Seattle & King County
Best books about the great nearby
A newcomer lists his favorites so far, from a crash course in boning up on local lore.
Jonathan Hiskes
Latest work
Environment
Coal ash for a Christmas gift in Tennessee
The clean coal debate just got a new twist, after a dam holding an ashy sludge breaks in Appalachia.
Are the Vancouver Olympics turning into a stimulus plan?
Smart thinking, Canadians. The Winter Games are shovel-ready for the recession.
Gee, officer. I was just trying to cut my carbon footprint.
The City will tow your car if you leave it parked in one spot for more than 72 hours. Does this make sense? Should I drive more?
Culture
Getting the music right for Obama's Inaugural
You start with the obvious choice, Mavis Staples. Then there's the Chicago connection, and world music.