James Lynch
WA office that investigates police use of force seeks new director
The Office of Independent Investigations in Washington is seeking a new director. Discover the implications for police oversight.6 months ago
Manda Factor
Students inspire WA state cactus bill as lawmakers again push Evergreen State nickname
Explore how students are inspiring the cactus bill as Washington lawmakers consider the Evergreen State nickname.6 months ago
Frank Lenzi
Bill to lower legal blood-alcohol limit for WA drivers clears major hurdle
A major hurdle cleared for a bill to reduce Washington's blood-alcohol limit for drivers, enhancing road safety.6 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: What’s actually new in WA’s car tab crackdown bill — and what’s already law
The state wants to impound your car if it's parked on a public street if it has expired tabs for more than 45 days.6 months ago
BRIDGET BROWN, MICHAEL WARREN, AND CURTIS YEE, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Trump hosts Cabinet meeting as Democrats threaten partial government shutdown
Washington Senator Maria Cantwell is one of a group of lawmakers who are refusing to vote for a spending package if DHS funding is included.6 months ago
MICHAEL BIESECKER, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
New videos show Alex Pretti scuffle with federal officers in Minneapolis 11 days before his death
Alex Pretti was forcefully taken to the ground by federal immigration agents after kicking out the tail light of their vehicle during a Minneapolis protest 11 days before he was shot and killed.6 months ago
Luke Duecy and Frank Lenzi
WA bill that would bar most police from wearing face coverings clears Senate
The Washington State Senate passes a bill limiting police face coverings during public interactions, ensuring transparency and accountability.6 months ago
FBI executes search warrant at Fulton County elections office near Atlanta
FBI agents were executing a search warrant at the Fulton County elections office near Atlanta on Wednesday, an agency spokesperson confirmed.6 months ago
Frank Sumrall
600,000 WA drivers have expired tabs — a new bill could increase the fine
Thousands of people are driving around Washington with expired tabs. A proposed bill would increase the penalties for this infraction.6 months ago
SEUNG MIN KIM, MIKE CATALINI, AND STEVE KARNOWSKI, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
2 federal officers fired shots during encounter that killed Alex Pretti, DHS tells Congress
Two federal officers fired shots during the encounter that killed ICU nurse Alex Pretti over the weekend in Minneapolis.6 months ago
LAURA BARGFELD AND HANNAH SCHOENBAUM, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Man sprays unknown substance on Rep. Ilhan Omar and is tackled at Minneapolis town hall
A man sprayed an unknown substance on Democratic U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar and was tackled to the ground Tuesday during a town hall she was hosting in Minneapolis.6 months ago
Charlie Harger
Exclusive: KIRO Newsradio obtains income tax bill draft. Lawmakers say it’s real. Governor’s office says it isn’t theirs.
KIRO Newsradio has reviewed what appears to be a working draft of the income tax on high earners being developed in Olympia.6 months ago
James Lynch
‘Why is this a one-size-fits-all policy?’: Washington lawmakers debate 32-hour work week
Olympia debates shifting to a 32-hour work week, exploring benefits for workers and the economy.6 months ago
Julia Dallas
‘No one should fear their government’: King County Council joins push to put guardrails on ICE
The King County Council supports new measures to impose funding restrictions on the Department of Homeland Security.6 months ago
Luke Duecy
Republican leader slams Gov. Ferguson over National Guard remarks on immigration enforcement
Jim Walsh criticized Bob Ferguson Monday, accusing the governor and Attorney General Nick Brown of escalating tensions around federal immigration enforcement.6 months ago
Julia Dallas
‘Banality of evil is going to kill this country’: Former King County sheriff lambasts lawmakers’ silence
King County Sheriff condemns the lack of response in the Alex Pretti shooting. Explore the implications and community reactions.6 months ago
Julia Dallas
Renton mayor: Police will never assist ICE with immigration enforcement
"I want to reassure you that Renton police officers will never assist ICE or any federal agency with immigration enforcement," Mayor Pavone stated.6 months ago
Charlie Harger
Governor Ferguson won’t rule out National Guard deployment as WA responds to ICE killing of Alex Pretti
Governor Bob Ferguson and AG Nick Brown held a press conference Monday condemning federal immigration agents after the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti.6 months ago
Charlie Harger
Let’s Go Washington Parents’ Bill of Rights initiative certified, headed to legislature as Democrats signal no hearings
The Washington Secretary of State has certified Initiative 26-001, restoring the original Parents' Bill of Rights after Democrats changed the law last year.6 months ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
‘This should be alarming to everybody’: Ursula calls for due process amid ICE raids
A host discusses the alarming detention of a child and father by ICE, emphasizing the need for due process in immigration enforcement.6 months ago
John Curley Show
Center Square editor digs into ‘initiative killer’ bill backlash, daycare fraud investigation
Explore the backlash against the initiative killer bill and its ties to daycare fraud during the legislative session.6 months ago
Frank Lenzi
WA AG says new agreement protects SNAP recipients’ data
New agreements ensure the confidentiality of SNAP recipients' information, according to Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown.6 months ago
Julia Dallas
‘ICE Out For Good’ protests spread across Seattle area
"ICE Out For Good" protests make an impact in the Seattle region.6 months ago
