News & Stories Environment Gov. Inslee signs flurry of anti-warming bills John Ryan May 07, 2019 / 10:18 pm Washington Gov. Jay Inslee at a signing ceremony for five climate bills on Tuesday in Seattle. KUOW Photo / John Ryan Why you can trust KUOW John Ryan Environment Reporter John Ryan joined KUOW as its first full-time investigative reporter in 2009 and became its environment reporter in 2018. He focuses on climate change, energy, and the ecosystems of the Puget Sound region. More stories from John Ryan » Recommended Stories Live updates: Western Washington braces for more rain and flooding this week December 12, 2025 Northwest floods offer sneak peek of hotter climate's toll December 11, 2025 Catastrophic flooding threatens thousands in Skagit County December 11, 2025