Mandatory driver’s education to expand under new Washington law
Signed into law this month, House Bill 1878 will eventually require all drivers under 21 to take driver’s ed, not just 16- and 17-year-olds.
Community rallies for WA father arrested at Tacoma ICE detention center
A family vacation to the Philippines had a shocking end upon their return home to Washington state. Maximo Londonio, a Thurston County father, was arrested at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport by federal immigration agents on May 16.
WA Gov. Ferguson signs Right to Repair bill into law
Governor Bob Ferguson has signed a wide-ranging Right to Repair bill into law. Lawmakers hope to improve access to quicker and cheaper repairs for an array of digital and mobility devices.
WA state budget signed into law
Gov. Ferguson signed a $77.9 billion budget, addressing a multi-billion dollar funding gap with new taxes and spending cuts.
Olympia, WA man dies at Grand Canyon after lengthy hike
Dennis Smith, a 74-year-old Olympia man, died while hiking the North Kaibab Trail in the Grand Canyon.
Gov. Ferguson signs bill raising driver's education age requirements
A new Washington law requires driver's ed training for young adults (16-21) before getting your driver's license.
WA Gov. Ferguson signs immigration protection law
New protections for immigrants at work go into effect in Washington state on July 1.
WA Gov. Ferguson to sign reckless speeding bill
House Bill 1596, known as the BEAM Act, will require the installation of intelligent speed assistance (ISA) devices in vehicles driven by individuals with suspended licenses due to reckless or excessive speeding, or when ordered by a court. T
Justice Department investigating new WA law requiring clergy to report child abuse
The Justice Department is investigating a new Washington state law requiring Catholic clergy to report child abuse, raising concerns about religious freedom and confidentiality.
Under a new WA law, littering fines to double this summer
It signed by the governor, the new penalties will take effect this summer. Here's what to know:
DOJ, Dept. of Ed investigating WA OSPI for transgender student protections
The federal government is investigating Washington's OSPI, alleging the state is violating federal laws for allowing transgender students to play sports and use the locker room in school.
2025 WA legislative session adjourns
After 105 days of meeting in Olympia, lawmakers have gone home after passing a $77.9 billion operating budget, caps on rent increases and other legislation on their last day. Attention now turns to Gov. Bob Ferguson and what he will do with their work.
WA lawmakers' final day of 2025 legislative session
Lawmakers in Olympia are racing to finalize the 2025 legislative session, focusing on a $77.9 billion budget and a bill to cap annual rent increases. With the House's approval, the budget now faces Senate debate, while the rent cap heads to the governor's desk.
WA lawmakers' final day of 2025 legislative session
Here's where Washington lawmakers are at in meeting their final day obligations for the legislative session.
Final $77.9 billion WA state budget released, vote set for Sunday
With just over 24 hours before the 2025 legislative session has to adjourn, lawmakers in Olympia have released their final budget proposal for the next two years.