Bill Kaczaraba
Boos, chaos at Washington GOP convention over gubernatorial candidate endorsement
The state GOP convention going on in Spokane is looking more like a demolition derby than a meeting of the minds.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
‘I have my own personal beliefs:’ Reichert speaks on same-sex marriage following Ferguson’s post
Ferguson posted a video on X of Reichert telling a group of Pierce County Republicans that "marriage is between a man and a woman."2 years ago
the MyNorthwest Staff with wire reports
Senate dismisses two articles of impeachment against Homeland Security secretary, ends trial
The Senate dismissed impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, as Republicans pushed to remove him.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
Rep. Maycumber threatens legal action against Loren Culp amid social media tirade
On Tuesday, Maycumber's office announced it sent a cease-and-desist letter to Loren Culp after a barrage of social media posts.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall and Steve Coogan
Son of former Seattle Mayor McGinn pleads not guilty to child pornography charges
Jack McGinn -- son of former Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn -- has been charged with two felony counts related to child pornography.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
A study in contrasts: Costco vs. Boeing
A recent poll conducted by DMH Research sheds light on how we perceive major companies like Amazon, Starbucks and Microsoft.2 years ago
Heather Bosch and Steve Coogan
Washington official dismisses concerns Joe Biden may be left off election ballot
The Washington Secretary of State's office is brushing off concerns President Joe Biden won't be on the state's general election ballot.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Judge rules Washington’s ban on high-capacity magazines is unconstitutional
Washington's ban on high-capacity magazines is unconstitutional, at least according to Cowlitz County Superior Court Judge Gary Bashor.2 years ago
Kate Stone
Oregon ends decriminalization of drugs, joins Washington in pushing jail or treatment
Oregon Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek signed into law a bill that recriminalizes the possession of small amounts of drugs.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Video: SPD releases footage of Seattle City Council protest, 6 arrested
SPD released new footage of officers arresting individuals after a Seattle city council meeting protest went awry late February.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
Ex-US Rep. McDermott says he found what he fought for when he went abroad
Former Washington Democratic U.S. Rep. Jim McDermott, 87, has detailed his move to the village of Civrac-en-Médoc, France.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
Are potatoes vegetables or grains? Sen. Cantwell joins lawmakers in debate
Potatoes could soon have more in common with rice than carrots as the USDA looks into reclassifying the vegetable as a grain.2 years ago
Kate Stone
Inslee signs natural gas bill into law, critics say it comes at expense of customers
A controversial natural gas bill is now law. But the heated debate over how we warm our homes is far from over.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Washington becomes first state to ban lead in cookware
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee signed the Lead in Cookware Act Thursday, banning lead from any products used to cook food.2 years ago
James Lynch
King County’s plan to close youth detention center met with fierce backlash
The King County Law and Justice Committee received a final report on Executive Dow Constantine's plan to close a youth detention center.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Drones will be used to combat graffiti after Inslee signed new bill
State transportation officials have been authorized to use drones to address graffiti vandalism after Gov. Jay Inslee signed House Bill 1989 into law.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Pierce County: Sheriff Ed Troyer is not running for reelection
Pierce County Sheriff Ed Troyer will not seek re-election, the sheriff's department confirmed.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
Harrell’s office announces Seattle preschool slots for thousands of kids
Thousands more families will have the chance to start their children's Seattle preschool education earlier, thanks to a program launching.2 years ago
Emma Burrows and Dasha Litvinova, The Associated Press
Putin extends rule in preordained Russian election after harshest crackdown since Soviet era
With nearly all the precincts counted Monday, election officials said Putin had secured a record number of votes.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
After 30 years, ex-state House speaker Frank Chopp won’t seek reelection
Former state House Speaker Rep. Frank Chopp said Wednesday he won't seek reelection after a 30-year run serving in the Washington State Legislature.2 years ago
The MyNorthwest staff with wire reports
Washington pushes Trump over the top in GOP delegate count after presidential primary
After Tuesday's presidential primary, Washington, unofficially, put Donald Trump over the top to secure the Republican nomination again.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Markovich: What I learned this legislative session is citizens can break a 1-party rule
What was most remarkable covering this legislative session were the votes on three citizen initiatives and the break from one-party rule.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
‘Doesn’t enhance public safety’: Bill allows speed cameras to ticket responding police
A bill authorizes the use of speed cameras subjects police cars to speeding tickets, even if they are responding to an emergency.2 years ago
