Opinion
Washington high court charts less punitive path on juvenile justice
With the Monschke decision, the state Supreme Court expanded the definition of youth in murder cases. No other court has done so.
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Environment
Washington’s razor clam season shut down by hazardous algal blooms
For thousands in the state, razor clamming represents culture and heritage. But state and tribal agencies are trying to protect people from harmful toxins.
Politics
With budget crisis averted, WA lawmakers consider more pandemic relief
Billions in federal aid, plus rebounding state revenue, leave legislators in a good position. Democrats are still looking to collect more in taxes.
Politics
Police accountability agenda loses some teeth in WA Legislature
While some police reforms are advancing, efforts to create stronger community oversight boards and make it easier to sue police for misconduct have stalled.
Politics
Clean fuel legislation could be blocked again by one WA Democrat
For a third time, lawmakers in Olympia hope to spur more biofuel and electric cars with new restrictions on greenhouse gases.