Could grizzly bears officially return to the North Cascades? The last confirmed grizzly bear sighting in the North Cascades was in 1996. But that could change. Libby Denkmann
Studies show prescribed burns key to forest resiliency Scientists are studying old wildfires to find what forest treatments slowed the flames – and what treatments didn’t work so well. Researchers are looking closely at the Schneider Springs fire, the largest wildfire in Washington in 2021. Courtney Flatt
North Cascades grizzly bear translocation study begins with virtual public meetings Federal officials are again looking at bringing grizzly bears into the North Cascades. Now, officials want to hear from the public about what to consider this time around. Courtney Flatt
McMorris Rodgers hopes to reset energy policy, if she heads House energy committee If U.S. Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers is appointed the new head of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, she said she has big plans for the country’s energy landscape. Courtney Flatt
Does your soil have lead, arsenic contamination? Washington officials will help test soil. People in Central Washington have a chance to learn more about potentially contaminated soil at their homes. The Washington State Department of Ecology is hosting information sessions about pesticides from former orchards. Courtney Flatt
Week in Review: emergency Covid measures end, police harassment, and graffiti Bill Radke discusses the week’s news with Seattle Times Amanda Zhou, Geekwire’s Mike Lewis, and Kitsap Sun’s Josh Farley. Kevin Kniestedt
Hundreds of gallons of oil leak into Snake River from Little Goose Dam A large oil leak went undetected for 90 days at a dam on the Lower Snake River. Courtney Flatt
Week in Review: wildfire smoke, Covid, and media blackouts Guest host Zaki Hamid discusses the week’s news with Seattle Times Elise Takahama, Seattle Met’s Allison Williams and KUOW’s Mike Davis. Kevin Kniestedt
Drones could help researchers count salmon nests Searching where salmon lay eggs is getting a boost from some eyes in the sky. Researchers are testing drones to survey for salmon nests. Courtney Flatt
