Government

Mar. 21, 2026

I-5 Bridge Replacement Cost Doubles, Officials Vow to Move Forward

Washington governor says 'we're going to build this bridge' despite escalating price tag

Mar. 21, 2026

Security Consultant Armitage Advocates for 'Public Option Everything' to Strengthen Institutions

In a new Substack essay, the U.S. Air Force veteran argues that public systems can enhance resilience and accountability when operating alongside private alternatives.

Mar. 20, 2026

Trump Faces Shadow War from Within and Without

President's second term threatened by subversive allies and outside voices

Mar. 19, 2026

Former Trump Official Resigns Over Iran War, Faces FBI Probe

Joe Kent, a longtime Trump ally, says he disagreed with the decision to go to war against Iran.

Mar. 17, 2026

Democrats Block Funding for Global War on Terror Memorial on Washington Capitol Campus

Proposal to honor local service members who died in post-9/11 conflicts stalls amid tensions over Israel-Palestine conflict

Mar. 15, 2026

FCC Chair Renews Threats Against Broadcasters Over 'Fake News'

Carr cites Trump's criticism of media coverage of U.S.-Iran conflict as justification for potential license revocations.

Mar. 15, 2026

FCC Chair Warns Broadcasters Over 'Fake News' Amid Trump Criticism

Carr cites public distrust of media in threatening license renewals for outlets that don't 'correct course'

Mar. 13, 2026

Washington Governor Appoints Lawyer With Donor Ties to State Supreme Court

Critics question if Theo Angelis was chosen for his political connections rather than judicial experience.

Mar. 11, 2026

Washington Launches $100M Police Hiring Program, Awards First Grants

Kent and Black Diamond police departments receive funding to boost staffing levels.

Mar. 11, 2026

Washington Sheriffs Oppose Bill Allowing Decertification

Asotin County Sheriff John Hilderbrand leads opposition to legislation that would give state panel power over elected sheriffs

Mar. 5, 2026

Clallam County Advisory Committee Demands Oversight of State Forest Trust Revenues

Committee says Department of Natural Resources has withheld millions in timber sale proceeds meant for local services

Feb. 28, 2026

Seattle's Rainbow Grocery Celebrates 50 Years

Iconic natural foods co-op marks half-century milestone with community party

Feb. 28, 2026

Washington Lawmaker Apologizes for Appearing Impaired at Legislative Hearing

Republican Party Chair calls the incident "an insult to the process"

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.