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Some freeways may be useable following ‘the Big One’ per new modeling by UW
New modeling by the University of Washington of the impacts of a major Cascadia earthquake offers a less dire picture of the aftermath of the so-called “Big One” — specifically when it comes to highway bridges. Continue Reading Some freeways may be useable following ‘the Big One’ per new modeling by UW
Birders flock to the first eastern bluebird sighting in Washington state
An eastern bluebird spotted for the first time on the banks of the Columbia River in Richland, Washington. Credit: Jane Abel Listen (Runtime 1:58) Read Birders from across the state… Continue Reading Birders flock to the first eastern bluebird sighting in Washington state
Tacoma Art Museum awards inaugural The Current grant to artist Darrell McKinney
The Tacoma Art Museum has announced the inaugural winner of a grant for Black artists. Darrell McKinney, a sculpture artist and designer based in Tacoma, whose foundation is in architecture and fine art in concrete, was awarded $15,000 to use at his discretion.
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In their own words: Donella Miller
From Left: Aleeyah McJoe, Donella Miller, Ava McJoe, Monica Miller, Audrina McJoe, Laura Mark. Credit: Courtesy of Donella Miller Listen (Runtime 3:31) Read Northwest Public Broadcasting reporters are interviewing Indigenous… Continue Reading In their own words: Donella Miller
In their own words: Rosalie Fish
For over 30 years, Native American Heritage Month has been federally recognized. Northwest Public Broadcasting reporters are interviewing Indigenous people throughout the region to learn what they think about the month and what they want people to understand about their culture and who they are. Reporter Lauren Gallup spoke with Rosalie Fish, a University of Washington student and athlete, who is using her platform to raise awareness of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women crisis. As the month ends, the recognition does not and we continue to publish these conversations and stories to inspire more engagement and understanding. Continue Reading In their own words: Rosalie Fish
Latinx food bank keeps feeding communities in Washington
Alimentando al Pueblo staff members prepare culturally relevant food boxes. Credit: Courtesy of Roxana Pardo Listen (Runtime 0:53) Read With less funding for food assistance after COVID, the only Latinx… Continue Reading Latinx food bank keeps feeding communities in Washington
Parents of four slain University of Idaho students address crowd of hundreds during vigil
A crowd of hundreds of students and community members gathered on the University of Idaho campus for Wednesday night’s vigil. Credit: Lauren Paterson Listen (Runtime 1:08) Read After four University… Continue Reading Parents of four slain University of Idaho students address crowd of hundreds during vigil
Northwest waterways: Nez Perce canoe project infuses culture into after school learning
Fourth grade student Jalone Green works on his paddle in Lapwai, Idaho. Credit: Lauren Paterson Listen (Runtime 3:05) Read Julian Matthews walks the stairs to his downtown Moscow office. He’s… Continue Reading Northwest waterways: Nez Perce canoe project infuses culture into after school learning
Many states fail to adequately budget for wildfire costs, study says
A silhouette of a forest fire. Credit: Egor Vikhrev, Unsplash LISTEN (Runtime: 1:02) READ Many states are failing to adequately budget for wildfire costs before, during and after fires, according… Continue Reading Many states fail to adequately budget for wildfire costs, study says
Victims’ families urge love, kindness as University of Idaho campus mourns
As hundreds of students mourned together inside the University of Idaho’s stadium Wednesday night, family members of four slain classmates urged them to raise their eyes from grief and focus on love and the future. Continue Reading Victims’ families urge love, kindness as University of Idaho campus mourns
Environmental justice concerns raised over Bridge Industrial warehouse proposal
South Tacoma is heavily populated by industry, covered with concrete and pavement, where traffic clogs up around commuting times.
Alejandro Fernández has lived in the area since 2018, and he knows the industrialization of the neighborhood well. He and others who call the area home enjoy the remaining Garry oak trees and green spaces.
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StoryCorps Northwest – Rosalyn Schragg & Leanna Hayes: an improbable journey
Rosalyn Schragg, left, and Leanna Hayes at their StoryCorps Northwest recording. Listen (Runtime 4:48) Read We all take different paths through life. Some a lot riskier than others. In this… Continue Reading StoryCorps Northwest – Rosalyn Schragg & Leanna Hayes: an improbable journey
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