Northwest
Whistleblower: Border hold on Iranians was a local initiative
“Extreme vetting” of travelers with Iranian backgrounds reportedly was directed by Blaine port managers.
Local News
Bill would eliminate most elections in odd-numbered years
Supporters say it would increase voting, opponents say it would limit the ability to file measures.
Northwest
Neo-Nazi terrorist group has rumored ‘hate camp’ in Washington
The leader of “The Base” reportedly owns 30 acres of land near Republic in Ferry County.
Northwest
Seattle shooting suspects have at least 75 previous arrests
Police will set up a mobile command center to deal with an uptick in gang violence at Fourth…
Northwest
Far from Mexico border, Seattle judge weighs wall funding
U.S. District Court Judge Barbara Rothstein hopes to rule within a few weeks on the challenge.
Northwest
Mayor, police pledge action after deadly Seattle shooting
It was the third violent incident this week in a part of the city long known for rampant…
Northwest
Seattle commuters fume at cost of Uber, Lyft after shooting
A block was taped off, and buses in the area were rerouted and far behind schedule during rush…
Northwest
Trump to remove protections of waters, including Puget Sound
Real estate developers stand to reap the biggest regulatory and financial relief from the new rule.
Northwest
1 dead, 7 injured in shooting on downtown Seattle sidewalk
The gunfire erupted outside a McDonald’s around 5 p.m. at the corner of Third Avenue and Pine Street.
Northwest
House passes bill to let State Patrol destroy crime guns
Several Republican lawmakers said the guns should be sold instead.
Northwest
Washington files multistate lawsuit to block 3D gun files
The lawsuit, joined by California, New York and 17 other states.
Northwest
Controversial state lawmaker spreads views across West
Republican Rep. Matt Shea is a co-founder of the Coalition of Western States.
Northwest
House Democrats may skip further actions against Rep. Shea
Documents supporting the conclusion that Shea could have engaged in domestic terrorism will be released.
Northwest
Firefighter burned in 2015 Twisp fire reaches $5M settlement
His claimed utility companies failed to keep branches away from a power line, which caused the fire.
Northwest
Legislature sees records requests spike since court ruling
House and Senate administrators in Washington are working through how to deal with the influx.
Local News
Snohomish County man is first U.S. case of new coronavirus
A man in his 30s was hospitalized in Everett after contracting the virus during a trip to China.
Local News
Lawmakers brace for political battle over bullets and AR-15s
Bills banning assault weapons and high capacity magazines will receive public hearings this week.
Northwest
Seattle Rep. Jayapal backs Bernie Sanders for president
The rising star in the Democrats’ liberal wing chose him over Sen. Elizabeth Warren.
Northwest
Ferry ridership drops due to snow, construction and options
Washington State Ferries saw a 3.2% decrease in 2019. A big factor was a February snowstorm.
Northwest
State challenges extensive spending by bankrupt Tim Eyman
He’s been spending an average of nearly $24,000 a month over the past year.