Iconic Olympia Beer stops production after more than 120 years
Olympia Beer, a mainstay of bartaps and college parties for decades, is pausing production.
Washington state considers open carry ban at demonstrations
The open carry of guns and other weapons would be banned on the Capitol campus and at or near any public demonstration across Washington under a measure that received a remote public hearing Tuesday, with proponents calling it a common-sense measure amid heightened political divisions and opponents arguing it would infringe on constitutional gun rights.
Lawsuit seeks reopening of Washington state Capitol grounds
The 40-year-old Bremerton resident and U.S. Navy veteran said he filed the lawsuit in Thurston County Superior Court “because keeping the public out of the legislative building while the Legislature is in session is unconstitutional.”
Lawsuit seeks reopening of Washington state Capitol grounds
A Washington man filed a lawsuit demanding the restoration of public access to the state Capitol and surrounding grounds.
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee receives COVID-19 vaccine
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee and his wife, Trudi, received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine on Friday.
More people in second tier to receive COVID-19 vaccine as more clinics open in Washington state
With plans to fast-track vaccines underway we’re seeing more clinics opening up around the state.
National Guard withdraws from Capitol, other measures remain
Gov. Jay Inslee said Thursday while the Washington National Guard will begin to withdraw from the Capitol campus in Olympia, some added long-term security measures will remain in the wake of increased threats that led up to Inauguration Day.
Hurdles persist as Washington state plans for mass vaccination sites
On the anniversary of the first confirmed COVID-19 case in the United States, Washington state health officials said Thursday they are plowing ahead with plans to open four mass vaccination sites next week, despite logistical concerns that include questions about vaccine supply.
At least $1.5 million spent by Washington Patrol on security ahead of Inauguration
The Washington State Patrol has spent at least $1.5 million over the past two weeks in costs related to security at the state Capitol, and that number is expected to climb, officials said Wednesday.
Telephone of the Wind: A chance to say goodbye to lost loved ones
Telephone of the Wind in Priest Point Park in Olympia, Washington is helping give many a chance to say goodbye to lost loved ones. Q13 photojournalist Michael Driver reports.
Gov. Inslee extends Capitol security efforts through Inauguration
Gov. Jay Inslee on Tuesday night said the Washington National Guard would continue to support security efforts at the Capitol at least through Inauguration Day "due to evolving intelligence on security threats" posed in all 50 state Capitols.
Thurston County residents prepare for risk of flooding the next few days
Residents in Thurston County are on edge, monitoring possible flooding in the area. This after, Thurston County Emergency Services sent out an advisory that Tacoma Power increased the water flow of the LaGrande Dam, putting residents at risk along the Nisqually River.
Locals in Olympia have front row view of the ongoing conflict at the Capitol
Locals in Olympia who live and work near the Washington State Capitol have a front-row view of the ongoing unrest.
Assisted by National Guard, Washington State Patrol make arrests on first day of legislative session
State lawmakers returned to Olympia today to the largest security presence in history.
Washington state Legislature convenes under tight security; 2 arrested
Security fencing at the Washington state Capitol was defended by National Guard members Monday as the Legislature convened amid concerns that armed groups might try to occupy the building, which is closed to the public because of the pandemic. At least two people were arrested.
State beefs up security in Olympia for the start of the 2021 legislative session
A day before state lawmakers convene for the 2021 legislative session, Washington State Patrol (WSP) and the National Guard were called in for watch at the Washington State Capitol Building.
Washington Legislature set to meet amid pandemic, unrest
When Washington lawmakers finished their legislative session last spring, COVID-19 response dominated their work. Nearly a year later, the economic and social impacts of the virus once again will be center stage as the Legislature convenes for the first time in person in nearly a year.
Inslee authorizes Washington National Guard for added security during Monday's legislative session
Gov. Jay Inslee has authorized up to 750 members of the Washington National Guard to be stationed at the Capitol Campus in Olympia for added security measures for the start of the 2021 legislative session.
Security a concern for Olympia lawmakers after chaos
The chaos was not limited to Washington D.C. on Wednesday. After a mostly peaceful demonstration on Olympia’s Capitol Campus, dozens broke through a security gate surrounding Governor Jay Inslee’s home.
Pro-Trump demonstrators break through gate at Governor Inslee's mansion
Pro-Trump protesters broke through a gate at the Washington state governor’s mansion Wednesday afternoon and dozens of people gathered on the lawn.