The debate over Washington's millionaires tax
Gov. Bob Ferguson has said he would support a proposed Millionaires Tax, but now, he's rejecting at least an initial proposal from state senators.
Gov. Bob Ferguson has said he would support a proposed Millionaires Tax, but now, he's rejecting at least an initial proposal from state senators.
WA law making it harder to solve violent teen crimes
Some families of teens who have lost their lives to gun violence say a Washington law that went into effect in 2022 could be to blame for why it's hard for law enforcement to solve crimes involving young people.
Some families of teens who have lost their lives to gun violence say a Washington law that went into effect in 2022 could be to blame for why it's hard for law enforcement to solve crimes involving young people.
WA Supreme Court Justice Barbara Madsen to retire in April
After more than three decades, Justice Barbara Madsen announces when she will step away from the Washington Supreme Court.
After more than three decades, Justice Barbara Madsen announces when she will step away from the Washington Supreme Court.
New law could increase a pack of cigarettes to $17 in Seattle
A newly proposed law would increase cigarette taxes in Washington State by $2 per pack, meaning you could pay as much as $17 to smoke.
A newly proposed law would increase cigarette taxes in Washington State by $2 per pack, meaning you could pay as much as $17 to smoke.
WA statewide proposal scrutinizes deep sedation procedures at dental offices
A proposal in Olympia would elevate industry regulations and guidelines to state law when it comes to all deep sedation procedures in dental offices.
A proposal in Olympia would elevate industry regulations and guidelines to state law when it comes to all deep sedation procedures in dental offices.
WA proposal wants to allow sports betting on in-state college teams
Some lawmakers in Olympia want to expand sports wagering in Washington, allowing bets on in-state college teams that are currently prohibited under state law.
Some lawmakers in Olympia want to expand sports wagering in Washington, allowing bets on in-state college teams that are currently prohibited under state law.
Washington bill would block former ICE agents from law enforcement jobs
A bill moving through the Washington Legislature could prevent certain ICE officers from being hired by state and local law enforcement agencies.
A bill moving through the Washington Legislature could prevent certain ICE officers from being hired by state and local law enforcement agencies.
WA Senate passes bill banning law enforcement face coverings
A bill aimed at limiting the use of face coverings by law enforcement moved one step closer to becoming law after passing the Washington state Senate following a vote.
A bill aimed at limiting the use of face coverings by law enforcement moved one step closer to becoming law after passing the Washington state Senate following a vote.
WA Senate passes bill banning law enforcement face coverings
Washington state legislation targeted directly at all federal agents, including ICE, is not only gaining momentum in Olympia, it's one step closer to the governor's desk.
Washington state legislation targeted directly at all federal agents, including ICE, is not only gaining momentum in Olympia, it's one step closer to the governor's desk.
WA lawmaker proposes a 32-hour work week for private, public sector
A Washington state lawmaker is proposing to shorten the standard work week from 40 hours to 32 hours for many workers across the state, including those in the private sector.
A Washington state lawmaker is proposing to shorten the standard work week from 40 hours to 32 hours for many workers across the state, including those in the private sector.
WA bill creates system to notify lawmakers about threats
A bipartisan group of Washington lawmakers want to better protect election officials, aiming to establish a statewide emergency notification system when a threat is made against a lawmaker.
A bipartisan group of Washington lawmakers want to better protect election officials, aiming to establish a statewide emergency notification system when a threat is made against a lawmaker.
WA bill aims to regulate AI chatbots, youth interactions
One quarter through the Washington legislative session, and for some lawmakers, AI regulation is top of mind. One bill specifically deals with the relationships that many minors are forming with AI chatbots.
One quarter through the Washington legislative session, and for some lawmakers, AI regulation is top of mind. One bill specifically deals with the relationships that many minors are forming with AI chatbots.
WA lawmakers consider bill for stricter punishments on stalking
Washington state lawmakers are considering a bill that would take tougher stance of stalking. House Bill 2510 would require the Department of Corrections to supervise anyone who is convicted of stalking and sentenced to community custody.
Washington state lawmakers are considering a bill that would take tougher stance of stalking. House Bill 2510 would require the Department of Corrections to supervise anyone who is convicted of stalking and sentenced to community custody.
Washington bill could outlaw selling nitrous oxide, 'whippets'
Washington lawmakers are considering a bill to ban retailers from selling nitrous oxide for recreational use.
Washington lawmakers are considering a bill to ban retailers from selling nitrous oxide for recreational use.
Gov. Ferguson, AG Brown write warning to DHS Secretary Kristi Noem
Washington’s Governor and Attorney General have a clear message for federal agents after the deadly shootings involving ICE officers in Minnesota.
Washington’s Governor and Attorney General have a clear message for federal agents after the deadly shootings involving ICE officers in Minnesota.
WA bill to outlaw selling nitrous oxide
Lawmakers in Olympia want to ban retailers from selling recreational devices containing nitrous oxide, also known as whippets, citing its dangers.
Lawmakers in Olympia want to ban retailers from selling recreational devices containing nitrous oxide, also known as whippets, citing its dangers.
Rivian amps up competition with Tesla, pledging $4.6M to WA ballot initiative
Electric carmaker Rivian is pledging millions of dollars to a ballot initiative that could overhaul the EV sales market in Washington State amid an ongoing rivalry with Tesla.
Electric carmaker Rivian is pledging millions of dollars to a ballot initiative that could overhaul the EV sales market in Washington State amid an ongoing rivalry with Tesla.
'This looks like an execution': WA lawmakers react to MN killing by federal agents
Washington's elected leaders are reacting to the shooting of a Minneapolis ICU nurse by Border Patrol, saying it "looks like an execution" or that accountability is needed.
Washington's elected leaders are reacting to the shooting of a Minneapolis ICU nurse by Border Patrol, saying it "looks like an execution" or that accountability is needed.
First public hearing on WA's statewide proposal to tax high salaries
Supporters say the 5% tax on large employers would protect education and safety-net services, while opponents warn it could drive businesses away and raise consumer costs.
Supporters say the 5% tax on large employers would protect education and safety-net services, while opponents warn it could drive businesses away and raise consumer costs.
Hundreds rally at WA capitol building in support of immigrant rights
More than 500 people from all corners of Washington filled the steps at the state capitol building in solidarity with immigrant communities on Thursday.
More than 500 people from all corners of Washington filled the steps at the state capitol building in solidarity with immigrant communities on Thursday.