WA Gov. Bob Ferguson gets Jesse Jones

Known for his impactful journalism, Jones has a track record of driving change at local, state, and federal levels.

Legislators consider grant program to support police hiring

Supporters of the bill, including newly sworn-in Gov. Bob Ferguson, say the police funding grant is necessary. However, the state's massive budget deficit looms over the session.

Proposed bill to help hire law enforcement officers
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On Tuesday, Senators in Olympia will have a hearing on a proposed bill that aims to help hire more law enforcement officers.

Mount Rainier National Park adjusts wilderness permit fees

Mount Rainier National Park has revised its wilderness permit fee structure for the first time in 26 years.

WA Gov. Bob Ferguson gives speech after being sworn in
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Democrat Bob Ferguson became Washington's 24th governor when he was sworn in on Jan. 15 in Olympia. Watch his full speech here.

Outgoing WA Gov. Inslee reflects on legacy, unveils official portrait

Outgoing Governor Jay Inslee looked back on his 12 years in office and offered advice to lawmakers as they face a budget shortfall and new leadership in Washington, D.C

WA Governor-elect Bob Ferguson to be sworn in today
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Today, Governor-elect Bob Ferguson will be sworn in, taking over for Jay Inslee who spent 12 years in the position.

WA Gov. Inslee to give final State of the State address

After 12 years in office, Gov. Jay Inslee will deliver his final State of the State address on Tuesday.

WA state legislative session begins
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As the state legislature begins its session, both sides of the aisle are making plans to deal with a budget shortfall.

Missing person found dead in Thurston County, WA

After a SWAT situation unfolded Thursday night, one person was arrested and another found dead in Thurston County.

'Grappler' ends high-speed Thurston County chase
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A high-speed chase in Thurston County was stopped with the use of new technology called the "Grappler Police Bumper."

'Fish on': Thurston County deputies cast a line, catch fleeing suspect with grappler

A Thurston County man, accused of leading deputies on a high-speed chase, was caught on video and stopped in his tracks Wednesday night with the use of a new technology called the “Grappler Police Bumper".  

King Tides expected in south Puget Sound
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King Tides are expected in the south Puget Sound area this weekend, bringing especially high tides and unusually high water levels.

King tides expected in South Puget Sound on Jan. 4-6

Washingtonians are being warned about the next king tides, expected to hit South Puget Sound on January 4-6.

Democrats expand power in WA state legislature
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As lawmakers head back to Olympia for 2025, the projection is that Washington will be short billions of dollars to operate in the coming years. Some lawmakers say the government needs to be smarter about how they spend taxpayer dollars, while others say more taxes could be the answer.