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Economy & Jobs

I-1185: Buying Minority Rule in Washington

Big oil and big alcohol try to lock-in tax loopholes.
on September 19, 2012 at 2:06 pm

SR-520: A Case of Bad Forecasting?

Early predictions overstated growth, underestimated diversion.
on September 10, 2012 at 10:05 am

Gas Consumption Shifting Into Reverse?

High prices lead drivers to cut back.
on August 29, 2012 at 10:00 am

The Myth of Post-Racialism

King County's new report highlights vast inequities based on race.
on August 21, 2012 at 9:11 am

SeaTac’s Foreign-Born Boom

What does one of Washington's most diverse cities look like?
on August 2, 2012 at 3:25 pm

How Much Do Drivers Pay for a Quicker Commute?

New evidence suggests that it's less than we think.
and on August 1, 2012 at 11:38 am

The Northwest’s Global Appeal

Who draws more foreign-born residents? And why?
on July 26, 2012 at 1:00 pm

Lobster Thermometer

Cheap lobster---brought to you by human-caused climate change.
on July 24, 2012 at 2:23 pm

Why Seattle’s Freight Interests Should Worry About Coal Exports

Trains could close major streets for two hours each day.
on June 27, 2012 at 1:43 pm

Competitive Rain Gardening

There's a new game in town: competing for the best green stormwater projects.
on June 19, 2012 at 7:31 am