The new report underscores shortfalls in reading and math proficiency. Still, the state’s top school official says data show progress recovering from the pandemic.
The Office of Independent Investigations still plans to expand into more parts of the state this year.
The bodies of the three Wenatchee girls were found June 2 near the father’s abandoned pickup.
It’s been criticized, revised and survived a ballot box challenge. Now, the first-in-nation benefit is on track for a 2026 rollout.
The U.S. Supreme Court, meanwhile, hasn’t ruled whether a decision from one judge can block a president’s executive order from taking effect nationwide.
Washington state auditors have started investigating whether local police departments are properly reporting officer misconduct. As part of police accountability measures passed in 2021, the… Continue reading
The Union Gospel Mission of Yakima argues it can’t be forced to hire workers that don’t align with its biblical values. The case may end up before the U.S. Supreme Court.
Tens of thousands of low-income Washingtonians could lose federal food assistance if Republicans move ahead with plans in a bill the U.S. House passed last… Continue reading
Nick Brown described a “crisis” surrounding the president’s use of executive power and said he expects to file more lawsuits against the administration, in addition to 20 brought so far.
They argue it is unconstitutional to force Catholic priests to divulge information learned in confession.
The state’s latest round of specialty plates also includes two throwback options.
But with crashes still leaving more than 700 people dead, officials say they have more work to do.
State lawmakers delivered 423 bills to Gov. Bob Ferguson this year and he signed them all. Except one. Its sponsor hopes the Washington Legislature will… Continue reading
Local ports are facing instability as shippers grapple with shifting trade policy.
The governor used his veto pen sparingly, to the delight of Democrats and the disappointment of Republicans.
Labor advocates scored a win on Monday after Gov. Bob Ferguson signed a new law to extend unemployment benefits to striking workers in Washington. The… Continue reading
The requirement will go beyond the state’s existing background checks.
Gov. Bob Ferguson is getting lots of requests to reject new taxes ahead of a Tuesday deadline for him to act on bills.
A new law triggered by a lawsuit will ensure public school students in Washington are offered special education instruction until they are 22 years old.… Continue reading
Noticed apartment buildings cropping up next to bus and light rail stations? More could be on the way. Gov. Bob Ferguson on Tuesday signed House… Continue reading
