Frank Sumrall
‘Get the troublemakers out:’ John Curley on landmark CARES Act ruling for landlords
With this ruling regarding the CARES Act, landlords in Washington may now issue 10‑day comply‑or‑vacate notices for breaches of lease agreements and even three‑day notices for issues such as nuisance, waste or unlawful activity.1 year ago
Matt Markovich
Bill to open bus only lanes to employer shuttles sparks debate in Olympia
A proposed bill in Olympia aims to let employer shuttles use transit lanes, igniting discussion among business and transit leaders.1 year ago
Matt Markovich
Round 2: Washington lawmakers reignite gun permit fight after failing last year
Lawmakers are once again trying to push a bill for more stringent requirements on firearm purchases, transfers and concealed carry licenses.1 year ago
Matt Markovich
Washington legislature’s first deadline claims hundreds of bills — But are they really dead?
The Washington State Legislature hit its first "do-or-die" deadline for policy bills on Friday.1 year ago
Frank Lenzi
Controversy over tree removal for proposed Bonney Lake housing development
Some Pierce County residents oppose a proposed housing development near Lake Bonney that would include 19 homes.1 year ago
Sam Campbell
‘Betrayal’: Ukrainian-Americans in Seattle slam Trump, prepare to protest
Over the past week, tensions between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy have worsened, as Zelenskyy said Ukraine was not invited to American ceasefire talks with Russia and Trump labeled the Ukrainian leader a “dictator.”1 year ago
Matt Markovich
Proposed tobacco and vapor tax hike would make small dent in $14 billion deficit
The democratically sponsored bill targets three key areas: cigarettes, tobacco products and vapor products.1 year ago
Matt Markovich
Public health and political power: Democratic bill says ‘best science’ must be followed
House Bill 1531 is a new piece of legislation that was advanced on Friday in the House Health Care and Wellness Committee with an 11-7 vote, split strictly along party lines.1 year ago
Matt Markovich
Truckers say ‘no way’ to EVs: Push back against California-style emission rules
Washington’s trucking industry sounded the alarm during a State Senate hearing on Friday, warning that the state's alignment with California's emission standards will cripple the region’s long-haul trucking sector.1 year ago
Matt Markovich
Revised bill overhauling governor’s emergency powers weakened by Democrats, say republicans
A Senate committee voted Friday to advance a revised bill aimed at limiting the governor’s emergency powers.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Spokane County now allows deputies to clear homeless encampments
Spokane County deputies can now dismantle homeless encampments if it's necessary for public safety.1 year ago
Matt Markovich
Prison reform bill passes state senate: Critics warn early releases threaten public safety
A bill designed to reshape how Washington’s prison system handles the release of incarcerated individuals passed the state Senate on Thursday, though critics argue it risks releasing criminals too soon.1 year ago
Matt Markovich
State Senate redraws parking rules: Will it fix the housing crisis or create a parking nightmare?
The Washington State Senate made a big move on Thursday that could change how cities handle parking, but not everyone is thrilled about it.1 year ago
Bill Kaczaraba
King County councilmembers move to stop auto-deleting instant messages
King County Councilmembers Reagan Dunn and Rod Dembowski introduced an ordinance Thursday to end the county’s practice of automatically deleting instant messaging sent between county employees.1 year ago
Chris Sullivan
Chokepoints: Should work zone safety be prioritized in driver’s ed?
Work zone speed cameras are about to go active. Should work zone safety be taught during driver's education?1 year ago
Matt Markovich
Washington senate moves rent cap bill forward, but not without a fight
The Washington Senate's rent control discussions ignite debate on housing affordability and tenant rights across the state.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Rally held at UW to protest Trump’s funding cuts: ‘We’re seeing graduate programs actually freezing’
Higher education workers plan to rally at the University of Washington on Wednesday afternoon to protest federal funding cutbacks ordered by the Trump administration.1 year ago
James Lynch
Mayor Harrell says Seattle is ‘on the rise’ in State of the City address
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell presented his 2025 State of the City address at Benaroya Hall Tuesday. In his words, the state of the city is "on the rise."1 year ago
Matt Markovich
Washington’s road usage charge is running out of gas – for now
Washington's road usage charge faces uncertainty, jeopardizing critical funding for infrastructure projects amid legislative challenges.1 year ago
Frank Lenzi
Officers would confiscate cars from police evaders under proposed bill
Some state lawmakers, including a former police officer, want to crack down on people who try to run from police.1 year ago
Matt Markovich
Local law enforcement can’t use dogs to find bad bears, wolves, cougars under new bill
A new bill before the Washington State Legislature has sparked intense debate among lawmakers, wildlife advocates and local law enforcement.1 year ago
Gwen Baumgardner, KIRO 7 News
Teachers, supporters rally at the capitol to demand more school funding
The fight for more school funding was loud and clear Monday, as hundreds of parents, teachers, and students held a rally outside the state capitol in Olympia.1 year ago
Julia Dallas
Washington Representative weighs in on one of the most controversial bills this session
Washington Republican Representative Jim Walsh confirmed to "The John Curley Show" Monday that HB 1269 is definitely the bill he gets the most calls about.1 year ago
