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Title IX fight escalates as WA districts push back on gender identity policies
School districts in Washington are filing civil rights complaints against the state over gender identity policies, prompting a federal Title IX investigation.
Video: White House holds briefing on ‘Restoring Common Sense’
The White House hosted a May 1 press briefing on “Restoring Common Sense” as the nation reflected on the first 100 days of President Trump’s current term.
Opinion: Washington state Legislature 2025: That’s a wrap
Elizabeth New (Hovde) of the Washington Policy Center breaks down the highlights and lowlights of Washington’s 2025 legislative session, warning of rising taxes and new mandates.
John Jay announces candidacy for Clark County Charter Review Commission
John Jay has announced his candidacy for Clark County Charter Review Commission District Three, Position 3, emphasizing transparency, efficiency, and balanced governance.
Candidate filing week begins Monday
Candidate Filing Week for Washington’s 2025 election cycle runs May 5–9, with declarations and payments due by 5 p.m. Friday.
17th District lawmakers secure more than $46 million in the 2025-27 capital and transportation budgets
17th District lawmakers helped secure more than $46 million in the state’s 2025–27 capital and transportation budgets for key projects across Camas, Washougal, Vancouver, and Southwest Washington.
Opinion: The Washington State 2025-27 Budget proposal is out and legislators are still spending money the state doesn’t have
Mark Harmsworth of the Washington Policy Center critiques the 2025-27 state budget as unsustainable, calling for reforms in spending, taxation, and accountability.
Wins and losses: WA legislative leaders share takeaways on this year’s session
Lawmakers from both parties weighed in on the wins and losses from this year’s 105-day Washington legislative session, with tax policy and budget decisions at the forefront.
Opinion: ‘The results of the April 22 special election give me some hope that voters have had enough of the nonsense’
Editor Ken Vance reflects on the rejection of all three tax-related propositions in the April 22 special election, connecting the result to financial realities facing working families.
‘Main Street, not Wall Street’: Trump defends tariffs, touts immigration success
President Donald Trump marked the 100th day of his second term with a rally in Michigan, defending his immigration crackdown and tariffs while claiming sweeping policy wins.
Letter: ‘Democrats never met an increase in fees, taxes or charges they wouldn’t vote for’
Amboy resident Thomas Schenk argues that unchecked one-party Democrat rule in Washington state has led to steep increases in taxes and erosion of individual rights — with nonvoters to blame.
Letter: ‘They fear our voices — but we have not yet begun to fight’
In a strongly worded letter, Vancouver resident Justin Forsman accuses local political figures and media of suppressing dissent and free speech during his campaign.
Candidate filing period and online candidate filing begins May 5
The candidate filing period for Clark County’s 2025 elections opens May 5, with online and in-person options available for prospective candidates.
House Democrats advance $18B in tax hike proposals as session winds down
House Democrats in Washington advanced several tax hike proposals as the legislative session nears its end, aiming to address a major budget shortfall.
Republican budget leaders see showdown ahead as Senate Democrats approve trio of major tax increases
Senate Democrats in Washington have approved major tax increases, prompting Republican budget leaders to warn of a growing showdown ahead.
Representatives from the 18th and 20th Legislative Districts to hold joint town hall on May 3
Lawmakers from the 18th and 20th Legislative Districts will host a joint town hall on May 3 at Battle Ground City Hall to review the legislative session and hear from residents.
POLL: Why did voters reject all three tax proposals in the April 22 special election?
Clark County voters rejected all three tax measures on the April 22 special election ballot, prompting questions about trust, affordability, and communication.
Opinion: The war on parental rights
Nancy Churchill argues that Olympia lawmakers are undermining voter-approved parental rights by rewriting key legislation and silencing dissent.