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A state rep and labor unions push for tougher regulations after Cascade PBS reported on a teen who lost both legs in a school work program.

Support among Democrats is split between a state senator and the Lands Commissioner, while a Republican challenger thinks he can flip the seat.

But workers it would affect can’t weigh in. Ethics rules prevent them from lobbying on bills — even ones that would define their ability to unionize.

One company negotiated a $1.3M reduction with the state’s safety agency after a worker’s hand was crushed, following multiple other violations.

A handful of programs across the state are piloting efforts to give families a regular check to help them make ends meet.

As Puget Sound becomes denser, some community groups have unusual authority to veto land-use decisions within their neighborhoods, but won't for long.

A bill inspired by student outreach would give authority to two students. It passed out of both chambers of the Washington Legislature this session.

As vehicles change and with more available money, lawmakers look for other ways to fund transportation improvements.

Lawmakers and the Department of Corrections agree that the practice is harmful, but the latter balked at the proposed regulations

$50,000 is allocated for constituents to help shape boards and commissions with their lived experiences.