Associated Press
Biden uses feisty State of the Union to contrast with Trump, sell voters
President Joe Biden turned his State of the Union speech Thursday into an animated argument for a second term as he laced into Donald Trump.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Controversial ‘Clean Energy Bill’ drops ban on natural gas, may face challenge
Gov. Jay Inslee will be facing a difficult decision -- whether to sign the 'Clean Energy Bill' that aims to transform the state's biggest utility.2 years ago
Kate Stone
Former WSDOT worker sues over gas price whistleblowing claims
A conservative advocacy group filed a lawsuit against the state of Washington, on behalf of a former WSDOT worker who said he was told to lie.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Strippers, book bans, guns: Examples of partisan divide persist in Olympia
Many final Washington State Legislature votes are seeing partisan divide and falling along party lines just days before the session ends.2 years ago
Danny Shapiro, KTAR
Arizona’s Kyrsten Sinema won’t seek reelection for US Senate seat
The announcement from Kyrsten Sinema clears the way for a likely two-way race between Ruben Gallego and Kari Lake.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Lawmakers grant police more leeway in pursuing criminals
In a significant shift in law enforcement policy, Washington state lawmakers took decisive action on Monday, passing an initiative that erases restrictions on police pursuit.2 years ago
Associated Press
Nikki Haley wins her first Republican primary
Nikki Haley's victory Sunday, temporarily, halts Donald Trump’s sweep of the GOP contests. Though, that will likely change on Super Tuesday.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
Washington legislature unanimously passes bill to help over 35,000 veterans
The Washington legislature unanimously passed a bill on Friday that would help over 35,000 veterans access state benefits.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Seattle City Atty. considers charges against Council demonstrators
The six arrested were among dozens in support of Palestine, protesting the city's funding plans for asylum seekers and refugees.2 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Expanded tolling on SR 520 to pay for project may be coming
The Washington State Legislature may expand tolling on SR 520 to make up the budget to finish the major project.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Wash. foster children could get boost from legislature
State senate legislation recently approved by the House aims to enhance foster care support for young people aged 18 to 21.2 years ago
Kate Stone
Police pursuit, parental rights initiatives go before Washington lawmakers
Police pursuits and parental rights in schools were in the spotlight in Olympia as lawmakers considered two citizen-led initiatives.2 years ago
Associated Press
Supreme Court agrees to decide if Trump can be prosecuted for election interference
The Supreme Court has agreed to decide whether the former president can be prosecuted on charges he interfered with the 2020 election.2 years ago
Michael Tackett, The Associated Press
McConnell will step down as the Senate Republican leader in November
McConnell said he plans to serve out his Senate term, which ends in January 2027, “albeit from a different seat in the chamber.”2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Washington Senate passes bill criminalizing fertility fraud
The bill would make the practice an assault in the third degree, punishable by up to 5 years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Possible constitutional challenge to income tax initiative spotlighted during hearing
Behind the scenes, opponents, Democrats in the House and Senate, have searched for legal landmines that may render the initiative invalid.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Rent stabilization bill fails to advance in Washington legislature
The rent stabilization bill, which aimed to limit yearly residential rent increases to 7%, has reached an impasse in the state legislature.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Proposed 10% tax on short-term rentals closer to becoming state law
In a move aimed at addressing affordable housing, lawmakers may give municipalities the option of implementing a 10% short-term rental tax.2 years ago
Associated Press
Donald Trump appeals $454M judgment in New York civil fraud case
The former president is challenging that he lied about his wealth as he grew the real estate empire that launched him to stardom.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Child marriages soon to be illegal in state of Washington
The legal age to get married will be 18 after both chambers of the Washington Legislature passed a bill outlawing child marriage.2 years ago
Kate Stone
Showdown over added delivery app fees hits Seattle streets
Near Pike Place market on Thursday, about a dozen people rallied in support of the law, which impacts an estimated 40,000 gig workers in Seattle.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Senate passes ban on banning books after making changes reducing local decision making
The Washington Senate's bill aimed at addressing the banning of books and instructional materials related to those in protected classes.2 years ago
Kate Stone
Mayor Bruce Harrell calls Seattle ‘persistent’ in State of the City address
In his second address, Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell outlined future goals for tackling crime, the drug crisis, affordable housing, and other issues.2 years ago
