Matt Markovich
‘I quit breathing’: Bill raises penalties for attacks on referees, school staff
The bil would elevate the penalty for anyone who interferes "by force or violence" to a class C felony.3 years ago
Matt Markovich
Boeing sued for negligence over 2022 murder of employee
Rachel Washington, the executor of Isaiah Washington's estate, initiated the legal action in Washington's King County Superior Court in December.3 years ago
Steve Coogan
Initiative allowing ability to opt out of WA Cares program certified, ballot next?
An initiative that would allow people to opt out of the new tax for the state-run long-term-care program could be headed to the November ballot.3 years ago
Kate Stone
Washington child safety laws questioned after Port Townsend baby’s death
The law states poverty or substance abuse themselves do not constitute "imminent physical harm" to a child that would allow social services to take custody.3 years ago
Matt Markovich
Senate bill aims to prohibit use of hostile architecture preventing homeless camps
If architecture is erected specifically "to prevent people from sitting or lying at street" level, it would be prohibited.3 years ago
Steve Coogan
Initiative that would outlaw state income taxes certified, ballot may be next
An initiative to outlaw income taxes at the state, county and city level could be headed to the ballot on November after it was certified Wednesday.3 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Tanya Woo chosen to join Seattle City Council for citywide seat
Newly-elected councilmembers Bob Kettle, Cathy Moore, Maritza Rivera and Rob Saka all endorsed Tanya Woo for the Position 8 seat.3 years ago
Associated Press
Trump, Biden win New Hampshire primaries
The former president clinched his second straight victory in his quest for the 2024 GOP nomination. Biden prevailed even though he wasn't on the ballot.3 years ago
Steve Coogan
Initiative to repeal capital gains tax certified; ballot could be next
Initiative 2109, which would repeal the state of Washington's capital gains tax, could be on the November ballot after it was certified Tuesday.3 years ago
Matt Markovich
Bill proposes statewide ban on police from hogtying suspects
One official estimated that about two-thirds of the 276 law enforcement agencies in the state have policies prohibiting the use of hogties.3 years ago
Kate Stone
Bill to ban natural gas lines revived, passes in Washington House
The bill would ban any gas company that serves more than 500,000 customers from connecting new natural gas lines to new buildings.3 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Sen. Patty Murray endorses Bob Ferguson for Wash. governor
Ferguson has been endorsed by more than 250 current and former elected officials, including Gov. Jay Inslee, Gov. Chris Gregoire and Senator Maria Cantwell.3 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Seattle City Council identifies eight finalists for open citywide seat
The eight finalists are: Juan J. Cotto, Neha Nariya, Mark Solomon, Vivian Song, Steven Strand, Mari Sugiyama, Linh Thai and Tanya Woo.3 years ago
Matt Markovich
Amanda Knox testifies in Olympia about police interrogation bill
House Bill 1062 seeks to remove deception as a tactic by law enforcement to elicit a confession during custodial interrogations.3 years ago
Kate Stone
‘Serial killers voting’: Argument over prisoner rights bill gets intense in Olympia
People incarcerated for felony crimes such as rape and murder in Washington prisons could get back their right to vote, serve on a jury, or run for office.3 years ago
Matt Markovich
Bill proposing child removal from homes with fentanyl sparks charged debate
The immediate removal of a child from a home where fentanyl was found generated emotional debate and testimony in Olympia.3 years ago
The MyNorthwest Staff with wire reports
State of Washington lawmakers react to Congress’ vote to avert shutdown
Congress sent President Joe Biden a short-term spending bill that would avert a looming partial government shutdown and fund federal agencies into March.3 years ago
Steve Coogan
Initiative to allow parent access to student records certified; ballot could be next
Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs' office confirmed Thursday that it has certified Initiative 2081. It could be on the ballot in November.3 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Trump remains on Wash. GOP primary ballot after judge’s ruling
Judge Mary Sue Wilson heard arguments Thursday morning before deciding the state statute the lawsuit cited in its motion does not apply to her jurisdiction.3 years ago
Matt Markovich
Hearing on Inslee plan to compel oil company price transparency gets heated
The first public hearing prompted strong accusations by climate activists and a vigorous defense from the industry.3 years ago
Matt Markovich
Holocaust education bill proposed as antisemitic incidents increase
State lawmakers heard mixed opinions Tuesday about a bill regarding Holocaust and genocide education in public middle, junior high and high schools.3 years ago
Kate Stone
No more ‘spring forward’ if new bill passes Wash. State Legislature
A bill that would keep Washington in standard time year-round has cleared its first hurdle on its way through the legislature.3 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Push for tougher laws on obstructing traffic grows after recent protests
It is a misdemeanor when a group of three or more refuse to disperse after police instructed them to do so. MacEwen’s bill pushes the penalty to a felony.3 years ago
