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The Seattle MacArthur Fellow who teaches common sense to computers
UW researcher Dr. Yejin Choi has spent a career pursuing 'risky' AI research that bridges the communication gap between humans and technology.
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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Environment
What WA’s cold, wet spring means for summer wildfires
Some think the rainy season’s silver lining is a decreased risk of wildfires later in the year. That may not be the case.
Environment
Looking to escape wildfire smoke in WA this year? A new tool could help
Smoke forecasting is notoriously hard to do, but a new tool from the state Department of Ecology may help us anticipate hazardous air five days in the future.
Environment
Even in Washington’s ‘mildest’ regions, heat is deadly
As the state works to protect residents in a changing climate, a new study suggests the solutions should vary by location.
News
After 40 years at Seattle Center, Crosscut will move across town
Cascade Public Media, which includes Crosscut and the PBS station KCTS9, has launched a $12.5 campaign to secure the new home.