Northwest
Gas tax will rise 6 cents a gallon in Washington on July 1
Lawmakers turned to the tax to contend with a projected $1 billion shortfall in the next two-year transportation…
Opinion
Without an independent judiciary, our rights are compromised | Guest column
Lately, the rule of law has been in the news and there have been calls to impeach judges.
Northwest
‘No Kings’ rallies scheduled across King County on June 14
The nationwide effort is intended to protest recent actions and policies by the Trump administration.
News
New King county park rangers to begin patrolling Saturday
Council members hope the increased presence of officials will deter break-ins at trailheads.
Northwest
Seattle socialist Kshama Sawant to challenge Adam Smith
Announces run in 2026 election for 9th District Congressional seat
Northwest
More specialty license plates on the way in WA
Up to six new options will arrive this fall.
Northwest
Washingtonians will need state permit to buy guns under new law
The requirement will go beyond the state’s existing background checks.
Northwest
New state law directs $100M in grants toward hiring police or other public safety options
Gov. Ferguson signs bill that provides local sales tax option
News
WA to rein in fast drivers with speed limiters
The new law is named after four people killed in a crash last year near Renton: Boyd Buster…
News
Candidate filing begins for 9 Washington state legislative seats
Candidates can begin filing at 8 a.m. Monday (May 5) for more than 3,200 seats on city councils,…
Northwest
WA ports await sharp drop in cargo over tariff battle
President’s standoff with China is expected to stifle the flow of goods.
Northwest
WA Legislature approves hiking Discover Pass price to $45
The increase would take effect on Oct. 1, 2025.
Opinion
Jury service is the cornerstone of democratic participation | Guest column
Jury service is the most likely role residents will have in our justice system.
Northwest
6-cent gas tax hike central to new transportation deal in Legislature
The tax would also rise in the future to account for inflation
Northwest
Fifth case of measles in state identified in a King County infant
Traveled through Sea-Tac Airport and visited Seattle Children’s Hospital
Northwest
Democrats in Washington Legislature reveal sweeping new tax plan
It cobbles together a range of hikes, including on businesses, capital gains and property
Northwest
Permit requirement for gun purchases clears state Senate
The Legislature has never come closer to implementing the policy, which about 12 other states have in place.
Northwest
Major boost to special education funding gets Washington Senate approval
The bipartisan bill calls for the state to funnel about $2 billion more to schools over four years.
Northwest
Ferguson proposes $4B in cuts to Washington state budget
State officials look to solve a shortfall estimated to be $12 billion or more.