News The Newsfeed: A breakdown of WA Cares Initiative 2124 Sponsor Let's Go Washington and the Washington State Nurses Association explain what voting "yes" or "no" means for the long-term care program. by Paris Jackson / October 18, 2024
Politics WA 4th Congressional candidate Sessler says Muslims shouldn’t serve Jerrod Sessler, who is running in Central Washington against Rep. Dan Newhouse, has received backlash for continuing to promote Islamophobic beliefs. by Mai Hoang / October 18, 2024
Politics Capital gains tax repeal could cost WA public schools billions The tax on investment sales earnings affects only .2% of residents, but proponents of I-2109 say it is the first step toward state income tax. by John Stang / October 16, 2024
News Washington unveils five-year plan to ease record-high homelessness The Department of Commerce plan outlines securing new funding to improve response coordination and provide new housing units and emergency beds. by Mai Hoang / October 16, 2024
Politics The case for and against Seattle’s largest-ever transportation levy Supporters argue the $1.55B property tax will improve city streets and safety for all modes, while opponents say it’s far too expensive. by Josh Cohen / October 15, 2024 / Updated: Oct. 18, 4:10 P.M.
Politics Washington state lawmakers may get a 14% raise over next two years A citizen panel recommends the pay bump, which would push annual salaries over $70,000, to keep pace with growing duties and rising costs of living. by Jerry Cornfield Washington State Standard / October 15, 2024
News How are Washington kids still getting guns, despite strict laws? “There’s this firehose of firearms that are coming into our communities,” said Ryan Disch-Guzman, chief of staff at the Alliance for Gun Responsibility. by Jadenne Radoc Cabahug / October 14, 2024 / Updated at 9:35 a.m. on Oct. 14
News The Newsfeed: Seattle Mayor taps payroll tax to balance city budget Cascade PBS City Hall Reporter Josh Cohen breaks down what Mayor Bruce Harrell’s proposed usage of Jumpstart funds means for the city. by Paris Jackson / October 11, 2024
Politics Will carbon tax initiative 2117 lower gas prices? That’s debatable The cap-and-trade program, which 2117 aims to repeal, has been blamed for rising fuel costs, but gas prices have gone up and down since its inception. by John Stang / October 11, 2024 / Updated at 3:33 p.m. on Oct. 11
Politics Democrat starts write-in campaign in Central WA Congressional race After two Republicans advanced in the 4th District, Kennewick resident Cherissa Boyd joined the race, where a split GOP vote could hand her the seat. by Mai Hoang / October 11, 2024