Proposal could lower blood alcohol limit for driving in Washington
VANCOUVER, Wash. - A new legislative proposal could lower the blood alcohol limit for driving a vehicle in Washington state from .08% to 0.05%....
Veterinarian shortages making it harder to keep up with pet medical needs
PASCO, Wash. - On New Year's Eve, a veterinary clinic closed its doors because it didn't have enough veterinarians to keep up with pets'...
Union: History is doomed to repeat itself if Kroger-Albertsons merger happens
The union for thousands of Western Washington grocery store workers said history is doomed to repeat itself if Kroger, which operates Fred Meyer and...
Washington State’s Cell Phone Laws
Washington State has recently implemented a new law aimed at reducing distracted driving by prohibiting the use of personal electronic devices while driving. This...
Property-tax push is more proof Democrats can’t ‘read the room’
Many Washington families statewide continue to struggle with the high prices of fuel, food, utilities, housing and more. No one reading the “room”...
Fire marshal issues reminder on smoking fire alarms
The Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) would like to remind homeowners of the importance of working smoke alarms. In a Thursday...
Senate committee again proposing to decrease enforcement of jaywalking rules
The Senate Transportation Committee held a hearing this week on a proposal to reduce enforcement of jaywalking in the state. The proposal...
Child Welfare: WA Bill Proposes Extended State Oversight for Parents in Substance Abuse Recovery
In a bid to fortify child protection measures, Washington lawmakers are deliberating on House Bill 1891, aiming to prolong state supervision when a child...
Initiative to roll back Washington long-term care tax qualifies for ballot
An initiative that would look to make Washington’s long-term care tax optional for everyone across the state will go in front...
WA could require public schools teach LGBTQ+ history under proposed bill
Public schools in Washington may soon be required to teach students about the contributions and history of LGBTQ+ people under a bill approved...
