WA budget kickback? Ex-Gov. Inslee advisor tied to $500K allocation
A Washington think-tank claims a former Gov. Inslee maritime advisor is enjoying kickbacks from the state's budget, directing some $500,000 in Climate Commitment Act funding to the firm he's tied to.
WA Gov. Bob Ferguson cancels parole for Timothy Pauley, man convicted of 1980 triple murder
Timothy Pauley was set to be released on parole Thursday, but Governor Bob Ferguson has since canceled the order.
The changing face of Washington: A 12-year review from Inslee to Ferguson
Although the faces and political dynamics have shifted, many of the state’s challenges remain unchanged.
Outgoing WA Gov. Inslee reflects on legacy, unveils official portrait
Outgoing Governor Jay Inslee looked back on his 12 years in office and offered advice to lawmakers as they face a budget shortfall and new leadership in Washington, D.C
WA Governor-elect Bob Ferguson to be sworn in today
Today, Governor-elect Bob Ferguson will be sworn in, taking over for Jay Inslee who spent 12 years in the position.
Outgoing Gov. Jay Inslee's portrait unveiled
As the third term of Governor Jay Inslee came to a close this week, his official gubernatorial portrait was unveiled in the capitol. But as photojournalist Tim Straszewski found out, it's more than a picture.
WA Gov. Inslee requests federal aid for bomb cyclone storm damage
Gov. Jay Inslee has requested a federal disaster declaration for counties hit by the bomb cyclone storms that caused widespread damage in Nov. 2024
WA Gov. Inslee to give final State of the State address
After 12 years in office, Gov. Jay Inslee will deliver his final State of the State address on Tuesday.
Outgoing WA governor suggests 'wealth tax' to avoid cuts to education and police
Outgoing Washington Gov. Jay Inslee is proposing a novel tax on wealth above $100 million in hopes of plugging a budget shortfall and averting cuts to education, mental health services and police.
Gov. Inslee seeks more time from FEMA to assess WA bomb cyclone damage
Gov. Inslee has requested a 30-day extension from FEMA to complete damage assessments from November's bomb cyclone event.
Why WA flags are lowered to half-staff on Saturday
Governor Jay Inslee has directed the flags to be flown at half-staff for Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. A 100-year-old veteran talks about the attack Saturday.
WA Gov. Inslee imposes state spending freeze
Gov. Inslee issued a directive on Tuesday, commanding state agencies put a hold on hiring certain positions. This includes positions not related to public safety or other non-discretionary activities.
WA Gov. Inslee imposes hiring, spending freeze amid budget deficit
Washington Governor Jay Inslee says he is implementing a hiring and spending freeze as the state faces a “significant operating budget deficit."