Politics Ethics rules for Seattle Council could change under new proposal If passed, Councilmembers would have to disclose conflicts of interest, but would no longer have to recuse themselves from voting. by Josh Cohen / May 12, 2025
News WA budget cuts hit legal orgs helping clear voided drug convictions Three groups lean on state support to help people expunge charges nullified by a recent WA Supreme Court ruling. That funding could become obsolete. by Moe K. Clark InvestigateWest / May 12, 2025
Politics The four candidates running for Seattle’s District 2 Council seat A mayoral policy advisor, an assistant city attorney, a city union steward and a food security advocate are all vying to finish Tammy Morales’ term. by Josh Cohen / May 12, 2025 / Updated: May 13, 9:25 a.m.
News The Newsfeed: WA lawmakers end legislative session with $78B budget One of the big priorities this session was closing the state’s anticipated $15B budget shortfall, which lawmakers did via cuts and new taxes. by Paris Jackson / May 9, 2025
News REI Co-op members reject company board picks after union campaign The outdoor retailer drew criticism for blocking union-backed candidates from the ballot and for its initial support of a Trump appointee. by Nate Sanford / May 8, 2025
Politics How Washington’s new tax and fee increases could hit your pocket The new budget would raise the price of gas, Discover Passes and more. Democrats say this is necessary, while Republicans say it will hurt residents. by Laurel Demkovich / May 6, 2025
Politics Washington parties, voter advocates craft 2026 midterms strategy As Republican legislators opt for ballot harvesting, Democrats lean into town halls in predominantly red districts to engage new or reluctant voters. by Mai Hoang / May 5, 2025
News The Newsfeed: WA health plan contractor warns of Medicaid cuts Community Health Plan of Washington CEO Leanne Berge says proposed cuts would be devastating to Washington’s vulnerable citizens. by Paris Jackson / May 2, 2025
News Child’s death follows closure of Spokane youth psychiatric center Providence Sacred Heart closed its inpatient youth mental health clinic over the concerns of community members about a lack of beds for patients. by Whitney Bryen & Kaylee Tornay InvestigateWest / May 2, 2025
News How a WA retiree lost half his life savings to conmen contractors A pair of brothers fleeced more than $1 million from homeowners nationwide, including a former Boeing electrician in Shoreline who lost $400K. by John Stang / May 1, 2025