Author Profile John Stang John Stang is a freelance writer who often covers state government and the environment. He can be reached on email at johnstang_8@hotmail.com and on Twitter at @johnstang_8
Politics Jay Inslee plans another try at raising state minimum wage Gov. Jay Inslee by John Stang / June 25, 2014
Politics Inslee looks to unveil early version of climate plan this summer Gov. Jay Inslee, right, looks at young shellfish during a recent visit to Taylor Shellfish's Dabob Bay facility. by John Stang / June 24, 2014
Politics Oil train information: Pleas to let public know what's going on Empty coal cars flank Bakken Oil tankers at the Port of Everett. Existing train traffic for both oil and coal could grow. by John Stang / June 17, 2014
Politics Should state administrative law judges have greater independence? Attorney Phil Talmadge and Patricia Peterson, judge at the Office of the Insurance Commissioner by John Stang / June 17, 2014
Environment Olympia's industrial run-off regulation hubbub: Much ado about nothing? A pollock processing line in Alaska where observers monitor for any salmon bycatch. by John Stang / June 16, 2014
Politics Obama and Gov. Jay Inslee: in sync on climate change measures? Gov. Jay Inslee by John Stang / May 22, 2014
Politics Brain scientists, young people talk to justices about youthful mistakes The state Supreme Court is trying to compel lawmakers to comply with its 2012 McCleary mandate to fully fund education. by John Stang / May 20, 2014
Politics Candidates line up to fight for control of state Senate Washington's Capitol seen from across Capitol Lake. by John Stang / May 17, 2014
Politics Governor Jay Inslee looks to climate lessons from Europe, Asia Gov. Jay Inslee by John Stang / May 15, 2014
Politics Washington Legislative candidates still missing for two key districts Sen. Rodney Tom by John Stang / May 15, 2014