Latest in Politics

Opponents call the ballot measure “a wolf in sheep’s clothing” designed to destroy the program, since enough people dropping out could make it insolvent.

The county paid $225K to settle sexual harassment complaints about a former Public Works director, whose behavior, employees said, was an “open secret.”

Incumbent Chris Reykdal and David Olson disagreed about school funding and parental-rights policies, but found moments of accord.

Incumbent Chris Reykdal and Republican challenger David Olson participated in a live debate Thursday night.

Shaun Scott, a Democratic Socialist, and Andrea Suarez, whom the party calls “not a bona fide Democrat,” vie to succeed the longtime lawmaker.

Harrell balanced the $250 million deficit with more than $200 million from the Jumpstart Payroll Expense Tax, plus the elimination of 159 city jobs.

Serving three terms from 1965 to 1977 and one as U.S. Senator, Evans personified the “just right” middle. The politician died at 98.

The state is moving toward electric-friendly energy policies, but says it won’t outlaw natural gas. I-2066 would preemptively block any such attempts.

Districts are trying to address concerns about devices’ harmful effects on students, but have received pushback from parents who prefer constant contact.

The Cascade PBS/Elway poll found younger voters are more optimistic about the election, though they are less likely to vote than other age groups.

The measure would use existing affordable-housing money rather than create a new tax, but I-137 supporters say the change could “kneecap” the new developer.

Candidates Nick Brown, a Democrat, and Pete Serrano, a Republican, disagreed about almost all topics, from juvenile crime to police accountability.

Former U.S. Attorney Nick Brown and Pasco Mayor Pete Serrano participated in a live debate at Seattle Central College, hosted by the Washington State Debate Coalition.

Alexis Mercedes Rinck and Tanya Woo showcased different leadership styles but agreed on some of the city’s most pressing problems, such as public safety.

In round two, Bob Ferguson and Dave Reichert did not refrain from taking jabs at one another on issues such as abortion, crime and taxes.