News Seattle city budget outlook reflects an uncertain economy Inflation, widespread tech layoffs and a depressed real estate market will lead to less tax revenue. by Josh Cohen / April 14, 2023
Politics WA House passes bill to make drug possession a misdemeanor The amended measure mandates a less-severe punishment than previous versions and drops a requirement for pre-arrest substance-abuse services. by Joseph O’Sullivan / April 12, 2023 / Updated at 3 p.m.
Politics WA Senate passes "missing middle" bill to increase housing density House Bill 1110 is one of several proposals this year intended to ease an affordability crisis across Washington due to a statewide shortage. by Joseph O’Sullivan / April 11, 2023
Politics How Washington plans to spend money from the new carbon-cap law Lawmakers are looking to invest revenue from the Climate Commitment Act in electric buses, ferries and more clean-energy projects around the state. by Joseph O’Sullivan / April 10, 2023
Politics Washington Senate passes ban on assault-style rifles Perhaps lawmakers' strongest action on firearms regulations to date, the proposal needs one more vote in the House before going to the desk of Gov. Inslee. by Joseph O’Sullivan / April 8, 2023 / Updated at 5:48 p.m., on April 25
Politics King County to vote this month on a levy for crisis care centers A $1.25 billion proposal on the special election ballot would open five on-demand mental health and addiction facilities and increase worker wages. by Josh Cohen / April 6, 2023
Politics Gov. Inslee buys 3-year supply of abortion pills in case of ban The Washington governor announced Tuesday that he plans to stockpile 30,000 courses to hedge against a possible federal ban. by Joseph O’Sullivan / April 4, 2023 / Updated at 1:19 p.m. on April 4
Politics King County levy renewal may not cover affordable-housing costs Advocates warn that the Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy needs to increase to match rising construction expenses. by Josh Cohen / April 3, 2023
Politics With WA capital gains case settled, what's next for tax reform? Democratic lawmakers are celebrating last week's state Supreme Court ruling, but it's unclear where tax reform will go from here. by Joseph O’Sullivan / March 30, 2023
Politics Seattle passes first-in-the-nation paid sick leave for gig workers The move makes the pandemic-era benefit permanent for app-based independent contractors, such as food delivery and laundry service workers. by Josh Cohen / March 28, 2023