Jackson Meyer
Washington State’s crucial for the GOP, says RNC Chairman Michael Whatley
RNC Chairman Michael Whatley highlights Washington's importance in GOP dynamics and the balance of power.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Tren de Aragua torture case in King County highlighted by Trump during rally
President Donald Trump put King County and the Tren de Aragua torture case in the spotlight during a rally in Michigan celebrating his first 100 days in office.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington legislature passes EV credit tax targeting Tesla
Substitute House Bill 2077 moves forward with the Washington State Legislature, targeting Teslas with a tax.1 year ago
Frank Lenzi
Washington AG fights Trump’s dismantling of AmeriCorps
Attorney General Nick Brown challenges Trump's order dismantling AmeriCorps, aiming to protect community service programs.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
WA in Trump’s crosshairs as administration compiles list of sanctuary states, cities
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday that intends to crack down on "sanctuary states and cities."1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Amazon retreats on tariff cost tag after White House calls it ‘hostile’
Amazon is reportedly backing off its plan to display tariff costs for consumers on its website next to its products, something the White House described as a "hostile act."1 year ago
Matt Markovich
Bezos bolts, billions lost: Is Washington’s wealth walking out the door?
Jeff Bezos' relocation could signal a new era for Washington's tax future and wealth distribution. Explore the implications.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Focus on ‘wannabe dictator’ Trump: WA Rep. sounds off on Democrat Party’s direction
U.S. House representative Adam Smith, the longest-serving member of Washington’s U.S. House delegation, wants to reconfigure and rebrand the Democratic Party.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
WA’s $77.9B budget saga: Bob Ferguson is on the clock to make the final call
After months of late-night debates and political tug-of-war, Washington lawmakers have finally agreed on a massive $77.9 billion operating budget for the next two years.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington Democrats push through rent cap bill after negotiations
Washington state lawmakers cap annual rent increases, ending a heated legislative battle on the final day of session.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Poll: Bob Ferguson grows on Republicans, sours on Democrats, amidst economic fear heightened
Washingtonians show stagnant views on the future as economic fears grow, revealing shifting sentiments toward Bob Ferguson and party dynamics.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington Democrats pass $77.8 billion budget on last day of legislature
Washington state lawmakers finalize $77.1 billion budget, marking the end of the 2025 legislative session.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington lawmakers approve 6-cent gas tax hike with July start date
Washington drivers will face a new gas tax increase after nearly a decade.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
WA Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez flooded with boos at town hall after supporting the SAVE Act
U.S. Representative Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, was showered with boos during her fourth town hall as hundreds of community members lined up around the building to voice their displeasure.1 year ago
Frank Lenzi
Tensions rise over school funding, property tax hearings in Olympia
Tension rose in Olympia on Wednesday as lawmakers addressed school funding and property taxes in the final days of the legislative session.1 year ago
Matt Markovich
With only days left, GOP accuses Dems of rushed budget, no transparency: ‘We have no idea who’s being taxed’
As the legislative session nears its end, GOP leaders voiced their concerns about the budget and potential hidden taxes from Democrats.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Republicans walk out after ‘cold-hearted’ bill closing down developmentally disabled schools passes
House Republicans walked out of the Appropriations Committee after it passed Senate Bill 5393, which would close both the Rainier and Yakima Valley schools for the developmentally disabled.1 year ago
James Lynch
Seattle mayor announces new initiative to expand childcare, early learning
Mayor Bruce Harrell announces the Every Child Ready Initiative and discusses renewing Seattle's education levy.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Sen. introduces bill to move incarcerated to ICE, calling WA ‘a sanctuary for felons’
Washington Senator Phil Fortunato's bill aims to shift undocumented migrants to ICE, with the goal of saving taxpayer's money.1 year ago
Matt Markovich
Gun permit bill one step away from being law–But legal battle already looming
The gun permit bill is one step away from law, requiring permits and live-fire training for prospective gun buyers in Washington.1 year ago
Associated Press
Federal judge expresses deep skepticism over Trump law firm executive order
WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge expressed deep skepticism Wednesday over a President Donald Trump executive order targeting a prominent law firm, signaling that she was inclined to grant a request to permanently block its enforcement. U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell grilled a Justice Department lawyer over the government’s plans to suspend security clearances from […]1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
‘Rolling over for Putin’: WA Rep. Rick Larsen rips Trump Admin’s handling of Ukraine-Russia peace deal
Top U.S., British, French, and Ukrainian diplomats agreed to a meeting Wednesday to push forward a Ukraine-Russia peace deal, but it was scrapped at the last minute.1 year ago
James Lynch
Seattle business leaders issue dire warning over state tax proposals
As the legislative session ends, leaders urge caution over tax proposals amid a looming $16 billion budget deficit in Washington.1 year ago
