Politics Washington Gov. Jay Inslee says he won't run for a fourth term First elected in 2012, Inslee is only the second person to serve three consecutive terms as the state's governor. by Joseph O’Sullivan / May 1, 2023
Politics WA transgender youth bill targeted in national culture war Senate Bill 5599 expands an existing law to cover minors seeking protected healthcare services, including gender-affirming treatment. by Taija PerryCook & Joseph O’Sullivan / May 1, 2023
Politics With assault weapons ban, Washington enters a new era of gun reform Ten years ago, the NRA was feared. But three major laws signed by Gov. Inslee show that Democrats are less reluctant to pass new restrictions. by Joseph O’Sullivan / April 27, 2023
Politics WA Legislature fails to pass new drug law; special session likely After two years of unsuccessful negotiations, Washington may not have a law against drug possession starting in July. by Joseph O’Sullivan / April 24, 2023
Politics The bills that survived Washington's 2023 legislative session From gun regulations to affordable housing and a new state dinosaur, these are the initiatives that passed — and some that were not so lucky. by Joseph O’Sullivan / April 24, 2023
Politics Washington Legislature unveils $69.2B two-year state budget Completed with less than 36 hours left in the 2023 session, the budget boosts funding for state worker wages, special education and climate issues. by Joseph O’Sullivan / April 22, 2023
Politics A WA bill protecting name change privacy was just signed into law As of July 23, people who are trans or queer, those escaping domestic violence, and refugees will be able to change their name confidentially. by Cascade PBS Newsroom Staff / April 21, 2023
Politics Washington to invest more in 988 mental health crisis line HB 1134 will fund mobile units and increased training for the hotline and response service that launched last summer. by Cascade PBS Newsroom Staff / April 21, 2023
Politics Washington strip clubs won't be selling alcohol anytime soon SB 5614 was designed to improve working conditions for exotic dancers. Income from liquor sales would've paid for some of the changes. by Cascade PBS Newsroom Staff / April 20, 2023
Politics Washington state bans sale of most semi-automatic rifles Citizens can still own assault-style rifles — but they will not be able to buy or import most AR-type weapons after HB 1240 is signed. by Joseph O’Sullivan / April 20, 2023 / Updated at 12:12 p.m., on April 25