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VIDEO: Washington lawmakers clash over bills directed at limiting ICE officers
A heated House committee hearing on legislation aimed at limiting ICE officers in Washington was temporarily recessed after sharp exchanges between law…
Opinion: Olympia wants a 4-day work week. It won’t work out as the politicians think it will
Mark Harmsworth argues that House Bill 2611’s proposed 32-hour workweek would raise costs, strain small businesses, and undermine Washington’s economic competitiveness.
Republicans celebrate school choice in US Senate hearing, while Dems question fairness
Republicans and Democrats clashed during a U.S. Senate hearing over school choice, with supporters praising expanded options for families and critics warning the policies could deepen inequities in…
Opinion: The many reminders not to speed
…speeding and explains why most drivers still choose not to use them voluntarily.
WA Senate passes bill banning law enforcement from wearing masks amid ICE activity
…te approved Senate Bill 5855, sending the proposal to the House and advancing a debate over whether law enforcement officers, including federal agents, should be barred from wearing masks during publi…
Opinion: Free care for people who don’t live here? It’s being encouraged — HB 2250 can help
…hington’s current charity care rules encourage out-of-state use of non-emergency hospital services and supports HB 2250 to restore residency-based limits.
Opinion: Update on legislation to restore fairness and local control to transit governing boards and a bill to create accountability for the I-5 Bridge project
Rep. John Ley outlines the status of several bills addressing transit governance, accountability for the Interstate 5 Bridge Replacement Project, criminal sentencing stand…
Opinion: More accountability needed – Defrauding state programs is stealing from taxpayers
…shington’s Community Reinvestment Plan undermine taxpayer trust and calls for stronger accountability through Senate Bill 6205.
Rep. Kevin Waters sponsors bill that would strengthen wildfire prevention and provide counties with a new revenue option
House Bill 2653 would allow Washington counties to manage fuel breaks on federally owned land near roadways and retain revenue from timber sal…
Clark County Council discusses statement regarding ICE
Clark County Council members debated whether issuing a statement on ICE would ease community concerns or further complicate law enforcement operations in the county.
Grand Finale of Brush Strokes in Motion this Fri. & Sat. at RedDoor features Mathieson & Clarkson
RedDoor Gallery will wrap up its Brush Strokes in Motion series with live art demonstrations by Cheryl Mathieson and Matthew Clarkson during two afternoon events in Camas.
Leslie Lewallen stays and fights for Washington as director of Future 42 Clark County
…he Clark County chapter of Future 42, a new organization focused on policy advocacy, accountability, and engaging persuadable voters at the local and state level.