Agriculture
Why WA cherries are so expensive this summer
This season's crop was even smaller than predicted. A late harvest may provide one last chance to enjoy the fruit.
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Northwest Indigenous language school celebrates 25 years
After decades of national efforts to erase Native language and identity, the Oregon-based Northwest Indian Language Institute is helping students reclaim and preserve their roots.
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Nine months later, Whatcom County flood survivors await FEMA aid
The federal agency is failing to meet community needs in the wake of major disasters. Climate change isn't helping.
Environment
The undercurrents at play in the Columbia River dams debate
Without passageways to cross dams along the Columbia, salmon are dying. Tribes say the U.S. government isn't cooperating as they try to help the fish recover.
Politics
U.S. Rep. Newhouse faces fallout from voting to impeach Trump
Several Republican challengers in central WA's 4th Congressional District look to gain the support of voters who are angry with Newhouse.