Climate

Environment

This small Washington town is under water - again

Residents of a small Washington border town say the Nooksack River unleashed a flood unlike any they’ve ever seen before this week. It represents what climate scientists say will be the norm for years to come.

Environment

La Niña winter in NW is 'good news for sports enthusiasts' and, you know, the environment

Washington State Climatologist Nick Bond says extra rain this month could bring the mountains some early snow. That's good news for skiers and, more importantly, "forest health, our fresh-water ecosystems, salmon, you know the whole [environment] thing"

Environment

Western Washington's dry spell comes to a 'juicy' end

"The system that came through over the weekend was just kind of juicy and special."

Environment

Why 'copious' rain could wash Washington's worries away this weekend

Washington's dry spell may be coming to an end.

'Gray skies and that dull orange orb in the sky': The view from NW fire lines

Thousands of firefighters are on the ground in our region, trying to control wildfires that have already consumed hundreds of thousands of acres.

Environment

Your garden might be a fire hazard

If you think you're safe from wildfires because you live in the city, think again. Those pine trees and juniper bushes outside your front door could be putting you in danger.

Arts & Life

Wine lovers, prepare to be crushed

Wildfire smoke is choking vineyards, ruining Pacific Northwest wines and threatening the family dreams of local winemakers.

Arts & Life

Casual Friday: 'Put the memes in the earth'

The City Attorney's race got spicy this week, and the rest of the city warmed up too. Plus, fun with time capsules.