Business
In Snohomish County, climate change is an economic game changer
Batteries, nuclear power and electric planes are just a few of the industries that have come online here.
Opinion
Editorial: Chance to slow, adapt to climate change dwindling
A United Nations panel report warns that climate change is speeding up, making it harder to adapt.
Business
Boeing buys 2 million gallons of aviation biofuel
Made in part from agricultural waste, the fuel will power Boeing test flights and airplane deliveries in Everett…
Local News
Near Stanwood, thousands of fish discover a restored estuary
A $6 million project at Leque Island is already seeing “overwhelmingly positive” signs of a healthier ecosystem.
Local News
Save salmon, create jobs: A new plan for Snohomish watershed
Hilary Franz, of the state Department of Natural Resources, unveiled a “tree to sea” approach in a 100-page…
Local News
Broken wing healed, a crow passes test flight at UW Bothell
The injured crow rejoined its murder Friday, following surgery at the PAWS Wildlife Center in Lynnwood.
Local News
Nature’s soap opera: Swans are wintering around Snohomish County
For a few more weeks, here’s where to find visiting swans. If you’re lucky, you might see a…
Local News
Ecology again fines boat owner $70K for fuel spill in river
This time, the state was sterner about the spill in Steamboat Slough. They called Ron Barber’s actions negligent.
Northwest
Deadly NW heat wave prompts effort to boost air conditioning
In Washington, lawmakers are exploring a bill that would expand air conditioning in senior care homes.
Local News
Democrats unveil 16-year, $16.8 billion transportation plan
Culvert fixes, car-free transit improvements and designs for a U.S. 2 trestle replacement are in the proposed budget.
Business
Can fusion-powered Helion Energy change the world — from Everett?
The company, which is relocating from Redmond, is on a multibillion-dollar quest to produce clean electricity.
Local News
At deadly Glacier Peak, one last hurdle for new seismometers
Federal agencies consider the volcano a “very high” threat. The early warning system is severely lacking.
Local News
Shellfish war: Judge dismisses Tulalip clam-trafficking case
“A massive waste of taxpayer dollars,” said an attorney. Two tribal defendants say the dismissal is a victory…
Local News
After Oso disaster, landslide prediction remains vexing, necessary
Slides will become more prevalent with climate change. Scientists are scrambling to prepare.
Local News
Inslee, lawmakers set for another court battle on veto powers
In a new suit, the Legislature contends two of the governor’s vetoes were unconstitutional.
Local News
Not so high and dry: Climate change adds to flooding risks
Road improvements are planned with future river flows in mind, starting with an area between Monroe and Sultan.
Local News
At this newly-built Arlington stream, the coho have arrived
It offers some brief respite, but the journey through civilization’s waterways is still difficult.
Local News
Electric-auto rebates: Governor unveils climate proposals
Rebates of up to $7,500 would be available for certain new and used electric vehicles.
Local News
Stanwood composter questioned on whether tonnage went over the cap
Lenz Enterprises was accused by a competitor, Cedar Grove, of accepting 30,000 tons more than allowed last year.
Local News
What killed millions of honey bees at this Everett farm?
In the summer, a beekeeper lost 240 hives on Ebey Island. An investigation found they died from pesticides,…