Crime
Three Found Dead in West Olympia Home
Coroner releases ages of victims as police investigate possible murder-suicide
State Patrol Seeks Witnesses to Fatal Lewis County Crash
A 77-year-old Chehalis man died at the scene in early December incident.
Three killed in Olympia home shooting
Police investigating apparent triple homicide, no suspects identified yet
Sports
Bill Moos' memoir highlights 40 years in college athletics, with WSU holding marquee spot
Former WSU player and AD authors a colorful rise from the wheat fields of Eastern Washington to the heights of college sports
No. 22 LC State Men's Basketball Routs Evergreen With 19 3-Pointers
Warriors shoot 54% from deep in dominant conference victory
Warrior Women Defeat Geoducks to Open Road Trip
LC State Women's Basketball rolls past The Evergreen State College 80-40
Lifestyle
WA Lawmaker's Plan to Reduce Textile Waste Stalls
Bill to establish 'extended producer responsibility' program for clothing and textiles fails to advance in state legislature
State Secures $1.4 Billion in Federal K-12 Funding
Agreement protects equal access to education for vulnerable students
Washington Seeks Public Input on 2026 Hunting Season Proposals
WDFW accepting comments on changes to waterfowl, deer, elk, and other big game seasons
Politics
Washington Senate Passes Pet Protection Bill
New law would allow engines to run for up to 30 minutes to keep pets safe from extreme temperatures.
Washington House Passes Bill Requiring AG Approval for Local Election Map Changes
The bill would expand the state's Voting Rights Act to require preclearance from the Attorney General before local governments can redraw boundaries.
Lawmakers Struggle to Pass Bills in Short Legislative Session
Many bills addressing issues like salmon restoration, tire piles, and child welfare fail to advance in Washington state legislature
Business
Washington Lawmakers Consider Tax Break for Spokane County Data Centers
The proposed legislation aims to provide sales and use tax exemptions for new data center projects in Spokane County.
Washington Businesses Weigh Leaving State Over Tax Policies
Policy expert warns recent and proposed tax increases are pushing companies to consider exit strategies
Washington AG Announces $17.85M in Drug Price-Fixing Settlements, New Lawsuit Filed
Settlements with Lannett and Bausch Health resolve allegations of widespread price-fixing conspiracy for generic drugs.
