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WA state worker union OKs new contract with no pay hike

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard September 28, 2026 In a closely watched decision, Washington’s largest union of state government workers has ratified a new two-year contract that provides no pay raises but avoids takeaways on health care and other benefits. Members of the Washington Federation of State Employees approved the agreement Friday, closing the book on a frustrating monthslong negotiation with representatives of Gov. Bob Ferguson who cited a looming budget...

Bellevue Police Announce Rules for Community Gun Exchange Event

Bellevue, WA — September 26, 2026 — The Bellevue Police Department is reminding community members of the rules and safety guidelines ahead of a scheduled community...

Kent Police Investigate Fatal Collision on Military Road

Kent, WA — September 25, 2026 — The Kent Police Department Traffic Unit is investigating a fatal vehicle collision that occurred Friday morning on Military Road,...

With tax receipts flat, budget hurdles remain for WA leaders

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard September 25, 2026 The latest forecast of state tax collections released Friday did nothing to brighten Washington’s budget outlook. But it does predict...

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WA state worker union OKs new contract with no pay hike

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard September 28, 2026 In a closely watched decision, Washington’s largest union of state government workers has ratified a new two-year...

Bellevue Police Announce Rules for Community Gun Exchange Event

Bellevue, WA — September 26, 2026 — The Bellevue Police Department is reminding community members of the rules and safety guidelines ahead of a...

Kent Police Investigate Fatal Collision on Military Road

Kent, WA — September 25, 2026 — The Kent Police Department Traffic Unit is investigating a fatal vehicle collision that occurred Friday morning on...

With tax receipts flat, budget hurdles remain for WA leaders

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard September 25, 2026 The latest forecast of state tax collections released Friday did nothing to brighten Washington’s budget outlook. But it...

To train and retain Washington’s future doctors, look to local med school, clinic partnerships

by Kristen Wyrick, Washington State Standard September 25, 2026 How can we make sure that Washington has a strong pipeline of future doctors to care for...

Better than before: WA reopens historic Capitol campus building

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard September 24, 2026 More than two years of construction and $131 million later, a historic building on the Washington state...

WA voters of color more likely to have ballots challenged, per report

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard September 24, 2026 Younger voters and voters of color in Washington state see their ballots challenged for signature issues more...

Uptake slow for mid-size electric truck vouchers in WA’s new incentive program

by Aspen Ford, Washington State Standard September 23, 2026 A line of work trucks sat running in the parking lot of Kent’s Pacific Raceways Monday, but...

Trump administration’s WA voter roll lawsuit dismissed

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard September 22, 2026 SEATTLE — A federal judge in Seattle on Tuesday tossed the Trump administration’s lawsuit against Washington seeking...

WA voters of color more likely to have ballots challenged, per report

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard September 24, 2026 Younger voters and voters of color in Washington state see their ballots challenged for signature issues more...

Washington nears final step in joining California-Quebec carbon market

by Aspen Ford, Washington State Standard September 23, 2026 Taking the stage at Climate Week in New York City Wednesday morning, California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced...

Kent Police Department Opens Registration for Fall 2026 Community Police Academy

KENT, Wash. — The Kent Police Department is inviting residents to register for its Fall 2026 Community Police Academy, an interactive program designed to...

Washington State Marks Day of Civic Engagement on September 17

RENTON, Wash. — Communities across Washington were encouraged to participate in civic life on September 17 as the state observed Washington’s Day of Civic...

WA high court tosses natural gas measure approved by voters

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard September 17, 2026 The state Supreme Court on Thursday delivered the final blow to a controversial 2024 ballot measure pushed...

WA state worker union OKs new contract with no pay hike

Bellevue Police Announce Rules for Community Gun Exchange Event

Kent Police Investigate Fatal Collision on Military Road

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WA state worker union OKs new contract with no pay hike

Bellevue Police Announce Rules for Community Gun Exchange Event

Kent Police Investigate Fatal Collision on Military Road

With tax receipts flat, budget hurdles remain for WA leaders

WA state worker union OKs new contract with no pay hike

Bellevue Police Announce Rules for Community Gun Exchange Event

Kent Police Investigate Fatal Collision on Military Road

With tax receipts flat, budget hurdles remain for WA leaders

To train and retain Washington’s future doctors, look to local med school, clinic partnerships

Better than before: WA reopens historic Capitol campus building

WA voters of color more likely to have ballots challenged, per report

Uptake slow for mid-size electric truck vouchers in WA’s new incentive program

Trump administration’s WA voter roll lawsuit dismissed

WA voters of color more likely to have ballots challenged, per report

Washington nears final step in joining California-Quebec carbon market

Kent Police Department Opens Registration for Fall 2026 Community Police Academy

Washington State Marks Day of Civic Engagement on September 17

WA high court tosses natural gas measure approved by voters

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