Lawmakers propose an 11% tax on the ‘privilege’ of buying ammunition
(The Center Square) – Washington Democrats' latest step toward quelling gun violence in the state isn't limiting access to firearms but making them...
A Republican joins the race to be Washington’s next schools chief
Chad Magendanz during the 2014 legislative session. (Chad Magendanz for SPI) Chad Magendanz, a Republican and former state representative who teaches computer...
Mandatory voting proposed by Democrats
A proposal to make voting mandatory drew criticisms from 2,000 people in a Washington state Legislative hearing Jan. 25. “We are already...
Diaper changing stations for dads proposed
Diaper changing stations traditionally were placed only in women’s bathrooms, and Alexandra Johnson, a mother of two from Snoqualmie, thinks that should change....
Must-Try: The Top 3 Pacific Northwest’s Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives
The Best 'Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives' Restaurant In WA, OR & ID. Guy Fieri and Diners, Drive-Ins, & Dives have been to several great...
Lawmakers push to ban cell phones in Washington classrooms
OLYMPIA, Wash. - Lawmakers in Olympia are considering a bill to ban cell phones in classrooms. House Bill 2018, sponsored by Rep. Stephanie McClintock,...
Governor Jay Inslee’s brother, Frank, Jr., unexpectedly passes away
OLYMPIA-Washington State Governor Jay Inslee unexpectedly lost his brother, Frank Inslee, Jr., the night of Tuesday, January 23. "We lost a great father, grandfather,...
Proposed WA Bill Elevates Attacks on Referees and School Staff to Felony, Seeks Tougher...
A new bill is being considered in Olympia that aims to protect referees and prevent violence or intimidation against school officials, volunteers, or students...
WA’s New Bill Aims to Add the Cost of State’s Climate Commitment Act in...
Puget Sound Energy (PSE) customers might soon see the costs of the state's climate laws clearly spelled out on their utility bills.While customers currently...
Democrats want independent prosecutor to handle cases where police use deadly force
Rep. Monica Stonier, seen here at the state Capitol in 2017, is the prime sponsor of the bill to create an Office of...
