Lawmakers contend he exceeded his authority. The governor argues what he did was legal and necessary.
A search is on for a Snohomish County site to house a dozen or more offenders returning from McNeil Island.
Half of the lockup there could be shut down, with officials looking to close prison units statewide.
Directors could decide next month to extend the timeline for expansion, including service to Everett.
Standing near the westbound span, members of Congress said they’ll seek funding in a transportation bill.
The Stanwood-Camano school board is to approve a multi-year pact with Deborah Rumbaugh on Tuesday.
Marysville gave $400 to each of its teachers. Auditors said the district didn’t make clear why.
It will operate out of Mayor Gailey’s office. The organization Allies for BIPOC had pushed for a commission.
Jeff Moore and Scott Bader will leave when their terms end. Scott Murphy is running for port commission.
Candidates can file Monday. Everett will hold first-ever district elections as mayoral battles loom
The Highline School District administrator will succeed Superintendent Jean Shumate, who retires next month.
Meanwhile, fully vaccinated people can stop wearing masks in most places, the federal CDC said.
Elementary and middle school students are getting in-person instruction five days a week.
A new law bars people from carrying guns within 250 feet of a permitted demonstration.
Each will be interviewed Saturday. The public can watch and offer opinions to the school board.
It’s helped land businesses in Cascade Industrial Center. Soon every city will get a chance to try it.
Inslee signs bill creating capital gains tax; foes are challenging it in court as unconstitutional.
