Guns, sex-ed, and death penalty all on the line in Olympia
There are just about three weeks left in the regular 2020 legislative session and lawmakers have a lot to wrap up before March 12.5 years ago
WA Democrats revive proposed ban on high capacity magazines
After Republicans quashed a proposed ban on high-capacity magazines, state Democrats are back with a new version, this time including a buyback program.5 years ago
Gun magazine ban, felon voting rights die at session cutoff
A key deadline has come and gone in Olympia, as most bills had to get a vote Wednesday before the session cutoff at 5 p.m. to stay alive.5 years ago
Horrific details surface in lawsuit over death of Susan Powell’s sons
Opening arguments got underway in a lawsuit against DSHS, filed by the parents of Susan Powell over the murder of their grandsons.5 years ago
WA Democrats hope to reduce criminal penalties for intentionally spreading HIV
It鈥檚 been a law on the books for decades 鈥� anyone busted for intentionally infecting someone with HIV faces felony first degree assault.5 years ago
Gun safety advocates, Mayor Durkan push Olympia on high capacity magazines
On the second anniversary of the tragic Parkland shooting, gun safety advocates were in Olympia Friday lobbying lawmakers to pass several bills.5 years ago
Proposal to ban gas cars in Washington dead (for now)
It looks like a proposal to ban new gas cars in Washington State by 2030 was a bit too ambitious for the short 2020 legislative session.5 years ago
Seattle City Council approves Sawant’s ban on winter evictions
The Seattle City Council unanimously approved on Monday a ban on winter evictions, however, the legislation is different than the original proposal made by Kshama Sawant.5 years ago
WA Senate passes bill to repeal death penalty, measure heads to the House
The state Senate has passed a bill to eliminate the death penalty, renewing the battle. Senator Reuven Carlyle says it's time to abolish, while Rep. Jenny Graham wants to defeat the bill.5 years ago
Gun control bills clear hurdles in Olympia
From a ban on so-called high capacity magazines to required training for concealed pistol license holders, several gun safety measures advanced in the House and Senate on Thursday.5 years ago
Downtown Seattle Association says it’s time to take back Pike-Pine
A mass shooting in downtown Seattle is just the latest violence in an area notorious for crime. The Downtown Seattle Association says enough is enough.5 years ago
Gun control debate set to take center stage in Olympia
Gun control and gun rights advocates are expected to pack state House and Senate hearings this week, as more than a dozen new proposed firearms measures come up for debate.5 years ago
State lawmaker pushes mental health bill to address homeless prolific offenders
A newly-proposed bill would compel mental health treatment for prolific offenders, a move some believe is critical to solving the state's homeless crisis.5 years ago
Homelessness, transportation funding top lawmakers’ priority list in 2020 session
What is supposed to be a short 60-day legislative session gets underway in Olympia Monday, but there is a lot to take care of in 2020.5 years ago
WA Rep. Shea refuses to resign amidst allegations of domestic terrorism
Most state lawmakers want Rep. Matt Shea to resign after an investigation alleged he engaged in domestic terrorism, but expelling him from the Legislature could be a tougher sell.5 years ago
Lawmaker eyes Brexit-inspired plan to rescue Pierce County from car tabs, ST3 taxes
With the future of a $30 car tab measure hanging in the balance, one state lawmaker is taking matters into his hands on behalf of Pierce County.5 years ago
Seattle City Council scores partial win in bid to curb campaign spending
New Seattle City Council President Lorena Gonzalez scored a partial victory in her campaign finance reform efforts to open 2020.5 years ago
Jayapal: Iranian-American border detentions unacceptable
Despite denials from Customs and Border Protection, Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal says Iranian-Americans have been held at the Peace Arch Border crossing.5 years ago
The 2020 priorities for a new-look Seattle City Council
It's the start of a new era in Seattle Monday, as the next city council takes over for 2020, and begins to lay the groundwork for new legislation.5 years ago
Washington AG targets ‘prolific supplier’ Johnson & Johnson in opioid lawsuit
In a new lawsuit, Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson contends Johnson & Johnson played a key role in fueling an ongoing opioid epidemic.5 years ago
Benefits of Washington paid family leave about to pay off
New baby? Sick family member? Unexpected medical issue? Starting in Jan. 2020, you can start applying for benefits under a new Washington program.5 years ago
Seattle City Council approves Regional Homeless Authority
The Seattle City Council has approved a regional homeless authority, the last step in making the agreement with King County a reality.5 years ago
Seattle sends police accountability report card to judge, punts on compliance plan
Seattle鈥檚 police oversight system is working but there is room for improvement, according to a report from a consultant firm.5 years ago
