Politics The bills we’re tracking in the 2021 Washington state Legislature Pandemic relief, climate change, taxes and more — here’s what we’re watching halfway into the session. by Mohammed Kloub / March 22, 2021 / Updated on Monday, May 3 at 2:50 p.m.
Politics How to follow and participate in the Washington state Legislature With the pandemic forcing lawmakers to meet remotely, it’s never been easier to make your voice heard right from home. by Mohammed Kloub / January 22, 2021
News Calls, texts to helplines surge amid COVID-19 Over the course of the stay-at-home order, the federal Disaster Distress Hotline alone has seen calls from Washington state increase sevenfold. by Dean Russell & Jamie Smith Hopkins & Sally Deneen InvestigateWest / April 24, 2020
Environment The environmental wins and losses in Olympia this year Even with Democrats in charge of the Legislature, environmentalists struggled on climate, clean water and orca protection. by Sally Deneen InvestigateWest / March 16, 2018
Politics As time runs out, will lawmakers pass a historic carbon tax this year? The chances of the carbon tax passing are looking better than they ever have. by Sally Deneen InvestigateWest / February 28, 2018
Politics Is the sixth time the charm for Inslee's carbon tax? The 2018 Legislative session is nearing its final two weeks with some key environmental issues still undecided. by Sally Deneen for InvestigateWest / February 20, 2018
Politics 6 environmental issues to watch in Olympia Here's a rundown of key environmental issues expected to be argued and voted on by the end of the legislative session. by Sally Deneen for InvestigateWest / January 16, 2018
Politics Washington's healthcare shortages receive new focus Spokane, a growing hub for medical education and research in Washington. by Mohammed Kloub / May 9, 2016