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VIDEO: Rep. John Ley – I-5 Bridge replacement project is a ‘light rail project in search of a bridge’
Politics

VIDEO: Rep. John Ley – I-5 Bridge replacement project is a ‘light rail project in search of a bridge’

Rep. John Ley criticizes IBR design that allocates 54% of bridge surface to transit while costs balloon to $14. 4 billion.

Apr 24, 2026

VIDEO: Former WA AG Rob McKenna criticizes AGO role in crafting millionaire’s tax
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VIDEO: Former WA AG Rob McKenna criticizes AGO role in crafting millionaire’s tax

Former AG Rob McKenna calls out current AGO for collaborating with lawmakers to circumvent constitutional process and prevent voter input.

Apr 24, 2026

Opinion: Exposed -- Democrat motivations on the income tax and fraud at DCYF
Opinion

Opinion: Exposed -- Democrat motivations on the income tax and fraud at DCYF

Sen. John Braun demands investigation after audit reveals $37 million in questionable DCYF daycare payments.

Apr 24, 2026

POLL: Should Clark County’s 2022 anti-light rail resolution still guide council decisions today?
Opinion

POLL: Should Clark County’s 2022 anti-light rail resolution still guide council decisions today?

Wednesday's council meeting reignited debate over the county's 2022 resolution requiring voter approval for light rail projects.

Apr 23, 2026

VIDEO: Congresswoman Gluesenkamp Perez still mum about WA’s new income tax
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VIDEO: Congresswoman Gluesenkamp Perez still mum about WA’s new income tax

Democratic Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez raised $1. 3 million while avoiding questions about the state's new income tax.

Apr 23, 2026

Gov. Ferguson fills seat on WA campaign watchdog panel as recall effort looms
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Gov. Ferguson fills seat on WA campaign watchdog panel as recall effort looms

Matt Segal's law firm serves as Ferguson's private counsel, raising questions about potential conflicts.

Apr 23, 2026

Opinion: Washington state is overtaxing you
Opinion

Opinion: Washington state is overtaxing you

Rep. John Ley argues property taxes have grown far beyond the promised 1% cap, forcing seniors on fixed incomes to struggle.

Apr 23, 2026

Candidate filing period and online candidate filing begins May 4
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Candidate filing period and online candidate filing begins May 4

Citizens can file candidacy declarations online at VoteWA. gov from May 4-8 for multiple local and state positions.

Apr 23, 2026

Clark County Council votes 4-1 to place Glen Yung on the C-TRAN Board of Directors
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Clark County Council votes 4-1 to place Glen Yung on the C-TRAN Board of Directors

Glen Yung joins C-TRAN board after heated public comment and Belkot's "organized crime" accusation.

Apr 23, 2026

Opinion: Growing Pains and Green Gains – A smarter path for Clark County
Opinion

Opinion: Growing Pains and Green Gains – A smarter path for Clark County

Three mayors propose Transfer of Development Rights program to balance growth with farmland preservation in Clark County.

Apr 22, 2026

WAGOP calls on justice to recuse herself in income tax ruling over alleged conflict
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WAGOP calls on justice to recuse herself in income tax ruling over alleged conflict

WAGOP demands Justice Colleen Melody step aside from ruling on 9. 9% millionaire's tax over appointment ties.

Apr 22, 2026

Opinion: Washington’s retail theft crisis is getting worse and Gov. Ferguson’s veto won’t help
Opinion

Opinion: Washington’s retail theft crisis is getting worse and Gov. Ferguson’s veto won’t help

Ferguson vetoed $500,000 for proven anti-theft program despite Washington losing $2. 7 billion to retail crime in 2021.

Apr 22, 2026

Clark County Council approves additional staffing for Clark County Sheriff’s Office
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Clark County Council approves additional staffing for Clark County Sheriff’s Office

Council vote authorizes 22 new deputy positions and support staff roles to strengthen public safety countywide.

Apr 22, 2026

Opinion: Cowards in black robes
Opinion

Opinion: Cowards in black robes

Judge refuses emergency protection for constitutional sheriffs facing removal by unelected board.

Apr 21, 2026

Opinion: Internal emails show income tax bill was designed to bypass the Constitution and lock out voters
Opinion

Opinion: Internal emails show income tax bill was designed to bypass the Constitution and lock out voters

Internal communications show legislators and AG's office strategically designed income tax bill to prevent public referendum while forcing Supreme Court review.

Apr 21, 2026

Letter: HB 2266 and fairness for Clark County communities
Opinion

Letter: HB 2266 and fairness for Clark County communities

Vancouver resident argues the housing bill expands placement options while limiting local government oversight of siting decisions.

Apr 21, 2026

Opinion: New study – Washington’s homelessness problem is worse than you think (and avoidable)
Opinion

Opinion: New study – Washington’s homelessness problem is worse than you think (and avoidable)

New data reveals Washington ranks first in chronic homelessness and per-capita overdose deaths nationwide.

Apr 20, 2026

Records reveal WA millionaire’s tax is meant to legalize progressive income tax
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Records reveal WA millionaire’s tax is meant to legalize progressive income tax

Nearly 1,000 pages of records reveal coordinated effort between attorney general's office and Democratic leaders to overturn constitutional ban.

Apr 20, 2026