Election 2017
Requested to edit his argument against a sales tax increase, the conservative activist refuses.
National Politics
With Arpaio talking about running again, Ron Dotzauer just has to laugh.
National Politics
Ticket sales for the fundraiser initially lagged due to displeasure from Clinton supporters.
The Republican Agenda
The House Speaker believes Republican plan to slash taxes for businesses will help spur growth. Governor Inslee and machinists union leadership have a different take.
Olympia
The advisory measures are nonbinding, but the architect of the ballot items says they could change the conversation around future taxation.
Olympia
The people behind the McCleary lawsuit that prompted the order disagree.
Olympia
Petitioners focus on the law’s impact on eating, drinking, and smoking while driving.
Olympia
The governor says he is willing to convene yet another special session if an agreement can be reached.
Olympia
If legislators can’t figure it out before Thursday night, the capital budget is unlikely to pass.
Olympia
Water rights and car tabs are still on the docket.
Olympia
The $43.7 billion budget didn’t become public until early Friday and received no public hearing before lawmakers voted.
Olympia
The increase will raise $7.3 billion.
Olympia
The GOP has been none too please with Inslee’s negotiations.
Olympia
One senator called the process “very disheartening.”
Olympia
The biology requirement would be suspended, while students who fail English and math exams would be provided a pathway to graduation.
Olympia
Inslee says shutdown would be historic failure by lawmakers.
Olympia
Will they solve the puzzle in time?
If a budget isn’t signed by the end of July 1, state parks will close, critical social services will stop, and thousands of workers will be laid off.
Olympia
A proposed compromise would provide a way for students who fail the English and math assessments to graduate.
The Hirst decision was embraced by environmentalists and tribal leaders. Now lawmakers must figure out how to adhere to it.
