Environment
What the new Endangered Species Act rules mean for Washington state
Scientists, conservationists and state regulators warn that changes to the legislation could make species and habitat recovery more difficult.
Hannah Weinberger
Hannah Weinberger is a former reporter at Crosscut, focused on science and the environment. Previously on staff at Wirecutter, Bicycling, and Outside, Hannah's coverage explores outdoor recre
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Lime bike batteries have been catching fire in Seattle. Should you be worried?
Officials say they are also seeing an increase in fires related to lithium ion batteries used in other products.
Focus
Smoke may be seasonal — but preparation is year-round
After a quiet smoke season, health experts explain why Washington agencies and residents should prepare for the next big one.
Environment
Washington is usually ablaze with wildfires this time of year. What happened?
Experts say a comparatively cool, wet summer kept the megafires of recent years out of most of the state. But we aren’t out of the woods yet.
Environment
A new film argues Lower Snake dams make life worse for salmon, orcas and everyone in the PNW
As the documentary Dammed to Extinction tours the Northwest, its filmmakers argue time isn't up for orcas or salmon if we act now.