Politics Will WA ban high-capacity gun magazines in 2022? Family members of mass shooting victims say the ban could save lives, but gun-rights groups remain opposed. by Melissa Santos / March 4, 2022
Politics No increased WA gas tax in 'unprecedented' $16.8B transportation budget As vehicles change and with more available money, lawmakers look for other ways to fund transportation improvements. by Lizz Giordano / March 3, 2022
Politics Seattle's eviction moratorium ended, but some protections remain New laws delay some evictions and provide renters a right to legal counsel. by Josh Cohen / March 2, 2022
Equity Rural WA nurses seek support for sexual assault examiner training Legislative proposals may help fill in large gaps by providing funds to train more nurses. by Mai Hoang / March 2, 2022
Politics $340M WA immigrant relief fund plagued by monthslong delays Though state lawmakers approved the money last April to help undocumented immigrants, none has been distributed. by Melissa Santos / March 2, 2022
Politics WA capital gains tax ruled unconstitutional by trial judge Lawyers for the state are expected to appeal the ruling, which will likely be decided by state Supreme Court. by Melissa Santos / March 1, 2022
Equity WA bill proposes subsidy to help some families buy diapers Families receiving TANF could get more money for diapers if Senate Bill 5838 passes in the Legislature. by Maleeha Syed / March 1, 2022
Environment Shrinking WA kelp and eelgrass beds draw legislative attention Scientists look for ways to restore these important components of the ocean ecosystem. by John Stang / March 1, 2022
Politics WA indoor mask mandate to lift March 12 in light of CDC guidance Mask requirements in Oregon and California will also be relaxed that day. by Melissa Santos / February 28, 2022
News WA abortion clinics are preparing for Roe v. Wade to be overturned Patients already routinely travel into the state for abortion care. Clinics expect those numbers to grow. by Megan Burbank / February 28, 2022 / Updated May 3 at 11:40 a.m.