Economy
Canadian, U.S. post-pandemic travel trends are skipping the Point
Isolated from the rest of Washington, the economy of tiny Point Roberts depends on B.C. traffic. What does a persistent slump mean for its future?
Isolated from the rest of Washington, the economy of tiny Point Roberts depends on B.C. traffic. What does a persistent slump mean for its future?
Plus, the local arts organizations facing financial straits, and dipping a talon into falcon culture.
In 2022, the state took over $40 million meant for impoverished children. A bipartisan bill could redirect a portion of future payments to families.
With new ways to attract movie and TV producers, will Washington’s film industry get its big break?
The laundry list includes ideas for denser housing and expanded homeless outreach — along with some Space Needle-level swings.