Proposed bill would pay Washington incarcerated workers minimum wage
A Washington state lawmaker who has spent time in prison wants the state to pay incarcerated workers minimum wage for doing their jobs.
Bill would create Washington cannabis commission
A new bill under consideration this week in the State Legislature would create a cannabis commission in Washington State.
Debate heats up over research data used to craft current WA police pursuit law
The debate surrounding the possible change of Washington's police pursuit law and the data lawmakers are using to make those decisions remains contentious in Olympia.
Bill under consideration would increase tax on high-potency cannabis in Washington
A new state House bill under consideration in Olympia would significantly increase the tax on marijuana products, depending on the concentrations of THC.
Olympia man found guilty of double murder of his elderly parents
A 30-year-old has been convicted for killing both his elderly parents in Thurston County in 2021.
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee tests positive for COVID-19 for second time
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee has tested positive for COVID-19 and is experiencing "very mild symptoms including a mild cough."
State leaders hope bipartisan effort saves lives, increases traffic safety in Washington
When it comes to traffic fatalities, Washington leads the nation in year-over-year increases.
Washington lawmakers hear testimony on 7 abortion bills
Abortion rights proposals have been front and center in Olympia, Washington, this week as state lawmakers heard hours of public testimony on seven proposals that would reinforce abortion access.
One Washington lawmaker has the key to block discussions on police pursuits, and she is wielding that power
The issue of police pursuits in Washington State have been front and center ever since the law changed in 2021 under House Bill 1054.
Police pursuit bill has Washington Democrats at odds
The thrust of the effort to block bills amending Washington's police pursuit laws hinge on a study from a retired University of Washington professor. Now, some other Democrats in the Legislature want that data thrown out.
Couple killed with 3 children in Olympia fire identified
A woman and man who died along with three of their children when their house caught fire early Saturday southwest of Olympia, Washington, have been identified by a family member.
Gov. Inslee endorses bill to lower blood alcohol level in Washington
The number of deadly traffic crashes in Washington soared to a level not seen since 1990, and local leaders are hoping a new bill to lower the BAC limit will remedy the problem.
Suspect who stole $30,000 worth of sunglasses, merchandise arrested in Olympia
Police arrested a suspect who has allegedly stolen more than $30,000 worth of sunglasses from multiple retailers across the city.
'Oakley Carlson Act' filed in the Washington Legislature
Proposed legislation inspired by missing six-year-old Oakley Carlson has been filed in the 68th legislative session.
New Thurston County Sheriff plans to tackle domestic violence with new team
The new Thurston County Sheriff is planning to make some bold moves to tackle domestic violence in the county.
Olympia Police: Rape suspect extradited from New York to Thurston County after investigation
A rape suspect is being extradited from New York back to Thurston County to stand trial, following a months-long investigation by Olympia Police.
Proposed bill to protect WA reproductive health care providers from other states' penalties
A proposed bill aims to protect Washington reproductive health care providers from penalties imposed by other states.
Bill aims to help Washington improve climate change preparedness, response
A proposed bill aims to update Washington’s infrastructure and community planning as the effects of climate change become more apparent.
Gov. Inslee seeks lawmaker action on housing, guns
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee in a speech to a joint session of the Legislature Tuesday urged lawmakers to act on his legislative agenda, calling for big spending to build housing as well as additional gun laws and a funding boost for education.