Politics
MyNorthwest Staff
Rally held at UW to protest Trump’s funding cuts: ‘We’re seeing graduate programs actually freezing’
Higher education workers plan to rally at the University of Washington on Wednesday afternoon to protest federal funding cutbacks ordered by the Trump administration.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Washington State’s wood-burning stoves: Still legal, but with stricter emissions rules
A bill that some feared would lead to a ban on wood-burning stoves in Washington passed a Senate committee on Friday—but without the harsh restrictions that many had worried about. The Senate Environment, Energy & Technology Committee gave Senate Bill 5174 a “do pass” recommendation, meaning it could soon go to a vote before the […]2 years ago
James Lynch
Gov. Bob Ferguson criticizes Donald Trump, but open to working together
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson addresses federal funding concerns and his willingness to work with President Donald Trump.2 years ago
Brandon Thompson, KIRO 7 News
More than $300 million in federal funds frozen in Washington State amidst political battle
WA DNR said around $100 million of federal funding for wildfire response, reimbursment, prevention and grants for local departments to buy equipment has been halted.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
King County to simplify process for inquests into law enforcement-involved deaths
King County Executive Dow Constantine issued an executive order Wednesday that will streamline inquests into law enforcement-involved deaths.2 years ago
MyNorthwest staff with wire reports
‘Trade means jobs:’ Trump tariffs on Canada and Mexico could hit close to home
The 25% tax that President Donald Trump plans to slap on imports from Canada and Mexico through tariffs could drive up the price of everything.2 years ago
MyNorthwest staff with wire reports
Gee Scott slams Trump’s plane crash comments: ‘This is what 60% of the country voted for’
President Donald Trump Thursday speculated Democrats and diversity initiatives shared blame for the deaths of 67 after the Washington, D.C., midair collision.2 years ago
Associated Press
At signing of Laken Riley Act, Trump says he plans to send migrants in US illegally to Guantanamo
President Donald Trump said he is directing the opening of a detention center at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to hold up to 30,000 migrants in the U.S. illegally.2 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff with Wire Reports
Federal judge in Seattle temporarily blocks Trump executive order ending birthright citizenship
A federal judge Thursday temporarily blocked the president's executive order ending the constitutional guarantee of birthright citizenship.2 years ago
The MyNorthwest staff with wire reports
Trump inaugural speech: President rips past leaders, makes promises; hosts react
Trump inaugural speech: The president’s second address contained an indictment of the country he inherits and promises to fix its problems.2 years ago
Associated Press
Trump returns to power, promises a ‘golden age of America’
Donald Trump, who overcame impeachments and criminal indictments to win another term, will be sworn in as the 47th president on Monday.2 years ago
Associated Press
Trump swearing-in will move inside Capitol Rotunda because of intense cold
President-elect Donald Trump will take the oath of office from inside the Capitol Rotunda Monday due to forecasts of intense cold weather.2 years ago
Associated Press
Biden warns of dangers of ‘oligarchy’ of ultra-rich, ‘tech-industrial complex’ running country
President Joe Biden used his farewell address to the nation Wednesday to warn of an “oligarchy” of the ultra-wealthy taking root in the country and of a “tech-industrial complex” that is infringing on Americans' rights and the future of democracy.2 years ago
Associated Press
Judge temporarily blocks release of special counsel report on Trump cases amid simmering court fight
A federal judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked the public release of special counsel Jack Smith's report on investigations into Donald Trump.2 years ago
Associated Press
Trump is certified as the 2024 election winner without challenge, in stark contrast to 2021 violence
Congress certified President-elect Donald Trump as the winner of the 2024 election in proceedings that unfolded Monday without violence.2 years ago
Associated Press
Judge sets Trump sentencing in hush money case for Jan. 10, but signals no jail time
A judge Friday set President-elect Donald Trump's sentencing in his hush money case for Jan. 10 but promised not to jail him.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Kaczaraba: How President Jimmy Carter got the Mideast Peace Accords done
I met Carter for the first time in Plains, Georgia, a rural town 170 miles outside of Atlanta. I was a local reporter for a TV station.2 years ago
Associated Press
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter dies at 100
Jimmy Carter, who served one term as president and then redefined life after the White House as a global humanitarian, has died at 100.2 years ago
The MyNorthwest staff with wire reports
Government funding bill clears Congress, averting shutdown; WA lawmakers react
Facing a government shutdown, the Senate rushed through passage early Saturday of a plan that would temporarily fund federal operations.2 years ago
Charlie Harger
Biden pardons 3 Washington residents in biggest single-day act of clemency
A Seattle man and two others people in Washington were among the 39 people granted a pardon by President Joe Biden on Thursday.2 years ago
Associated Press
US will send Ukraine $725M more in counter-drone systems, anti-personnel land mines
The U.S. is preparing to send Ukraine an additional $725 million in military assistance, including counter-drone systems.2 years ago
Associated Press
Bill limiting bathroom use by transgender students signed by Ohio governor
Transgender students will be banned from using multiperson bathrooms that fit their gender identities in Ohio.2 years ago
Associated Press
Trump chooses Pam Bondi for attorney general pick after Gaetz withdraws
President-elect Donald Trump on Thursday named Pam Bondi, the former attorney general of Florida, to be U.S. attorney general.2 years ago
