Inslee signs bill creating capital gains tax; foes are challenging it in court as unconstitutional.
Week of May 2
The number of positive COVID-19 cases in King County is beginning to fall after a fourth wave began in March. As of May 4, there… Continue reading
No Washington state counties will be rolling back their phase under the state’s Roadmap to Recovery plan following an announcement on May 4 by Gov.… Continue reading
Washington state will have its own earthquake early warning system on May 4 when ShakeAlert goes live, which could give residents precious seconds to prepare… Continue reading
The number of wolves in Washington state increased by 22%, marking the 12th year in a row the wolf population has grown, according to a… Continue reading
69 shooting victims in first three months, 16 of them fatal
Democrats used their majorities to muscle through social, economic, environmental and tax policies.
UW study to help find if devices can detect early warning signs of acute respiratory infections, such as COVID-19 and flu.
Following federal guidance, Washington health care providers are temporarily pausing Johnson & Johnson shots while experts educate hospital systems on how to treat a rare… Continue reading
Meanwhile, the Blake decision has gotten people out jail, charges dismissed and possibly clemency for some.
Rights restored immediately upon release.
Salmon and orcas are in the spotlight once again as King County unveils a new strategic plan to rework its approach to protecting water quality… Continue reading
DOJ says law enforcement agencies seized over 70 guns and hundreds of thousands in cash.
Staff reports In 2003, Gary Ridgway, Washington’s notorious Green River killer, pleaded guilty to murdering 48 women. As of today, two of Ridgway’s victims remain… Continue reading
6,107 open cases is double the normal amount for King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.
Gov. Inslee said an expected increase in vaccine supply enables the state to open eligibility.
Eligibility verification via Phase Finder no longer required for appointments, vaccinations beginning this week.
