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.3 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.”3 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.3 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.3 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.3 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.3 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.3 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.3 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.3 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.3 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.3 years ago
Heather Bosch
Finding a solution to the childcare crisis in Washington
The childcare crisis in Washington state comes down to affordability vs. quality.3 years ago
Steve Coogan
Biden ranks as a Top 15 president all time and Trump sits last, scholars say
While academics may not think Biden is the best president ever or even in the Top 10, they do believe Trump deserves to be low on the list.3 years ago
Steve Coogan and Matt Markovich
Seattle PD, FD deliver sobering statistics to Seattle City Council
SPD Chief Adrian Diaz and SFD Chief Harold Scoggins delivered stark reminders the issues of crime, homicide and homelessness haven't changed much.3 years ago
Kate Stone
3 of Washington’s 6 citizen initiatives will get legislative hearings
Citizen-backed changes to police pursuit, state income tax, and parental rights laws will get their moment in front of lawmakers in Olympia this month.3 years ago
Kate Stone
End of PSE’s obligation to provide natural gas service closer to passing legislature
House Republican leader Drew Stokesbary, R-Auburn, said earlier this week the legislation would, "effectively ban natural gas for for Washingtonians."3 years ago
Associated Press
Donald Trump fraud verdict: $364 million penalty in civil fraud case
A New York judge ruled Friday against Donald Trump, imposing a $364 million penalty over what was ruled was a yearslong scheme to dupe banks and others.3 years ago
Lisa Brooks
Washington 2024 Special Election: Renton voting for higher minimum wage
Renton's minimum wage is currently $16.28 per hour, but that wage will jump on July 1 to $20.29 for employers with more than 500 workers,3 years ago
Matt Markovich
Inmates can seek to leave prison sooner under Wash. House-passed bill
A divided state House of Representatives passed a bill giving felons an easier path out of prison without relying on the governor's decision to commute.3 years ago
Matt Markovich
Wash. House passes bill that limits rent increases to 7% annually
The chamber passed a bill on a near-party-line vote that limits rent increases to 7% annually minutes before a legislative deadline would have passed.3 years ago
Matt Markovich
Bill using state traffic cameras, other tech to fight graffiti passes in House
House Bill 1989 presents a more tech-savvy approach to combatting vandalism, as it introduces advanced spray drone technology and more.3 years ago
Matt Markovich
State Senate passes bill expanding prohibited weapon zones
The Washington Senate passed a bill, broadening the scope of specific places where individuals are prohibited from knowingly carrying weapons.3 years ago
Matt Markovich
A reversal of fortune concerning book banning in Washington
Lawmakers in the state House have passed a bill that essentially bans the banning of books that focus on people of a protected or marginalized class.3 years ago
