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Let’s Go Washington prepares to gather signatures for income tax repeal effort

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard May 8, 2026 The conservative political committee Let’s Go Washington plans to soon begin gathering signatures as part of its...

Negotiations threaten Premera coverage for over 100K MultiCare patients in WA

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard May 8, 2026 Starting in June, Washingtonians on Premera Blue Cross insurance may no longer pay in-network rates at MultiCare...

Detectives Investigate Death at South Seattle Encampment

Seattle, WA — Seattle police detectives are investigating the death of a man found inside a tent encampment in South Seattle on Wednesday morning. Just...

Teen Arrested After Knife Attack at Seattle’s Hing Hay Park

Seattle, WA — Seattle police arrested an 18-year-old man on Tuesday afternoon after he allegedly attacked a woman and attempted to stab multiple people...

In wake of Supreme Court ruling, WA Democrats weigh congressional redistricting options

by Aspen Ford, Washington State Standard May 7, 2026 Washington state Democrats are wrestling with whether to join the redistricting battles unfolding across the country. There’s no...

Washington looking for solutions to looming water challenges

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard May 6, 2026 WOODINVILLE — For four straight years, at least parts of Washington have been in a drought, as...

Critics question WA’s progress reducing solitary confinement in state prisons

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard May 6, 2026 If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. For the youth...

Knife-Wielding Suspect Arrested After Burglary in Seattle’s Little Saigon

Seattle, Washington — A 32-year-old man armed with a knife was arrested Tuesday afternoon following a burglary incident in Seattle’s Little Saigon neighborhood. According to...

Missing Vulnerable Young Adult in Kent Sparks Community Concern

Kent, Washington — Authorities in Kent have issued an urgent alert regarding a missing vulnerable young adult, 21-year-old Amina Sahra Abidnoor, who was last...

Multiple Proclamations Issued Across Washington State Honoring Vaisakhi, Khalsa Day & Sikh Heritage Month

A proud and historic moment for the Sikh community as multiple proclamations and resolutions were issued across Washington State recognizing Vaisakhi, Khalsa Day, and...

Candidate filing begins, kicking off Washington election season

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard May 4, 2026 An unusual and potentially pivotal midterm election season gets formally underway in Washington on Monday when candidates...

The role of natural gas and Washington’s energy future

by Paul W. Taylor, Washington State Standard April 24, 2026 The Pacific Northwest faces a near-term electricity shortfall as demand rises faster than new resources can...

Top credit rating agency puts Washington on notice

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard April 24, 2026 Washington got a clear warning this week that its reliance on reserves and one-time maneuvers to balance...

WA Department of Natural Resources to close four campgrounds after lawmakers cut funding

by Aspen Ford, Washington State Standard April 23, 2026 The Department of Natural Resources announced Wednesday that four Washington state campgrounds will be closed for the...

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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