Elections 2025
Councilmembers Zahilay, Balducci lead in King County Exec primary
The two County Councilmembers held commanding leads in the field of seven active candidates. The race will be decided in November.
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Wilson leads over incumbent Harrell in Seattle mayoral primary
On Election night, Katie Wilson led with 46% of the vote, followed by Bruce Harrell with 45%, suggesting voters may favor a progressive candidate.
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It’s primary election day in Washington state. Here’s what to know
Seattle voters will decide which two candidates will advance to the general election in the mayoral, city attorney and City Council races.
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Seattle City Council unanimously sends B&O tax overhaul to voters
The revised business and occupation tax would raise $80M in revenue from the city’s high-grossing companies while reducing the burden for smaller ones.
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How the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ could help Washington farmers
While U.S. Rep. Dan Newhouse is getting heat for his vote to pass the bill, he’s now highlighting how it will help fund some agricultural programs.