Voters need to weigh issues of taxes, service and representation before casting their ballots.
With the governor balking at one tax proposal, lawmakers look for balance among cuts and revenue.
Sound Transit’s board hired one of its own as chief. The stakes for success are high for all involved.
In her state of the city speech, Mayor Cassie Franklin makes the case for optimism amid dark clouds.
Legislation now in the Senate would make it easier and cheaper to fix smartphones and other devices.
State lawmakers are considering changes to improve the benefit’s access and long-term stability.
Legislation proposes a modest tax for some tech companies to help pay salaries of local journalists.
Requiring training and a permit to buy a firearm could reduce deaths, particularly suicides.
Only a referendum could hold off pay increases for state lawmakers and others facing a budget crisis.
Extending tax cuts, as promised by Republicans, would likely force damaging cuts to Medicaid.
One finalist is known; the King County executive. All finalists should make their pitch to the public.
Teachers, health care providers and others must report suspected abuse. Clergy should as well.
Recycling legislation can create a better market for material by increasing its use in packaging.
A bill in the state House would require camping ordinances to meet ‘objectively reasonable’ standards.
Feral Cat Project’s new Lynnwood clinic aids work to spay and neuter cats to control their numbers.
The gas tax is bringing in less revenue for transportation needs. A per-mile fee is the answer.
Legislation in Olympia would bar the use of flavors and menthol in vape products and cigarettes.
Legislation would allow EV makers to sell directly to customers, making lease or purchase easier.
President Trump may be serious about annexing Canada, but it’s a deal fraught with complexities for all.
With more in need of skilled nursing and assisted-living services, funding must keep up to retain staff.
