Franklin County Commissioner defends walking out of meeting after ‘unlawful conduct’
A commissioners meeting in Franklin County got into a bit of a controversy when a commissioner and a group of people showed up without masks.4 years ago
WA Rep. Smith wants ’emphasis on completing the mission’ in Afghanistan, not deadline
Washington Representative Adam Smith, chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, joins the Michael Medved Show to discuss Afghanistan.4 years ago
Redmond neighbors demand transparency in homeless hotel purchase
Redmond leaders purchased a hotel that will be used to provide housing for people experiencing homelessness. But they didn't warn residents.4 years ago
Republican lawmaker explains his call to allow Afghanistan refugees into Washington
State Republican leaders, including Rep. JT Wilcox, are calling on Democrats and Governor Inslee to allow refugees from Afghanistan to come to Washington.4 years ago
Spokane restaurant owner says labor, supply shortage ‘just keeps trickling’
For the first time in over two decades, the owner of a popular pizza restaurant in Spokane is closing his doors on Sundays because of a worker shortage.4 years ago
Seattle police union president counters city council criticism of staff attrition
The president of Seattle's police union characterizes the city council's criticism of staff attrition as a 'pivot' intended to shift blame onto the department.4 years ago
Two state politicians support ‘pushing back’ against vaccine mandate
State Rep. Jim Walsh and congressional candidate Joe Kent are against the vaccine mandate for state workers, and think it's time to peacefully push back.4 years ago
Snohomish County Councilmember: Mask mandate another example of ‘moving goalposts’
Snohomish County Councilmember Nate Nehring does not support the reinstated mask mandate in his county, which applies to all residents.4 years ago
Bellevue’s interim police chief addresses police reform, outlines vision for the department
Bellevue Interim Police Chief Wendell Shirley shared his plans for accommodating Washington Legislature's new police reform in his department.4 years ago
Washington Supreme Court to hear case over identities of SPD officers in DC on Jan. 6
The state Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case involving six Seattle police officers who were in Washington, D.C., during the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.4 years ago
Seattle election results show ‘people want change’ says council candidate
Sara Nelson is running for a seat on the Seattle City Council and thinks the fact that she's leading in the polls shows the city is ready for change.4 years ago
Washington lawmaker: Forced vaccination is ‘antithetical to free society’
A Republican state lawmaker addresses concerns over forced COVID-19 vaccination, and criticizes the overreach of the executive office.4 years ago
20-year-old candidate battling cancer wants to fight for Northshore students
At 19, Michael Albrecht was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer and given six months to live. Now he's running for a seat on the Northshore School Board.4 years ago
Why surprisingly tight race for Seattle City Attorney is ‘seat to pay attention to’
Incumbent Seattle City Attorney Pete Holmes could be facing a tough road to reelection, according to recently-released polling data.4 years ago
Snohomish County Sheriff: New laws for policing could ‘put the community at danger’
A new series of laws set to go into effect will impact policing in Washington. Snohomish County's Sheriff says his office is trying to sort through it all.4 years ago
‘It was a tough decision’: Bellevue police chief explains decision to leave
Bellevue Police Chief Steve Mylett explains why he ultimately thought it was the right time to leave for a new role in Akron, Ohio.4 years ago
GOP lawmakers on what’s at stake in Washington state
KTTH's Todd Herman asked Republican state lawmakers what the stakes are in Washington and the US, hoping to better understand the direction of the party.4 years ago
Seattle neighborhood residents frustrated by city’s inaction on homeless camps
Residents of Seattle's neighborhoods are asking the city to do something about the homeless camps, tents, and RVs, but they're not seeing any action.4 years ago
Lawmaker apologizes for wearing yellow Star of David at speech about COVID restrictions
Washington Representative Jim Walsh is apologizing for wearing a yellow Star of David on his shirt while speaking to conservative activists in Lacey.4 years ago
Snohomish County CM pushes pay differential ordinance for employees in military
Snohomish County Councilmember Nate Nehring has introduced a differential pay ordinance to help county employees who serve in the U.S. military.4 years ago
State Senator says ‘it’s been time to reopen,’ pushes to start recovery now
There's a number of voices in Washington state, including state Senator Jeff Wilson, calling for the state to reopen now and not wait until June 30.4 years ago
Snohomish County Councilmember: Priority for recovery funds is to support our businesses
As Snohomish County decides how to spend COVID recovery funds, councilmember Nate Nehring thinks local business support should be the first priority.4 years ago
Sen. Fortunato says Washington’s ‘joints for jabs’ promotion is ‘idiotic’
The Washington Liquor and Cannabis Board has authorized 鈥渏oints for jabs鈥� promotions to encourage vaccinations. Sen. Phil Fortunato is not a fan.4 years ago
