Feb. 27, 2026
Washington House Majority Leader Admits to Drinking Before Budget Hearing
Joe Fitzgibbon, a Seattle Democrat, acknowledged he was intoxicated during a late-night committee meeting on the state's budget legislation.
Feb. 27, 2026
Washington Lawmaker Apologizes for Drinking on the Job
House Majority Leader Joe Fitzgibbon admits to consuming alcohol before a budget meeting, calling it a "serious mistake".
Feb. 27, 2026
Seattle braces for major winter storm
Forecasters warn of heavy snow, high winds, and potential power outages this weekend.
Feb. 26, 2026
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Plan to Change Columbia Basin Dams
Ruling cites 'dire and immediate' threat to endangered salmon from proposed dam operations changes
Feb. 25, 2026
Washington's $100M Police Hiring Grants Slow to Reach Local Departments
Rollout of new state program faces technical issues and bureaucratic hurdles, frustrating local officials
Feb. 21, 2026
Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs
Washington state small businesses feel the impact of the ruling
Feb. 19, 2026
Washington House Republicans Offer Floor Access to Denied Journalists
GOP lawmakers create their own press pass to allow journalists barred from official credentials to observe proceedings.
Feb. 16, 2026
WA GOP Leader Criticizes 'Anti-Sheriff' Bill
Proposed legislation would grant state commission power to decertify elected officials
Feb. 13, 2026
Seattle braces for major snowstorm
Forecasters predict up to 12 inches of snow in the Puget Sound region this weekend.
Feb. 12, 2026
Presidents Day 2026: What's Open, What's Closed
The federal holiday honoring U.S. presidents is observed on the third Monday in February.
Feb. 11, 2026
Whatcom County Seeks Deadline Extension for Water Rights Claims
Court hearing scheduled to consider extending May 1 filing deadline amid confusion over notification process.
Feb. 11, 2026
Adams County Not Seeking Additional Federal Funding This Year
Commissioners say they will focus on existing projects instead of requesting new money from Senator Patty Murray's office.
Feb. 8, 2026
California Governor Spotted at Green Day's Pre-Super Bowl Show
Newsom taunts Kid Rock ahead of big game in his home state
Feb. 7, 2026
Trump Education Department Increases Protections for Prayer in Schools
New guidance aims to safeguard student religious expression while banning school-sponsored worship.
