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Opinion: The long list of ways Washington’s Democratic legislators are pushing to raise taxes
Nancy Churchill critiques Washington Democrats’ push for tax increases, highlighting major legislative proposals that could impact residents.
Letter: A necessary reform – Why Washington must pass HB 1399
Aia Walker urges Washington lawmakers to pass HB 1399, arguing that law enforcement leadership must be held to higher standards of accountability and professionalism.
Governor Bob Ferguson’s statement on the Governor’s Emergency Powers
Gov. Bob Ferguson announced a policy limiting emergency powers while urging the legislature to codify reforms into law.
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez provides statement on continuing resolution vote
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez opposed a partisan Continuing Resolution, citing concerns over funding cuts to key services in Southwest Washington.
House passes government funding stopgap, cutting some projects
The House passed a government funding stopgap in a 217-213 vote, cutting some non-defense programs while increasing defense and other key funding areas.
Opinion: How the legislature just voted to raise your rent
Mark Harmsworth argues that House Bill 1217 will drive up rent costs, reduce housing supply, and worsen Washington’s affordability crisis.
Opinion: Tyrants on the bench
Vincent Cavaleri warns against judicial overreach, arguing that unelected judges are reshaping democracy through unchecked power.
Letter: Big spenders need accountability
Bob Mattila of Brush Prairie calls for accountability in government spending and warns about the dangers of rising national debt.
Legislation from Rep. Stephanie McClintock to enhance teenage work hours unanimously passes the House
House Bill 1121, introduced by Rep. Stephanie McClintock, aims to expand work hour flexibility for high school students enrolled in CTE programs.
Commission on Aging hosts discussion about housing options for older adults
The Commission on Aging will host a public discussion on housing options for seniors on March 19, featuring local experts in affordable and specialized housing.
Camas-Washougal Community Chest awards 39 grants for more than $150,000
The Camas-Washougal Community Chest awarded 39 grants totaling over $50,000 to support local nonprofits helping residents in need.
Car crashes into West Vancouver building
A car crashed into a West Vancouver building Tuesday afternoon, with no reported injuries and an investigation ongoing.