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Rivian pledges $4.6M for ballot initiative to allow direct EV sales in WA

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard January 23, 2026 Washington state lawmakers have tried and failed to erase Tesla’s status as the only electric vehicle maker...

Lawmakers look to reverse financial aid cuts for students at WA’s private colleges

by Aspen Ford, Washington State Standard January 22, 2026 Starting this fall, the Washington College Grant, hailed as one of the most generous financial aid programs...

Ferguson may have broken WA ethics laws allowing ex-adviser to fly on state plane

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard January 9, 2026 Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson likely violated state laws by allowing his former top adviser, Mike Webb, to...

WA Democrats won’t hold hearings on parental rights, trans athlete initiatives

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard January 9, 2026 Democratic leaders in the Washington state Legislature said Friday they have no plans to hold hearings on...

Washington state pumps more tax dollars toward green jet fuel

by Tom Banse, Washington State Standard January 9, 2026 A who’s who from Washington state business and Democratic politics on Thursday extolled the virtues of alternative...

Everett Police Chief Robert Goetz Officially Sworn In

Everett, Washington — The Everett Police Department has a new chief following a formal swearing-in ceremony held during the Everett City Council meeting on...

Burien Deputy Arrests Woman After Fentanyl Discovered During Downtown Patrol

Burien, Washington — A routine patrol in downtown Burien led to a drug arrest after a deputy observed a woman actively using drugs early...

Top Ferguson aide who went on extended leave to return in new role

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard January 8, 2026 A top adviser to Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson is back at work with a new title and...

ICE searched WA driver’s license data into November, report finds

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard January 8, 2026 Despite vows to restrict immigration authorities’ access to Washington state Department of Licensing information, the data sharing...

Kent Police Arrest 2023 Assault I Suspect After Flock Safety Alert

KENT, Wash. — Kent Police officers have arrested a suspect connected to a 2023 assault investigation after receiving an alert from an automated license...

How WA’s $181M in rural health funding stacks up with other states

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard January 6, 2026 Washington is set to receive $181 million in federal funding this year to boost rural health care...

Fluoride fights bubble up around Washington

by John Stang, Washington State Standard January 6, 2026 Blanche Barajas and Gary Bode have very different ideas about fluoridation. She’s pro. He’s against. As city council...

$126M incentive program for zero-emission trucks nears launch in WA

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard January 5, 2026 Washington is close to opening a new incentive program for commercial fleet operators to transition trucks and...

Renton Opens Public Art Opportunities for Artists and Creatives

The City of Renton has announced open calls for artists and creatives, inviting individuals and community organizers to help shape public spaces and experiences...

Car Seats Are Mandatory: Kent Police Reminds Parents to Protect Young Passengers

WA judge rejects bid to ditch description of income tax initiative’s budget effects

2 votes separate WA Democrats in Bellingham-area state Senate race

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