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Ban on police face coverings pitched ahead of WA’s 2026 legislative session
The Trump administration is challenging a similar law passed in California, amid worries over masked immigration agents.
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Police are failing to solve most violent crimes in WA
Over 49,000 incidents remain unsolved since 2022, including murders, rapes and robberies.
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Washington lawmakers want to regulate license plate readers
Washington state lawmakers next year hope to rein in law enforcement’s use of automated license plate readers amid…
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WA Dems’ latest run at taxing the state’s largest companies
Rep. Shaun Scott’s proposal mirrors an approach Senate Democrats drew up then discarded last session.
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Gov. Bob Ferguson makes his pick for WA Supreme Court seat
Colleen Melody, who leads the civil rights division at the state attorney general’s office, will succeed Justice Mary…
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For sale: Two retired state ferries. Dreamers need not apply
The vessels are lingering on the market as Washington State Ferries scrutinizes potential buyers. Past purchases haven’t always…
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It’s an ace. Pickleball gets its own Washington license plate
The design celebrates the state’s official sport. Other new plate designs are on the way.
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WA’s new ban on medical debt in credit reports at risk of federal override
The Trump administration wants to reverse Biden-era guidance on the issue.
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End of shutdown ignites sparring among congressional lawmakers
Meanwhile, U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez was among six Democrats who sided with Republicans in voting the legislation…
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Need for speed: Plan to unclog WA public records system gets mixed reviews
Washington’s attorney general is seeking to reduce public record backlogs as concerns grow over transparency and agencies strain…
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Dave Upthegrove on land sales, federal funding cuts and wildfire immigration raids
Washington state’s new public lands commissioner came into office with his own ambitious agenda. It’s playing out against…
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Washington makes pitch to feds for $1B in rural health funding
The money was included in Republicans’ “big, beautiful bill.” The state’s goals include strengthening the rural health workforce…
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Expected slide in WA unemployment trust fund balance could trigger new tax
Washington businesses would need to shoulder roughly $700 million in additional taxes in a few years unless the…
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State Democrats mull imposing income tax on higher earners
The idea is brewing ahead of the 2026 legislative session. It would target those making above $1 million.…
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Climate dollars eyed to backfill WA wildfire funding
Washington’s lands commissioner, Dave Upthegrove, is on a mission to secure $60 million of additional wildfire funding in…
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New map tracks measles exposures across Washington
Afraid you may have been exposed to measles? Washington’s Department of Health is launching an online tracker showing…
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WA governor moves to improve state consultation with tribes
A new directive expands tribal relations training for state workers among other actions. Tribal leaders voiced support.
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State halts rebates to farmers hit with fuel fees under WA climate law
Instead, a new online directory shows retailers who provide the farm fuel exemption by not imposing surcharges.
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‘Early stages of critical failure’: Outlook grim for road upkeep
Billions more dollars are needed for preserving highways and bridges, WSDOT says. The agency’s leader didn’t request more…
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Washington AG pushing new law to protect workers from immigration raids
The proposal would require businesses to tell employees if ICE is coming to inspect company records in search…