Matt Markovich
‘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
Matt Markovich
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
Maria Verza and Mark Stevenson
Mexico elects Claudia Sheinbaum as its first female president
Mexico’s projected presidential winner Claudia Sheinbaum will become the first female president in the country’s 200-year history.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
Vice President Kamala Harris returns to Seattle for fundraising events
Vice President Kamala Harris returned to Seattle Saturday for two fundraising events, including one in West Seattle.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
Washington insurance: Health plan prices may rise; new rule set to begin
A new rule is starting Saturday for Washington insurance while the OIS is reviewing increase proposals for individual health insurance.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
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
Julia Dallas and Steve Coogan
Washington Republicans, Democrats react to Trump’s guilty verdict
Donald Trump was found guilty, on Thursday, of falsifying business records. The verdict makes him the first former president to be convicted.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
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
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Adrian Diaz out as Seattle Police Chief, will stay with department
Rumors are swirling amongst officers that Seattle Police chief Adrian Diaz is out after the mayor's office grew tired of "drama."2 years ago
Jason Rantz
Rantz Exclusive: Semi Bird reprimanded for fraud against US Army, after ‘stolen valor’ claims
Gubernatorial candidate Semi Bird committed acts of stolen valor, even admitting to defrauding the U.S. Army.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Will the minimum wage for delivery drivers in Seattle be lowered?
The Seattle City Council is expected to vote on a new ordinance that would repeal the recently-instituted mandatory minimum wage for delivery drivers.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
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
Matt Markovich
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
Matt Markovich
Washington Republicans face internal feud over endorsements ahead of elections
Washington Republicans are in the midst of an experiment, leading to a political family feud over the most "electable" candidates.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
‘Discriminatory practices’: Seattle police captain sues city, Chief Adrian Diaz
A longtime Seattle Police Department captain filed a discrimination lawsuit Monday against the city of Seattle and Chief Adrian Diaz.2 years ago
Sam Campbell
Protesters at UW encampment harass, shine laser in eye of photojournalist
A FOX 13 photographer was harassed and had a laser shined in his eye while filming near the pro-Palestinian UW encampment this week.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
New poll: AG Ferguson has edge in governor’s race over Reichert
A new poll from the left-leaning Northwest Progressive Institute has found AG Bob Ferguson has widened his lead in his bid for governor.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Signature gathering begins for initiative to keep natural gas in Washington
Those seeking to halt the state's efforts to eliminate natural gas use in homes and buildings want to get the measure on the November ballot.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
Tacoma City Council member Ushka dies after battle with cancer
Tacoma City Council member Catherine Ushka has died after a battle with cancer. She represented District 4.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Judge tosses lawsuit aimed at removing state’s gender-affirming care for youth
A federal judge in Washington has dismissed a lawsuit brought by two anti-transgender groups challenging a state law.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
King County faces property tax hike to save public health clinics from closing
King County Executive Dow Constantine is pursuing a property tax increase throughout the county in order to prevent public health clinics from shuttering.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Seattle requests KC Homelessness Authority to shrink budget by $21M
The King County Homeless Authority (KCRHA) has been requested by the City of Seattle to shed $21 million from its budget.2 years ago
James Lynch
UW buildings covered with pro-Palestinian graffiti; president responds
The University of Washington community found many buildings around the pro-Palestinian encampment on campus covered with graffiti Wednesday.2 years ago
