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Scientists are using a toy whale to test sensors that could protect marine life from underwater turbines, bringing the Pacific Northwest closer to harnessing clean tidal energy. The breakthrough could finally make ocean power a reality without harming salmon, seals, or diving birds.
A two-year-old California condor just completed a historic 380-mile journey from Northern California to Oregon, becoming the first of her species to fly free in the state since 1904. The milestone marks a major win for one of the most ambitious wildlife recovery efforts in the Pacific Northwest.
On June 1, 1979, the Seattle SuperSonics claimed the city's first major professional sports championship, defeating the Washington Bullets 97-93 to win the NBA Finals 4-1. The historic victory brought Seattle its long-awaited championship glory and sparked celebrations across the Pacific Northwest.
After generations of planning, the Seattle area now has a functioning light rail transit system connecting major parts of the region. While future expansion faces budget challenges, the current network represents a major milestone for public transportation in the Pacific Northwest.
A wildlife sanctuary in Snohomish, Washington, has secured millions in new funding to expand its work saving injured and endangered animals. The fundraising partnership is making the Pacific Northwest's largest rehabilitation center possible.
The Everett Silvertips captured their first championship in 23 years, dominating the playoffs with a 16-2 record and claiming the Ed Chynoweth Cup. Now they're heading to compete for hockey's toughest trophy to win.
While most salmon species struggle with climate change, pink salmon are booming in Puget Sound with 8 million returning last fall. Their unique two-year life cycle and short migration routes help them dodge the worst effects of warming waters.
A pair of young California condors are incubating what could be the first egg in the Pacific Northwest in over a century, marking a powerful milestone for a species that once numbered just 22 birds. The Yurok Tribe, who released the condors in 2022, considers this nesting attempt a sacred homecoming.
A documentary is spotlighting the unsung heroes who collect wild seeds in the Pacific Northwest, the genetic foundation for millions of future trees. Their work could transform how we restore forests for generations to come.
Paul Brainerd invented desktop publishing and made hundreds of millions. Then he spent it all protecting forests, funding activists, and teaching children to love nature.
A federal judge rejected the Trump administration's withdrawal from a landmark salmon recovery plan, ordering immediate protections for seven species of salmon and steelhead on the brink of extinction. The ruling restores water flow levels and marks a crucial win for Native American tribes and conservation groups fighting to save fish populations that once made the Pacific Northwest the world's top salmon producer.
The Seattle Seahawks captured their second Super Bowl title with a 29-13 victory over the Patriots, capping an incredible comeback season for quarterback Sam Darnold. Running back Kenneth Walker III earned MVP honors as Seattle brought the Lombardi Trophy back to the Pacific Northwest.
Over one million fans flooded downtown Seattle streets to celebrate the Seahawks' Super Bowl LX championship victory, creating one of the city's largest gatherings in history. The two-mile parade route became a sea of blue and green as the Pacific Northwest honored its returning champions.
When winter storms left millions without power across the South, nine volunteers from Oregon and Washington grabbed their bags and headed east to help strangers through the worst days of their lives. The Red Cross deployed these local heroes to states hit hardest by the deadly weather.
Kennedie Shuler matched a school record untouched since 1983 with 10 steals in one game, nearly adding a triple-double as Oregon State beat Gonzaga 92-87 in overtime. The thrilling Pacific Northwest rivalry game delivered drama until the final buzzer.
Scientists found 46 coastal martens thriving in northern California forests, a hopeful sign for a species once thought extinct. The ferret-sized carnivores were nearly wiped out by trapping and logging in the 20th century.
Scientists just cracked the code on predicting massive earthquakes along the Pacific Coast by studying mud on the ocean floor. Their breakthrough could give communities a clearer timeline for preparing for the next big one.
Scientists using underwater robots have cracked the code on reading ancient earthquake records hidden in deep ocean mud. Their breakthrough could help predict when the next massive quake will strike the Pacific Northwest.