Politics WA redistricting panel admits it broke the law. What now? A settlement will allow new congressional and legislative maps to stand, but the commission must make changes going forward. by Melissa Santos / February 25, 2022
Politics WA prison officials push back on bill to limit solitary confinement Lawmakers and the Department of Corrections agree that the practice is harmful, but the latter balked at the proposed regulations by Mari Kanagy / February 24, 2022
Politics Banning toxic chemicals in cosmetics moves forward in WA 'This is a banned chemical, it's a known carcinogen — and here we are putting it on the faces of women.' by Melissa Santos / February 21, 2022
Politics WA proposed budget funds stipends to attract low-income board members $50,000 is allocated for constituents to help shape boards and commissions with their lived experiences. by Mari Kanagy / February 18, 2022
News Kshama Sawant says failed recall attempt emboldened her The city council member said she expects the uphill climb to continue on policies like taxing corporations for housing revenue. by Mai Hoang / February 17, 2022
Politics Washington state mask mandate ends March 21 Gov. Jay Inslee announced lifting the order after seeing COVID-19 cases consistently decline for weeks. by Melissa Santos / February 17, 2022 / 12:02 p.m. Monday, Feb. 28
Politics King County Board of Health repeals decades-old helmet law The vote comes after an analysis found that enforcement disproportionately targeted homeless people and people of color. by Josh Cohen / February 17, 2022
Politics Rural WA wants in on state highway, health and housing dollars Here's what leaders in rural cities and counties want from federal recovery funds and what they're asking state legislators to prioritize this session. by Jacob Jones / February 17, 2022 / Updated at 8:50 a.m. on Feb. 17
Politics WA lawmakers consider cutting red tape on tiny-home construction Sen. Joe Nguyen's bill would exempt some homeless shelters from review under the State Environmental Policy Act. by Josh Cohen / February 17, 2022
News Residents push to improve 'desolate' Mount Baker transit station In the wake of shootings and break-ins, community members hope an investment in arts brings back foot traffic to improve safety. by Josh Cohen / February 16, 2022