Breach bill author cruises to reelection win

Idaho Rep. Mike Simpson’s plan for Snake River dams suddenly feels less controversial after decisive victory

For drought-plagued California diverting Columbia River water is a pipe dream … for now

Rather than conserve water, Golden Staters continue to hatch far-fetched schemes for importing it. They’re not going to stop anytime soon

Oregon poachers sentenced for slaughtering elk. Did they get enough?

Earlier this year the state promised to get tougher on wildlife poachers. In Harney County that promise just got put to the test

It’s an honor! Columbia Insight recognized for excellence

The Society of Professional Journalists awards Columbia Insight series on corporate influence in its annual reporting contest

Hanford Site cleanup effort hits milestone

Progress is slow, but successful tests at the most polluted site in the Western Hemisphere are encouraging

Is the anti-lawn movement really a movement?

Despite a lot of advice and publicity, people are still ignoring drought and embracing lawns. When it comes to yards, green isn’t always green

Aluminum’s legacy continues to hang over the Gorge

The Dalles’ aluminum smelter closed in 1987 but aluminum recycling and dump sites are still a concern for workers and community

Opinion: The reality of our Capitol crisis

Climate change isn’t the only thing we deny. Why is reality such a challenge in Washington?