Politics WA voters poised to reject two initiatives, accept other two Ballot measures to repeal the capital gains tax and cap-and-trade are behind, a new Cascade PBS/Elway poll found. But a significant number remain undecided. by Venice Buhain / October 17, 2024
Politics 5 takeaways from the WA public lands commissioner debate Democrat Dave Upthegrove and Republican Jaime Herrera Beutler disagreed on how to preserve and monetize the DNR’s 5.6 million acres of managed land. by Venice Buhain / September 18, 2024
Politics WA Public Lands Commissioner primary likely headed for a recount Currently, Democrat Dave Upthegrove and Republican Sue Kuehl Pederson are neck and neck for second place behind Jaime Herrera Beutler. by Venice Buhain / August 20, 2024
Politics What does the Washington state insurance commissioner do? Eight candidates are vying for the position after longtime incumbent Mike Kreidler announced he would not seek reelection. by Venice Buhain / July 29, 2024
News WA housing discrimination complaints dip, bucking national trend Allegations are down by over 50% in the state, with most coming from people with disabilities. But claims are at an all-time high nationally. by Laurel Demkovich Washington State Standard / July 22, 2024
Environment Wildlife advocates skeptical of WA wolf count As the state considers removing the species’ endangered status, some argue that the Colville Tribe’s recent population estimate is implausibly high. by Alex Brown & Laurel Demkovich Washington State Standard / July 16, 2024
News WA spent $5B over past decade on homelessness, housing programs The money has helped accelerate housing construction in the state, but there’s still only one affordable home for every five households that need one. by Laurel Demkovich Washington State Standard / May 27, 2024
Politics Who’s running for office in Washington state this year? Just over a thousand people statewide declared their candidacies in the 2024 elections as filing week ended. Here are the races to watch. by Venice Buhain / May 13, 2024 / Updated May 13, 5:56 p.m.
News Next stop: Sound Transit East Line now links Bellevue to Redmond Despite delays connecting the 2 Line to Seattle, hundreds rode the rails this weekend as the eight stations opened after years of construction. by Jadenne Radoc Cabahug & Venice Buhain / April 29, 2024 / Updated at 2:19 p.m. on May 6
Environment Washington’s gray wolf populations are making a strong comeback “Recovery is happening right before our eyes.” The species grew by 20% in WA last year, but advocates warn against declaring victory too early. by Laurel Demkovich Washington State Standard / April 26, 2024