Politics Oil and gas: Tax now, drill later A lawmaker is working to make sure that Washington has the same kind of taxes on natural gas drilling that most other states impose. by John Stang / February 19, 2013
Politics Some Washington employers want to snoop in your Facebook Will lawmakers give a thumbs down to Facebook snooping? by John Stang / February 19, 2013
Politics Ferry godfathers: Two lawmakers want more oversight of Washington's fleet A ferry crosses in front of Seattle's port and Washington's Mt. Rainier. by John Stang / February 18, 2013
Politics Inslee proclaims no tolerance for Hanford leaks A Department of Energy warning sign at the Hanford Nuclear Reservation by John Stang / February 15, 2013
Politics Senate's K-12 committee stymied by sticker shock State Sen. Steve Litzow (R) by John Stang / February 15, 2013
Culture Lawmaker wants state to examine 'gay conversion' Under a newly introduced proposal, Washington would study whether the practice is risky and whether it should be regulated. by John Stang / February 14, 2013
Politics Inslee aims for more jobs but how many is uncertain Rep. Cyrus Habib by John Stang / February 13, 2013
Politics Businesses balk at dealing with ocean threat The Northwest's native Olympia oyster. by John Stang / February 13, 2013
