Washington lawmakers debate raising property taxes to bring in more money
House and Senate Democrats have proposed raising property taxes, arguing more funding is needed for schools and public safety. Republicans say the idea will price people out of their homes.
Person of interest named in missing WA grandmother case
Thurston County deputies have named 47-year-old Jeffrey Zizz, a local handyman, as a person of interest in the case of a missing grandmother who hasn't been seen since April 1.
Washington small businesses and organizations push back on tax proposals
Small businesses across Washington are bracing themselves for a slate of proposed taxes aimed to plug the state's $13 billion budget shortfall.
WA lawmakers consider tax based on fuel efficiency to fund transportation
The “highway use fee” proposed in the House would result in an annual charge based on how fuel efficient a car is. Some argue it's necessary as gas tax revenue falls due to increasing car efficiency.
Gov. Ferguson opposed to wealth tax proposals from legislative Democrats
Speaking to reporters Tuesday, Washington Governor Bob Ferguson said proposals from his colleagues in the House and Senate have “far too much in taxes."
Concerns rise around proposed funding cuts for WA homeless services
As lawmakers continue to debate how to close the state’s multi-billion-dollar budget shortfall, questions are coming up about how services for the homeless could be affected.
Concerns rise around proposed funding cuts for homeless services
The state Department of Commerce, which provides homeless response funding to local governments, has not seen dramatic reductions in budget proposals but is not immune to the budget shortfall.
Local WA mayors oppose tax proposals (Full Press Conference)
Local mayors are voicing opposition to new tax proposals from Olympia in an effort to plug the state's multi-billion dollar budget deficit.
WA lawmakers consider gas tax increase to support transportation efforts
With a billion-dollar gap in transportation funding, proposals to increase the state’s gas tax have some bipartisan support. But not all Republicans are on board with the proposed fee increases.
WA lawmakers propose gas tax
Our state is facing a multi-billion dollar budget deficit, and there is a proposal to fix that but it could make a trip to the gas station even more painful.
Washington's budget battle: Are the state reserves at risk?
Washington's Senate Democrats' bold $77.7 billion budget plan set to shake up the next two years. With concerns from the State Treasurer about draining reserves, find out how these plans could impact the state's financial future.
Democrats aim to close multi-billion dollar budget gap
Senate Democratic budget leaders have unveiled a plan to generate $17 billion in new revenue over the next four years, aiming to address the state's budget gap by taxing wealthy individuals and large employers, while also proposing a reduction in the state's sales tax.
WA lawmakers consider raising carbon standards for fuel
Supporters say tougher standards are necessary for cleaner fuels and climate goals. Opponents believe the changes would add more to the cost of gas, which already has a lot of state costs tacked on.
Top aide for WA Gov. Ferguson resigns over workplace complaints, report
One of Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson's top aides has resigned over allegations that he created a hostile work environment for some women in the office.