Politics Battling a deadline, Washington Dems propose a new $12B tax plan After Gov. Ferguson said he would veto a “wealth tax,” Democratic legislators proposed expanding capital gains, business and property taxes. by Laurel Demkovich / April 16, 2025
Politics Poll: WA voters more politically engaged following 2024 election Over half of Cascade PBS/Elway poll respondents said they were paying more attention to political news during the second Trump administration. by Laurel Demkovich / April 15, 2025
Politics The cost of aging: How rent caps could affect Washington seniors Renters on fixed incomes hope a 10% ceiling on increases will provide relief, while older landlords worry it will force them out of business. by Laurel Demkovich / April 14, 2025
Politics Poll: WA voters say Trump is negatively impacting their lives A majority of Cascade PBS/Elway Poll respondents say the administration is bringing the wrong kind of change, citing the economy & threats to democracy. by Laurel Demkovich / April 10, 2025
Politics How would you fix Washington’s $15 billion budget crisis? Department cuts? Government employee furloughs? New taxes? Cascade PBS helps you break down Olympia’s various proposals for addressing the shortfall. by Laurel Demkovich / March 28, 2025
Politics Frank Chopp remembered as champion for WA housing & homelessness The long-serving state representative passed away unexpectedly on March 22. Colleagues recall his work and legacy, in Olympia and beyond. by Laurel Demkovich & Josh Cohen / March 26, 2025
News Dead or alive: Which bills have a chance this legislative session? After the crucial midpoint deadline, housing, safety and the environment are still pressing issues in Washington. But which will lawmakers prioritize? by Laurel Demkovich / March 14, 2025 / Update: March 18, 2025
Inside Cascade PBS The view from Olympia: Meet our new state politics reporter Laurel Demkovich wants to remind readers — and those in power — that behind every policy is a Washingtonian whose life will be impacted. by Laurel Demkovich / March 12, 2025
Politics Washington House passes ‘rent stabilization’ bill, moves to Senate House Bill 1217, which caps yearly increases at 7% of a tenant’s rent and creates limits on some move-in and late fees, passed 53-42 on Monday. by Laurel Demkovich / March 10, 2025
Culture Black Arts Legacies: Preston Wadley wants you to think about art The influential teacher uses books, found objects and photography to provoke thought and shift perception. by Jas Keimig & Tifa Tomb / June 2, 2023