5 Midwestern governors agree to create a network to charge electric vehicles The bipartisan plan will help the Midwest "lead on electric vehicle adoption, reduce carbon emissions, spur innovation, and create good-paying jobs," says Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. Bill Chappell
The Northwest’s unhealthy new season: smoke When Kelsey Horne finished college in Tacoma ten years ago, the climate was different. “Fire season wasn't a thing,” she said. John Ryan
Fat Bear Week Is Here. Take A Look At What To Expect And How You Can Celebrate Only one of Alaska's bears can take home the title of "Fat Bear Week 2021 Champion." Jonathan Franklin
Long Wildfire Seasons Also Mean Extended Periods Of Dangerous Air Quality Millions of Americans have been exposed to a tremendous rise in wildfire smoke in recent years. People in rural Northern California are seeing some of the longest periods of smoke. Farida Jhabvala Romero / KQED
More renewable energy, less energy efficiency in new power plan People don’t usually think much about where their power comes from, as long as the power is available when they need it. Power officials say environmental considerations have them seeking input on a new regional power plan. Courtney Flatt
Makah Tribe takes big step toward resuming gray whale hunt The Makah Tribe has gained a victory from a federal judge in its 16-year-quest to resume hunting gray whales. John Ryan
There's algae in the water, Covid boosters being approved, and a monumental equipment sale, this week Bill Radke reviews the week's news with Northwest News Network correspondent Anna King, New York Times technology correspondent Karen Weise, and Seattle Met Deputy editor Allison Williams. Alec Cowan
NW conservation groups push for infrastructure package ahead of U.S. House vote Northwest wildlife and wildlife habitat could get a helping hand next week from the federal government. Courtney Flatt
How a box of negatives led to a journey through Northwest mountaineering history Fifty dollars bought one woman a piece of Northwest mountaineering history. And, she’s sharing it. Courtney Flatt
How Brazil's Severe Drought Affects The Entire World's Coffee Supply Chain Attributed to climate change, Brazil's historic drought is devastating its coffee farmers, who's crops supply much of the world. Philip Reeves
