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Voters to decide if WA Cares tax dollars can be invested in stock market

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard October 31, 2025 The first item on every Washington voter’s ballot is a proposal to add a few lines to...

As open enrollment begins in WA, future of health insurance tax credits remains murky

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard October 31, 2025 Starting Saturday, Washingtonians who need to buy health insurance through the state’s online marketplace can enroll in...

Why Idaho is more religious than Washington: Migration and politics drive faith divide

by Emma Maple, Washington State Standard October 31, 2025 This article was first published by FāVS News. The verdict is in: Idaho ranks 14th and Washington ranks...

Teen Arrested After Ghost Gun Found Hidden in Renton Home Bathroom

Renton, WA – October 31, 2025A 15-year-old boy is in custody at the King County Youth Detention Center after being arrested by Valley SWAT...

Seattle Business Family Files $30 Million Lawsuit Against City Over Property Damage Claims

Seattle, WA – October 28, 2025:A Seattle business family has filed a $30 million lawsuit against the City of Seattle, claiming the city’s actions...

City of Bellevue Invites Residents to Discuss Affordable Housing Strategy Update

Bellevue, WA — October 28, 2025:The City of Bellevue is inviting residents to participate in an upcoming Affordable Housing Strategy Information Session to discuss...

Man Arrested in Connection With $2 Million West Seattle Jewelry Heist

SEATTLE, Wash. – October 28, 2025 — A 29-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a brazen $2 million smash-and-grab jewelry store robbery...

Kent Police Investigating Fatal Shooting at Apartment Complex

KENT, Wash. – October 27, 2025 — Detectives with the Kent Police Department are investigating a homicide following a shooting that occurred Sunday evening...

Suspect Arrested for DUI After Head-On Collision in Tukwila

TUKWILA, Wash. — A driver was arrested for driving under the influence after a head-on collision on the 14400 block of Interurban Avenue South...

Violent Crime Plummets 36% in Downtown Seattle — Lowest Since 2017

Seattle, WA (Oct. 2025) — Downtown Seattle has seen a remarkable drop in violent crime, with rates falling 36% compared to last year, reaching...

Conservative group sues to overturn rewrite of WA parental rights law

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard October 24, 2025 School board directors and parents sued Washington state Thursday to block a Democrat-backed law overhauling rights for...

Renton Police Chief Addresses Flock Camera Data Concerns Following UW Report

Renton, WA — October 24, 2025:Renton Police Chief Jon Schuldt has issued a public statement following a University of Washington report that revealed some...

WA governor moves to improve state consultation with tribes

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard October 23, 2025 Gov. Bob Ferguson signed an executive order Wednesday to strengthen how the state consults and works with...

Proposal for 1,300-acre solar farm goes again to Washington governor for approval

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard October 21, 2025 The fate of a proposed 1,300-acre solar farm in south-central Washington is back in the hands of...

Renton Transit Center to See Changes in 2028 as Metro Proposes Bus Route Updates

Washington 9th graders perform better with new program, but funding isn’t guaranteed

Feds allege over 400 noncitizens vote in WA; Hobbs disputes data

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