'Seattle News Weekly': Superbowl LX, proposed legislation in WA

On this episode of Seattle News Weekly, FOX 13's David Rose and Hana Kim discuss this weeks top stories— Super Bowl LX, proposed anti-ICE legislation and the proposal of a 32-hour work week.

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.

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.

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.

Ferguson, Brown to address how WA is preparing for any possible ICE activity

Gov. Bob Ferguson and Attorney General Nick Brown spoke at the state Capitol on Monday to address a federal memo authorizing ICE agents to enter homes without judicial warrants.

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.

Proposed WA law seeks to block homeless sweeps unless requirements met

Democratic lawmakers are pushing for statewide standards regulating all local jurisdictions on when they can do homeless encampment sweeps or remove anyone living in public spaces.

People demand change to WA state law they say endangers children

People are fed up with a Washington state law that they say leaves children in dangerous and even deadly situations.

WA Gov. Ferguson calls for millionaires’ tax in State of the State address

Gov. Bob Ferguson used his State of the State address to call for a new tax on Washington’s wealthiest earners, propose housing investments and sharply condemned federal immigration enforcement.

Washington lawmakers open 2026 session with budget gap, millionaire tax in focus
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Washington’s 2026 legislative session begins Monday as Gov. Bob Ferguson and state lawmakers from both parties prepare for a 60-day session dominated by budget challenges.

WA Gov. Ferguson eyes millionaire tax in 2026 Legislative Session

Gov. Ferguson, along with top state lawmakers from both sides of the aisle, discussed their priorities for the 2026 Legislative Session that begins on Monday.

Debate over taxes and spending will dominate 2026’s legislative session
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The 2026 legislative session starts on Monday in Olympia where taxes, spending and cuts will be a big source of debate to balance a two-year budget.

Gov. Ferguson orders flags lowered for WA trooper killed on duty

Governor Bob Ferguson has issued a directive requiring all state agencies to lower state and American flags in honor of the WSP trooper killed in the line of duty last week.

Gov. Ferguson announces WA housing investment propsal
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As Gov. Bob Ferguson drafts his 2026 budget, he is proposing a major new investment aimed at addressing Washington’s ongoing affordable housing crisis.

WA leaders spar over state's multi-billion-dollar budget deficit

Washington state faces a multi-billion-dollar budget shortfall, and Gov. Bob Ferguson says the path to closing the gap will require tough and immediate decisions.

Push for new statewide payroll tax
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There's anew push in Olympia to tax Washington state's biggest businesses through a statewide payroll tax

Man sentenced to over 14 years for deadly Olympia homeless camp fire
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Kevin Hinzpeter was sentenced to more than 14 years in prison for setting a man on fire at an Olympia homeless camp in 2023. Prosecutors say Hinzpeter and another suspect, Christopher Snyder, attacked the victim with homemade napalm; Snyder’s sentencing is scheduled for next week.