How Washington communities are responding to ICE deportation orders At least 4% of state residents are undocumented, according to Pew Research. Here is how officials and advocates are responding and planning ahead. by Mai Hoang / February 13, 2025
Politics How a $22M judgment against Cle Elum pushed the city to bankruptcy The Central Washington city’s expensive dispute with a Seattle-based builder illustrates the challenges of crafting long-term development agreements. by Mai Hoang / February 6, 2025
Politics Majority of voters have a negative outlook on Washington’s future Across political lines, Cascade PBS/Elway Poll respondents feel pessimistic about the state, citing the tax system, budget shortfall and housing costs. by Mai Hoang / January 9, 2025
Politics New Latino majority voter district in Central Washington stays red Republicans picked up wins in the 14th District after a redrawn map was approved this year, but results offer hope for Democrats for future elections. by Mai Hoang / January 8, 2025
News After 5 years, has Cosmic Crisp paid off for Washington growers? Exclusively grown in the Evergreen State, the apple drew intense interest from the fruit industry. But the supply might be outpacing the demand. by Mai Hoang / December 26, 2024
News The Elephant in the Room: Episode 3 In the final episode of the series, three Washington Republicans react to Donald Trump’s reelection and ponder the future of the state’s GOP. by Sara Bernard & Maleeha Syed / December 18, 2024
Mossback Podcast | Behind the scenes of 'Mossback' and 'Nick on the Rocks' At a live event, Knute Berger, Stephen Hegg and Nick Zentner discussed Mossback’s Northwest and the 10th season’s focus on the Columbia River. by Sara Bernard & Maleeha Syed / December 16, 2024
News The Elephant in the Room: Episode 2 Follow the team as they head to Bellevue for a Republican election night watch party. As results roll in, attendees share their thoughts. by Maleeha Syed / December 11, 2024
News The Elephant in the Room: Episode 1 A Northwest Reports limited series examines the present and future of Washington’s GOP. In this episode, moderate Republicans talk internal divisions. by Maleeha Syed / December 4, 2024