Political spending battle heats up in Washington as Democrats seek supermajority
A political spending battle between supporters of Washington Democrats and Republicans is shaping up to be one of the most interesting storylines for the upcoming election.2 years ago
Washington State’s EV Rebate Program runs out of funds ahead of schedule
The well has run dry on the state's electric vehicle rebates, the first of its kind program run by a state in the country.2 years ago
Washington Democrats eye supermajority in legislature, key Senate races crucial
It would take an extraordinary event for Republicans to overturn the Democratic majorities in both chambers of the Washington State Legislature.2 years ago
Washington Supreme Court upholds signature validation process in 2 major cases
In two landmark rulings, the Washington State Supreme Court has upheld the Secretary of State’s signature validation process.2 years ago
Super PACs fuel spending surge: More money spent against Reichert than Ferguson in WA governor’s race
The financial backing from third-party organizations, including Super Political Action Committees (PACs), is becoming a substantial advantage for Ferguson in his race for governor.2 years ago
Timing of former SPD chief coming out raises questions amidst legal, administrative turmoil
The former SPD chief's coming out has some unnamed sources within SPD and members questioning the timing of his announcement.2 years ago
Markovich: Fatherhood can’t be a part-time job
Data says the average school-age boy only spends 30 minutes a week in a one-on-one conversations with fathers when dad is at home.2 years ago
King County Sheriff’s Office sees decline in complaints
The agency chartered to handle complaints made against the King County Sheriff's Office has seen a two-year decline in case filings.2 years ago
King County to replace correctional facility with modern jail, behavioral health center
A report outlines plans to replace the aging King County Correctional Facility with a modern jail to serve the needs of inmates.2 years ago
Seattle City Council takes steps to expand use of automated license plate readers
A Seattle City Council committee expanded the use of automated license plate readers across the Seattle Police Department's fleet Tuesday.2 years ago
Inslee directive requires Washington hospitals to provide emergency abortion care
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee has issued a directive requiring the Department of Health to ensure hospitals provide emergency abortion care.2 years ago
Designs unveiled for new I-5 bridge between Washington, Oregon
The first conceptual design drawings for a replacement I-5 bridge between Washington and Oregon were made public Monday.2 years ago
Seattle homeowners face sticker shock with new levies
Seattle homeowners should be prepared for sticker shock after an approved housing levy and proposed transportation levy take shape.2 years ago
Markovich: Where’s our ‘inconvenience fee’ for when the president visits and disrupts Seattle?
Three weeks after Biden's visit, Vice President Harris made a trip to the Washington ATM. Well, now I want my ATM service fee. Call it an inconvenience fee.2 years ago
‘Consider every option’: State GOP leader addresses Semi Bird endorsement
The Washington Republican Party's head said leadership is looking at the new allegations against endorsed candidate for governor, Semi Bird.2 years ago
Is it a tax or not? Attorney general sued over controversial ballot language
Rep. Jim Walsh sued Attorney General Bob Ferguson over what Walsh calls "warning labels" the attorney general must include on the ballot.2 years ago
Markovich: 75% of King County refugees won’t get what they seek
The saga of 100 asylum seekers, who have been pushed around King County, may be ending soon as they face eviction.2 years ago
Seattle scraps ShotSpotter plans; advances surveillance, license plate readers
Seattle has abandoned plans to install acoustic gunshot locators after receiving cost estimates for the "Crime Prevention Technology Pilot."2 years ago
Lawmakers, judges, prisoners seek resentencing reform amid victim concerns
The resentencing reform effort arises as victims of violent crime argue the proposed state law doesn't take their healing into consideration.2 years ago
Diaz to depart as SPD chief; Interim Sue Rahr to focus on cultural change
Former King County Sheriff Sue Rahr will replace Adrian Diaz and serve as interim Seattle Police chief, Mayor Bruce Harrell said.2 years ago
Seattle Police Department faces staffing shortages causing slower response times
Despite a very public push to recruit new officers, staffing challenges and response times have changed very little within SPD.2 years ago
How does Washington fix its eviction case backlog? A constitutional change is needed
King County is struggling with this workload due to a constitutional requirement that unlawful detainer cases must be heard by a constitutional commissioner.2 years ago
Washington Supreme Court rejects bid to return convicted murderer, documentary star to prison
The Washington State Supreme Court rejected an effort to send convicted murderer Kimonti Dennis Carter back to prison on Thursday.2 years ago
