Sports
Olympia Wrestlers Earn Top-Five Finishes at State
Holloway takes fourth, Gaither takes fifth in their respective weight classes.
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
Lifestyle
Washington Transitions to Mobile Hunting and Fishing Licenses
WDFW to phase out traditional paper licenses in favor of digital options starting July 2026
State Lawmakers Propose Bill to Boost Funding for Western Washington University
The bill aims to align WWU's per-student funding with other regional schools in the state.
Washington Senate Passes Bill to Boost Financial Aid for Private College Students
The measure would increase tuition scholarships for students attending private universities in the state.
Politics
Washington Lawmakers Wrap Up 2026 Legislative Session
State legislature approves income tax on high earners, finalizes budget bills before adjourning.
Washington Democrats Unveil Budget Deal with Cuts, Rainy Day Fund Withdrawal
The $79.4 billion plan aims to address budget shortfall, but faces GOP opposition
WA Court of Appeals Upholds 'Legislative Privilege' to Withhold Internal Records
Ruling affirms state legislature's ability to shield internal documents from public disclosure
Crime
7 Newborn Pit Bull Puppies Found Abandoned on Tumwater Roadside
Caring Hearts 4 Paws rescues the puppies and rushes them to a local veterinarian for care.
Washington Court Allows Probe Into Catholic Church's Abuse Allegations
Appellate court overturns prior ruling, gives AG's office authority to investigate use of charitable funds to cover up abuse claims.
Six Indicted for Alleged Farmworker Visa Fraud Scheme
Prosecutors say defendants obtained hundreds of fraudulent H-2A visas and exploited workers
Tech
Washington Legislature's Data Center Regulation Bill Fails
Proposed legislation to protect residential utility customers from data center energy demands dies amid industry opposition.
Washington Tech Leaders Warn Income Tax Would 'Undermine' Industry
Dozen tech CEOs say proposed $1M+ tax could slow AI innovation and investment momentum in the state.
Washington DOL's AI Language Error Raises Eyebrows
Automated system spoke English with a strong Spanish accent when callers selected Spanish option.
