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Latest Stories From The Northwest News Network:
Friday, January 27, 2012
Wash. Lawmakers Consider Budgeting Education First
For years, Republicans in the Washington legislature have demanded that state lawmakers vote on the education budget first. Democrats have generally rejected that idea. But this week, for the first time, a "fund education first" proposal will get a public hearing. More »
Friday, January 27, 2012
Retirement Options Limited For Gay And Lesbian Seniors
As gay and lesbian people age, their need for retirement options mirrors those of the general population. But they often face unique challenges, especially when it comes to finding housing. For instance, some active-living retirement facilities don't allow unmarried couples to live together. And some gay seniors fear a cold shoulder from staff or fellow retirees. More »
Friday, January 27, 2012
Census Finds Claims Of Tribal Heritage Jump Dramatically
The number of people claiming tribal heritage increased dramatically in the Northwest over the past decade. That's according to new numbers extracted from the 2010 Census. More »
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Immigration Laws In Wash. Draws Hundreds To Olympia
Immigrant rights advocates are making their voice heard in Olympia. Hundreds gathered to sway legislators on state immigration laws. More »
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Airline's Workers To Share Big Performance Bonuses
Thousands of Horizon and Alaska Airlines workers will receive hefty bonuses in their paychecks next month. The Seattle-based airline group announced a second year in a row of record annual profits. More »
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Colin Fogarty
Northwest News Network Editor
Colin Fogarty directs and edits coverage of the issues that matter to the Northwest. Colin lives and works in Portland.
Tom Banse
Regional Correspondent
Tom roves the Northwest to report on broad themes and telling details. His topics can run the gamut from business, to science, to environment. Home base is in Olympia.
Austin Jenkins
Olympia Correspondent
Austin keeps track of all things state government. That means prowling the halls when the Washington Legislature meets and also doing regular reality checks with the far corners of the state.
Anna King
Richland Correspondent
Anna delivers stories about the Mid–Columbia region from the N3 Richland bureau. A former newspaper reporter for the Tri–City Herald, she reports on wine, agriculture and the environment.
Chris Lehman
Salem Correspondent
Chris stays on top of political developments in Salem. But that's not all he does. Breaking news from central Oregon to the Pacific Coast is fair game for this versatile reporter.
Jessica Robinson
Inland Northwest Correspondent
From the politics of wolves to racial tolerance in small towns, Jessica covers the economic, demographic, and environmental trends that are shaping communities east of the Cascades.
Photos by Steve Scardina.