WA faces multi-billion dollar deficit after years of spending
So far, there is no consensus on what the exact amount is or a clear analysis of how the state got to where it's at.
Lawmakers propose pay-by-mile charge for Washington drivers
Supporters say the new revenue is crucial as transportation funding has faced shortfalls year after year, while opponents argue the method is too unpopular and untested.
What is Prop 1, Prop 2? A look at Seattle's special February election
Tuesday, Feb. 11, is the deadline for Washington's special election. People in Seattle are focusing on school funding. Here's what each proposition means
What is Prop 1A, Prop 1B? A look at Seattle's special February election
Seattle voters will need to decide whether to fund a social housing measure, and for how much. Here's what that means:
WA legislators hear bill to lengthen sentences for organized retail theft
House Bill 1276 aims to make a new sentencing enhancement for those convicted of stealing or possessing a high value of goods.
WA lawmakers consider longer sentences for retail theft
Some people convicted of organized retail theft could get a longer prison sentence under a proposal making its way through the Washington legislature.
WA state leaders react to executive order limiting transgender athletes
One Republican legislator believes it is time to push for restrictions at the state level.
WA lawmakers narrowly advance proposal for inmate resentencing
Citing concerns about victims rights and judicial discretion, one Democratic representative joined Republicans in an attempt to block the proposal.
WA lawmakers advance proposal for inmate resentencing
A proposal to let certain inmates in prison apply for resentencing narrowly cleared a hurdle in the Washington State House Thursday.
Washington Senate passes changes to parental rights in education
The amendments, which included removing parental notice of medical services or treatments for their children, were passed on a party-line vote.
WA bill aims to enhance judicial accountability, bail requirements
A new Washington bill aims to tighten bail requirements for suspects who flee from police, along with increasing accountability among judicial officers.
WA lawmakers consider bill to enhance judicial accountability, bail requirements
This legislative session's developments come in the wake of several high-profile cases
House Bill 1252 postponed
Testimony on a new bill to make it more difficult for suspects who run from police to get out of jail, and to increase traditional accountability, was postponed in Olympia on Monday.
Trump's tariffs could cost WA billions of dollars
As President Trump puts a temporary pause on tariffs, economists are beginning to calculate the potential fallout from the trade disruptions on a state-by-state basis.
Washington lawmakers consider expanding free food for students
Supporters believe the free food would boost student outcomes, though the state’s budget shortfall could shadow the proposal.