Hundreds rally for bills against rent gouging in Washington
Hundreds of people rallied on the steps of the Capitol Building on Tuesday, protesting against what they say are excessive rent increases and a lack of affordable housing.
Hundreds of people rallied on the steps of the Capitol Building on Tuesday, protesting against what they say are excessive rent increases and a lack of affordable housing.
Washington lawmakers hear child marriage testimony: 'Different strokes for different folks'
Washington state senators are considering a law that would eliminate child marriage in our state.
Washington state senators are considering a law that would eliminate child marriage in our state.
Speed cameras on Washington highways; Lawmakers hope to curb number of crashes
State lawmakers are looking to crack down on car crashes and deaths with a new law that would add speeding cameras to state highways.
State lawmakers are looking to crack down on car crashes and deaths with a new law that would add speeding cameras to state highways.
Lawmakers push to ban cell phones in Washington classrooms
Lawmakers in Olympia are considering a bill to ban cell phones in classrooms.
Lawmakers in Olympia are considering a bill to ban cell phones in classrooms.
Girlfriend of cab driver murdered in Southcenter speaks out: ‘He was honest. He was the man I loved’
A tearful plea from the girlfriend of a Tumwater cab driver who was murdered, and his body left at Southcenter Mall. His girlfriend, Nicole Sharkody, is speaking out hoping someone can help track down his killer.
A tearful plea from the girlfriend of a Tumwater cab driver who was murdered, and his body left at Southcenter Mall. His girlfriend, Nicole Sharkody, is speaking out hoping someone can help track down his killer.
Lawmakers introduce bill that would lower blood alcohol limit in Washington
A bill making its way through the Washington state legislature would lower our state’s blood alcohol limit from .08 to .05.
A bill making its way through the Washington state legislature would lower our state’s blood alcohol limit from .08 to .05.
Thurston County deputies rammed, hospitalized during DUI pursuit
A Thurston County deputy's patrol vehicle was rammed by a suspect who was being pursued for driving under the influence early Friday morning, sending two deputies to the hospital.
A Thurston County deputy's patrol vehicle was rammed by a suspect who was being pursued for driving under the influence early Friday morning, sending two deputies to the hospital.
Washington lawmakers discuss new bill that would increase consequences for graffiti, tagging
There is an obvious divide on what is considered art. When it comes to the influx of illegal graffiti and tagging on public and private properties, some state lawmakers said there is no debate.
There is an obvious divide on what is considered art. When it comes to the influx of illegal graffiti and tagging on public and private properties, some state lawmakers said there is no debate.
Controversial anti-homeless rocks spark outrage and legislative action in Washington
Large rocks strategically placed throughout the state, purportedly aimed at deterring homeless encampments, are catching the attention of Washingtonians.
Large rocks strategically placed throughout the state, purportedly aimed at deterring homeless encampments, are catching the attention of Washingtonians.
Bill that would toughen animal cruelty sentencing laws reaches House floor
A new bill has made it to the House floor that would toughen animal cruelty sentencing laws.
A new bill has made it to the House floor that would toughen animal cruelty sentencing laws.
WSP looking for witnesses to Lacey hit-and-run
Washington State Patrol is looking for anyone who may have witnessed a hit-and-run crash involving several cars in Lacey earlier this week.
Washington State Patrol is looking for anyone who may have witnessed a hit-and-run crash involving several cars in Lacey earlier this week.
Thurston Co. Sheriff proposes installing 20 high-tech traffic cameras to fight crime
The Thurston County Sheriff is considering the use of high-tech cameras to help fight crime on the streets.
The Thurston County Sheriff is considering the use of high-tech cameras to help fight crime on the streets.
High-tech cameras used to curb crime in consideration
The Thurston County Sheriff is considering the use of high-tech cameras to help fight crime on the streets.
The Thurston County Sheriff is considering the use of high-tech cameras to help fight crime on the streets.
Proposed bill aims to increase safety at pet kennels by requiring fire alarm, sprinklers and inspections
After two fires at dog daycare businesses in Seattle, one of which resulted in the death of at least one dog, lawmakers in Olympia are pushing for safety changes within the pet boarding industry.
After two fires at dog daycare businesses in Seattle, one of which resulted in the death of at least one dog, lawmakers in Olympia are pushing for safety changes within the pet boarding industry.
Injured eagle rescued near Tacoma shows signs of recovery
An injured eagle that was found entangled in electrical lines in Tacoma several weeks ago is anticipated to make a full recovery.
An injured eagle that was found entangled in electrical lines in Tacoma several weeks ago is anticipated to make a full recovery.
Trump to remain on ballots in Washington state, Thurston County judge rules
A Thurston County judge denied a petition Thursday to remove Donald Trump from the presidential primary ballot in Washington.
A Thurston County judge denied a petition Thursday to remove Donald Trump from the presidential primary ballot in Washington.
Trump to remain on ballots in Washington state, Thurston County judge rules
A judge in Thurston County declined to remove former President Donald J. Trump from Washington's presidential primary ballots.
A judge in Thurston County declined to remove former President Donald J. Trump from Washington's presidential primary ballots.
Wet roads & sidewalks could freeze overnight in some areas, causing slick commute
A rain and snow mix could cause major problems on our roadways in some areas, if it turns into ice overnight.
A rain and snow mix could cause major problems on our roadways in some areas, if it turns into ice overnight.
Rep. Liz Berry's main purpose is to pass gun laws during her fourth year in the legislature
In the last three years, the Democrat-controlled legislature has pushed through a slew of gun laws with Berry at the helm of some big changes. Since taking office in 2021, several of Berry’s bills are now law, including a ban on untraceable ghost guns.
In the last three years, the Democrat-controlled legislature has pushed through a slew of gun laws with Berry at the helm of some big changes. Since taking office in 2021, several of Berry’s bills are now law, including a ban on untraceable ghost guns.
People in Olympia run last-minute errands ahead of weekend's freezing temperatures
Record-breaking cold temperatures continue to spread across western Washington. The frigid lows are here to stay for the next several days.
Record-breaking cold temperatures continue to spread across western Washington. The frigid lows are here to stay for the next several days.