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VIDEO: Rejected – WA SOS will not process referendum to repeal income tax law
State officials stopped Let’s Go Washington’s referendum to overturn the new tax, citing constitutional limits. Legal and political battles, including a Supreme Court challenge, are expected next.
Southwest Washington lawmakers to hold a series of town hall meetings throughout the 17th Legislative District
Sen. Paul Harris, Rep. Kevin Waters, and Rep. David Stuebe will answer questions and discuss the state’s expanded operating budget and newly passed income tax at five April town halls.
Project 42: It is an income tax, not a millionaire’s tax
Project 42 co-founder Dann Mead Smith urged Clark County residents to organize against the new income tax law, emphasizing it can be expanded to reach more than just millionaires.
VIDEO: WA income tax signed into law with legal challenge right behind
A 9. 9% income tax affecting high earners in Washington faces swift legal opposition and a proposed citizen initiative seeking repeal.
Income tax signed in Washington with a legal challenge close behind
A new law will tax households earning over $1 million, with funds aimed at expanding credits for lower-income residents. Lawsuits and challenges are already underway.
Peter Silliman announces candidacy for Clark County Council
Peter Silliman, small business owner and Charter Review Commissioner, is seeking the District 5 seat and promises action on transparency, housing, and park development.
Opinion: Defend bail now or face more chaos on our streets
A proposed Washington court rule would cap bail for most misdemeanors and allow defendants to bypass bondsmen, raising concerns about accountability and public safety.
Opinion: Some worker rights get a poster, others get fine print
Elizabeth New questions why Washington state highlights some workplace protections while Janus First Amendment rights for public employees remain hidden in official materials.
State Representatives McClintock and Ley answer questions at town hall in Battle Ground
Residents voiced rising concerns about property taxes, school funding debates, the impact of new income tax legislation, and major costs tied to the Interstate Bridge plan.
As Washington gets an income tax, the fight to overturn it begins
Opponents are organizing lawsuits and potential ballot measures to challenge the new 9. 9% income tax on Washington households earning over $1 million.
VIDEO: WA diesel hits record $6.53, crushing truckers and school budgets
With diesel nearing $6.53 per gallon in Washington, trucking businesses and school districts now confront sharply higher fuel expenses affecting budgets and workers.
WA’s status solidifies as one of the most expensive places in US
A new study shows Washington outpaces most states on cost of living, with metrics revealing a sharp rise in daily expenses and major metro areas ranking among the nation’s most expensive.
Opinion: Someone explain the Democrat Party to me please
Lars Larson criticizes Democrat politicians for shutdown threats, Homeland Security funding refusals, and positions on election laws, housing, and gun rights.
POLL: Do you agree with requiring board members to follow council direction?
Disagreement among county councilors centers on whether C-TRAN board members should reflect the council’s collective wishes or act independently, highlighting ongoing concerns about public accounta…
High-value WA home listings increase by 65% after income tax passage
After lawmakers approved an income tax targeting millionaires, listings for homes priced at $2 million or more jumped 65 percent compared to last year, with experts urging caution about interpretin…
18th District lawmakers to host town hall meeting on Saturday, March 28, in Battle Ground
Stephanie McClintock and John Ley will meet with Battle Ground constituents to answer questions, review the new income tax, and discuss the effects of the $80 billion budget.
Opinion: The legislature has committed $2.4 billion to recurring pension increases since 2018
Six legislative COLAs have raised public employer costs by $2.38 billion since 2018, driving up unfunded pension liabilities and increasing burdens on county and city budgets.
Opinion: ‘Just because they got away with it doesn’t mean they weren’t wrong’
A Skamania County deputy’s report found violations of county rules and the Open Public Meetings Act, but no prosecutor acted on the findings.