Heather Bosch
Seattle mayor moves to toughen ‘nuisance’ law, targeting properties accused of attracting crime
The Seattle mayor aims to strengthen the "nuisance" law targeting crime-attracting properties for safer neighborhoods.1 year ago
Jason Sutich
WA Rep. pushes bill that challenges NCAA settlement, seeks fair pay for student-athletes
Baumgartner's bill aims to reshape NCAA pay structures and promote fair compensation for athletes while pushing for vital conference reforms.1 year ago
JAKE OFFENHARTZ and JASON DEAREN, The Associated Press
Protests intensify in Los Angeles after Trump deploys hundreds of National Guard troops
Tensions in Los Angeles escalated Sunday as thousands of protesters took to the streets in response to President Donald Trump’s extraordinary deployment of the National Guard.1 year ago
John Curley Show
‘The gloves are off’: John Curley analyzes the Musk v. Trump social media feud
Explore John Curley's insights on the Musk-Trump feud over tax credits and spending cuts. Discover the impact on social media today.1 year ago
James Lynch
Washington attorney general goes before 9th Circuit Court of Appeals on birthright citizenship
Washington Attorney General Nick Brown argues birthright citizenship at the 9th Circuit.1 year ago
Julia Dallas
Seattle City Council member stepping down next month
Cathy Moore's departure creates an opening in the Seattle City Council this summer.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Kshama Sawant is challenging Rep. Adam Smith for House seat
Kshama Sawant files for Washington's 9th District, taking on Adam Smith in a critical congressional race.1 year ago
Heather Bosch and The Associated Press
Tariffs blamed for Port of Seattle traffic trouble
Explore how recent tariffs are causing traffic troubles at the Port of Seattle and their effects on local commerce.1 year ago
Julia Dallas
Fight over hotly debated natural gas initiative headed to Washington State Supreme Court
A King County judge has ruled against I-2066, an initiative regarding natural gas, as reported by Climate Solutions.1 year ago
Heather Bosch
The fight over food assistance: For a Washington Senator—It’s personal
A Washington Senator shares a personal story on food assistance amid budget discussions in the U.S. Senate.1 year ago
Jonah Oaklief
Jewish teacher alleges ‘antisemitic advocacy’ in Portland schools
A lawsuit claims the Portland School District's teacher's union promotes antisemitic views.1 year ago
Jason Sutich
Lack of funding prompts WA governor to veto part of clemency bill
Governor Ferguson's veto reshapes Washington's Clemency Board, influencing future clemency decisions in the state.1 year ago
Jason Sutich
Portland shifts $2M from police to parks in preliminary budget
Mayor Wilson's reallocates Portland budget, $2M from police to enhance park maintenance in Portland.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff with Wire Reports
WA AG celebrates legal win as judge blocks Trump’s orders to dismantle Education Department
A federal judge on Thursday blocked President Donald Trump’s executive order to dismantle the Education Department and ordered the agency to reinstate employees who were fired in mass layoffs. The administration said it would challenge the ruling.1 year ago
Jason Sutich
House passed Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’, Democrats unanimously oppose
Trump's big beautiful bill, featuring tax cuts and border security, passes the House, facing unanimous opposition from Democrats.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Governor Bob Ferguson confronts Donald Trump’s ‘chaotic and illegal’ tariffs in brief
Governor Bob Ferguson filed a brief in support of a multistate lawsuit against President Donald Trump's tariff policies.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Gun permit bill signed into law by Gov. Ferguson
Gov. Ferguson has signed the gun permit bill into law, requiring permits and live-fire training for prospective gun buyers in Washington.1 year ago
What to know about the US Senate’s effort to block vehicle-emission rules in California
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Congress may stop California from implementing its first-in-the nation rule banning the sale of new gas powered cars by 2035. A Senate vote expected as soon as this week could end the nation’s most aggressive effort to transition toward electric vehicles as President Donald Trump’s administration doubles down on fossil fuels. […]1 year ago
Julia Dallas and Frank Sumrall
Governor Ferguson signs Washington’s contentious $77.9B operating budget
Discvover the contentious $77.9B operating budget and its impact on Washington's future, as Governor Bob Ferguson signed it into law.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Renton council member Carmen Rivera accused of bullying, harassing city staff for years
Renton City Councilmember Carmen Rivera is facing allegations of berating and verbally harassing colleagues. She denies the claims.1 year ago
KIRO Newsradio Staff with Wire Reports
Washington’s AG calls 10-year ban on US states regulating AI ‘dangerous’
Washington's AG warns a decade-long AI ban on states is dangerous for regulation and oversight in the tech industry.2 years ago
Jonah Oaklief
Bipartisan bill promises college access for low-income students
Senate Bill 5543 aims to lower college costs and eliminate barriers for low-income students, expanding educational opportunities.2 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Staff with Wire Reports
AG Brown defends birthright citizenship as Supreme Court weighs order, nationwide injunctions
AG Brown argues for birthright citizenship as Supreme Court reviews Trump's order and nationwide injunctions.2 years ago
