The government is shut down again. Here's why this one is different
The federal government partially shut down again at midnight because Congress didn’t pass a budget on time.
The federal government partially shut down again at midnight because Congress didn’t pass a budget on time.
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.
Senate passes bill to fund government through September: What we know
Even though the bill passed in the Senate, it still needs approval from the House, which won't be back in session until Monday. This could mean the government will be partially shutdown temporarily through the weekend until the House can vote on the legislation.
Even though the bill passed in the Senate, it still needs approval from the House, which won't be back in session until Monday. This could mean the government will be partially shutdown temporarily through the weekend until the House can vote on the legislation.
ICE Out march held in Minneapolis, Bruce Springsteen plays Defend Minnesota concert
A second "National Day of Action" happened in Minneapolis on Friday to demand "ICE Out" of Minnesota, only hours after Bruce Springsteen made a surprise appearance at a protest concert at First Avenue.
A second "National Day of Action" happened in Minneapolis on Friday to demand "ICE Out" of Minnesota, only hours after Bruce Springsteen made a surprise appearance at a protest concert at First Avenue.
Trump nominates Kevin Warsh as new chairman of Federal Reserve
Kevin Warsh served on the Federal Reserve's board for several years and is expected to replace current Fed chair Jerome Powell when his term ends in May.
Kevin Warsh served on the Federal Reserve's board for several years and is expected to replace current Fed chair Jerome Powell when his term ends in May.
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.
Senate strikes deal to avoid partial government shutdown
Democrats and White House have struck a deal to avert a partial government shutdown and temporarily fund the Department of Homeland Security as they negotiate new restrictions for President Donald Trump’s surge of immigration enforcement.
Democrats and White House have struck a deal to avert a partial government shutdown and temporarily fund the Department of Homeland Security as they negotiate new restrictions for President Donald Trump’s surge of immigration enforcement.
Government shutdown looms as Senate blocks major spending package
The government will partially shut down again if a spending bill isn’t passed by 11:59 p.m. Friday.
The government will partially shut down again if a spending bill isn’t passed by 11:59 p.m. Friday.
Amy Klobuchar is running for Minnesota governor
U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar has made it official, and is running for governor of Minnesota after Gov. Tim Walz dropped out of the race earlier this month.
U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar has made it official, and is running for governor of Minnesota after Gov. Tim Walz dropped out of the race earlier this month.
Trump admin, Minnesota officials meet after ICE shootings
The Trump administration and Minnesota officials say they are trying to find some common ground on immigration enforcement in the state, but anti-ICE protesters are still demanding the feds get out of the Twin Cities after two deadly shootings involving federal agents in Minneapolis this month.
The Trump administration and Minnesota officials say they are trying to find some common ground on immigration enforcement in the state, but anti-ICE protesters are still demanding the feds get out of the Twin Cities after two deadly shootings involving federal agents in Minneapolis this month.
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.
Trump wants ‘honest investigation’ into Alex Pretti’s death
Following the death of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, President Donald Trump has said that he wants to see a “very honorable and honest investigation" into the incident.
Following the death of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, President Donald Trump has said that he wants to see a “very honorable and honest investigation" into the incident.
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.
ICE agent barred from entering Ecuadorian consulate in Minneapolis: Report
The Consulate of Ecuador reportedly barred an ICE agent from entering its premises on Tuesday, saying the effort was made to “guarantee the protection of the Ecuadorians who were present at the consular office at that time.
The Consulate of Ecuador reportedly barred an ICE agent from entering its premises on Tuesday, saying the effort was made to “guarantee the protection of the Ecuadorians who were present at the consular office at that time.
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.
Rep. Ilhan Omar sprayed by syringe, man tackled during townhall event on ICE operations
Rep. Ilhan Omar was sprayed with a syringe full of liquid after being approached at the podium during a townhall meeting in north Minneapolis.
Rep. Ilhan Omar was sprayed with a syringe full of liquid after being approached at the podium during a townhall meeting in north Minneapolis.
Democrats threaten DHS cuts in latest funding package
Another government shutdown is back on the table after a second deadly shooting involving a federal agent in Minneapolis.
Another government shutdown is back on the table after a second deadly shooting involving a federal agent in Minneapolis.
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.