Capital gains tax repeal could cost WA public schools billions
Depending on your perspective, Washington's capital gains tax is either a tax on the state's wealthiest citizens to provide needed money for public schools,...
Boeing offers 35% pay hike over four years to end machinists’ strike
By David Shepardson (Reuters) -Striking machinists at Boeing will vote Wednesday on a new contract proposal that includes a 35% pay hike...
Monitoring Increased as Seismic Activity Rises
The seismic history of the Washington area, particularly around the Cascadia Subduction Zone, provides crucial context for understanding the region's earthquake risk. In the...
WA program to clear roadside encampments needs more money to keep going
Over about two years, the effort has helped to relocate people living at 47 sites along state highways. But costs are adding up and...
Vote No on initiatives that seek to undo Washington’s progress Editorial
Washington Republicans have little power in the Democrat-controlled Legislature, so they've turned to ballot initiatives to advance their agenda. They hope that voters will...
70% of Washington public school students now have access to free meals
The Legislature has gradually increased Washington’s free school meal program over the past four years. (Getty Images) This story originally published...
New seismometers delayed at Glacier Peak, WA
Deadly lahars and flooding could wipe out the "bread basket of Western Washington." So, why are were plans to install new monitors delayed at...
Residents of Washington – ‘Least Likely To Curse’
If you've ever been on a call with a customer service rep and are unhappy - know that "your call may be recorded for...
Department of Justice prepares to keep elections free and fair in eastern WA
SPOKANE, Wash. - With the election just around the corner on November 5, election security is a high priority for the US Department of...
How to track your ballot in Washington state
WASHINGTON, USA - The 2024 general election is Nov. 5. Ballots for Washington voters were mailed by Oct. 18. Voters have until Nov. 8...
