Frank Sumrall
Focus on ‘wannabe dictator’ Trump: WA Rep. sounds off on Democrat Party’s direction
U.S. House representative Adam Smith, the longest-serving member of Washington鈥檚 U.S. House delegation, wants to reconfigure and rebrand the Democratic Party.4 hours ago
Frank Sumrall
WA’s $77.9B budget saga: Bob Ferguson is on the clock to make the final call
After months of late-night debates and political tug-of-war, Washington lawmakers have finally agreed on a massive $77.9 billion operating budget for the next two years.10 hours ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington Democrats push through rent cap bill after negotiations
Washington state lawmakers cap annual rent increases, ending a heated legislative battle on the final day of session.12 hours ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Poll: Bob Ferguson grows on Republicans, sours on Democrats, amidst economic fear heightened
Washingtonians show stagnant views on the future as economic fears grow, revealing shifting sentiments toward Bob Ferguson and party dynamics.14 hours ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington Democrats pass $77.8 billion budget on last day of legislature
Washington state lawmakers finalize $77.1 billion budget, marking the end of the 2025 legislative session.23 hours ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington lawmakers approve 6-cent gas tax hike with July start date
Washington drivers will face a new gas tax increase after nearly a decade.2 days ago
Frank Sumrall
WA Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez flooded with boos at town hall after supporting the SAVE Act
U.S. Representative Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, was showered with boos during her fourth town hall as hundreds of community members lined up around the building to voice their displeasure.3 days ago
Frank Lenzi
Tensions rise over school funding, property tax hearings in Olympia
Tension rose in Olympia on Wednesday as lawmakers addressed school funding and property taxes in the final days of the legislative session.4 days ago
Matt Markovich
With only days left, GOP accuses Dems of rushed budget, no transparency: ‘We have no idea who鈥檚 being taxed’
As the legislative session nears its end, GOP leaders voiced their concerns about the budget and potential hidden taxes from Democrats.5 days ago
Frank Sumrall
Republicans walk out after ‘cold-hearted’ bill closing down developmentally disabled schools passes
House Republicans walked out of the Appropriations Committee after it passed Senate Bill 5393, which would close both the Rainier and Yakima Valley schools for the developmentally disabled.5 days ago
James Lynch
Seattle mayor announces new initiative to expand childcare, early learning
Mayor Bruce Harrell announces the Every Child Ready Initiative and discusses renewing Seattle's education levy.5 days ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Sen. introduces bill to move incarcerated to ICE, calling WA ‘a sanctuary for felons’
Washington Senator Phil Fortunato's bill aims to shift undocumented migrants to ICE, with the goal of saving taxpayer's money.5 days ago
Matt Markovich
Gun permit bill one step away from being law鈥揃ut legal battle already looming
The gun permit bill is one step away from law, requiring permits and live-fire training for prospective gun buyers in Washington.5 days ago
Associated Press
Federal judge expresses deep skepticism over Trump law firm executive order
WASHINGTON (AP) 鈥� A federal judge expressed deep skepticism Wednesday over a President Donald Trump executive order targeting a prominent law firm, signaling that she was inclined to grant a request to permanently block its enforcement. U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell grilled a Justice Department lawyer over the government鈥檚 plans to suspend security clearances from […]5 days ago
Frank Sumrall
‘Rolling over for Putin’: WA Rep. Rick Larsen rips Trump Admin’s handling of Ukraine-Russia peace deal
Top U.S., British, French, and Ukrainian diplomats agreed to a meeting Wednesday to push forward a Ukraine-Russia peace deal, but it was scrapped at the last minute.5 days ago
James Lynch
Seattle business leaders issue dire warning over state tax proposals
As the legislative session ends, leaders urge caution over tax proposals amid a looming $16 billion budget deficit in Washington.5 days ago
Deborah Horne, 成人X站 7 News
WA Democratic Senator upset after VA is 鈥榥o show鈥� at veterans round table
This state鈥檚 senior Democratic Senator is crying foul after the VA was a no-show at her veteran鈥檚 event in Ballard. Now, she鈥檚 demanding answers.6 days ago
Matt Markovich
Tax avalanche: WA鈥檚 new transportation bill hits drivers where it hurts
The state House of Representatives is preparing to roll out a major overhaul to ESSB 5801, a transportation funding bill that鈥檚 about to get bulked up with a laundry list of tax hikes, fee increases, and infrastructure investments.6 days ago
Matt Markovich
Totaled car? New WA law stops insurers from lowballing payout or repairs
Discover how the new Washington insurance law ensures fair repairs and payouts for totaled cars, safeguarding insurance rights.6 days ago
Matt Markovich
WA’s midnight tax storm: House pushes through big business hit, Tesla tax
Washington's House passes significant taxes, including a new Tesla tax, sparking debate among lawmakers and businesses.6 days ago
Frank Sumrall
Controversial transgender student-athlete ruling falls one vote shy of passing
The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association聽(WIAA) passed seven of 16 proposed amendments, but two amendments regarding transgender student-athletes in competition failed to move forward.6 days ago
Frank Lenzi
Lacking ‘three-corners agreement,’ state Democrats ditch property tax plan
Washington state Democrats shelve proposal to raise property tax cap from 1% to 3%, lacking necessary three-corners agreement.7 days ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington Democrats push through $12 billion tax hikes, as new poll shows little support
A new poll shows virtually no support for Washington tax hikes, but Senate Democrats pushed through wide-ranging tax package.8 days ago
