Investigations
WA intercepts millions in child support for low-income families
In 2022, the state took over $40 million meant for impoverished children. A bipartisan bill could redirect a portion of future payments to families.
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More Washington companies offer doula services in health benefits
Businesses like Microsoft and Walmart are covering costs for birth workers, which advocates say can help lower racial disparity in pregnancy outcomes.
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Out & Back: Alison Mariella Désir hits the slopes at Stevens Pass
Alison digs into skiing's segregated history, and instructor Annette Diggs shares her experience carving a path for BIPOC youth in the winter sport.
Politics
Despite industry pushback, WA farmworkers will keep overtime pay
Since Jan. 1, agriculture has a 40-hour work week. But the system drew concerns from some growers over labor costs — and has workers split, too.
Equity
How racism reshaped the Civilian Conservation Corps
The New Deal program that rebuilt Washington parks is remembered as boldly progressive. But early attempts to rid it of discrimination unraveled.