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Republican Joe Kent announces intent to run again for 3rd Congressional District seat again in two years
At a Thursday night Patriot’s United event in Washougal, Republican 3rd Congressional Candidate Joe Kent announced his intentions to run for the position once again in the next election.
Progressive groups applaud including capital gains tax in Inslee’s proposed budget
The constitutionality of the capital gains income tax rests on whether it’s characterized as an income tax, as opponents claim, or an excise tax, as supporters assert.
Opinion: Governor explains why there’s no middle-class tax relief in his budget
Gov. Jay Inslee says states offering middle-class tax relief are different than Washington.
GOP report ties COVID origins to China’s bioweapons program
A report by Republicans on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence concludes there are “indications” the COVID-19 pandemic is tied to China’s biological weapons research program at the…
Opposing statements sought for Feb. 14 ballot measures
For the February 2022 special election, the Elections Office, as the filing officer, has identified three propositions that do not have citizens appointed to write a statement against.
Opinion: Tolling’s political pileup
If the Oregon Department of Transportation has its way, Portland-area freeways won’t be free for much longer. Tolling is coming to Oregon, and it’s coming in about two years.
Burglary suspect shot and killed by homeowner
Burglary suspect shot and killed by homeowner. The unknown male broke a second story window of the home, entered the residence and was confronted by the homeowner.
POLL: Should Washington state workers fired during the pandemic because of the vaccine mandate be reinstated to their jobs?
Should Washington state workers fired during the pandemic because of the vaccine mandate be reinstated to their jobs?
Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue responds to fatal house fire
Two adults and several pets perished in a house fire early Thursday (Dec. 15) in North Clark County.
Inslee proposes $70.4 billion budget with major focus on homeless crisis
Washington State Gov. Jay Inslee unveiled his proposed $70.4 billion 2023-25 operating budget on Wednesday afternoon. He emphasized that it addresses housing and homelessness, as well as the issues…
Opinion: House Bill 1029 aims to reemploy workers forced out of jobs for lack of a COVID-19 vaccination
Elizabeth Hovde of the Washington Policy Center is hopeful the bill and others will ensure lawmakers openly discuss how the mandate brings no demonstrable public health benefit while taking away pe…
25-year-old former college football player dies suddenly
A 25-year-old former college football player died after suffering a heart attack while jogging.
New passenger trains coming to the I-5 corridor
A new fleet of Northwest-themed Amtrak Cascades trains will transport passengers in style between Seattle, Vancouver, BC, Portland and other stations along the I-5 corridor when eight new train set…
Homeless Persons Memorial Day scheduled
Homeless Persons Memorial Day scheduled. The annual event, set for Dec. 21, offers an opportunity to remember our neighbors who passed in 2022.
Governor’s budget proposal is a disappointment for Washington families, says Sen. Lynda Wilson
The budget leader for Washington’s Senate Republicans said the 2023-25 operating budget proposal made public Wednesday (Dec. 14) by Gov. Jay Inslee fails to put priority on issues that affect Washi…
Federal Reserve hikes rates again
The U.S. Federal Reserve announced a new rate increase of half a percentage point Wednesday in its ongoing effort to curb inflation.
Musk hints he has messages from Fauci team urging Twitter to censor foes
Twitter CEO Elon Musk hinted Wednesday he has unearthed messages from Dr. Anthony Fauci’s team urging Twitter to censor anyone who didn’t comply with the federal government’s official narrative on…
Opinion: Summary of capital gains income tax amicus briefs
Jason Mercier of the Washington Policy Center offers a recap of arguments that the capital gains tax is an excise tax and those claiming it is unconstitutional.