Journalism

Pulls together reports from several criminal justice agencies, such as Bureau of Justice Statistics and National Institute of Justice.

"Journalist’s Resource project examines news topics through a research lens. We surface scholarly materials that may be relevant to media practitioners, bloggers, educators, students and general readers. Our philosophy is that peer-reviewed research studies can, at the very least, help anchor journalists as they navigate difficult terrain and competing claims."

Non-partisan agency that analyzes the costs and economic impact of proposed federal legislation.

This agency "provides vital information, fiscal services and policy support that the Governor, Legislature and state agencies need to serve the people of Washington State." Good place to find state economic statistics and forecasts.

Suggested online reports on finance/taxation, urban issues/housing, commerce and corporations

"Council provides strategic planning, oversight, advocacy, and programs to support increased student success and higher levels of educational attainment in Washington." This Council was created in 2012 when the legislature abolished the Higher Education Coordinating Board and transferred higher ed responsibilities to this Council.

Washington State's Department of K-12 Education

Largest teacher's union

Second largest teacher's union, but also represents other service professionals, such as nurses

Teacher's union in Washington State

This is the oldest environmental organization, going back to 1892. But there are lots of others: Nature Conservancy, Natural Resources Defense Council, Greenpeace, etc.

Suggested online reports on climate change, energy, sustainability, transportation and land use

From the US Department of Heath & Human Services

"Your online source for credible health information" -- nice, succinct information on diseases and health issues

Links to relevant online resources by type: organizations, publications, scholarly journals, etc.

Health information aimed at the general public from this top ranked hospital