A $10B Deficit – Governor Inslee Calls for Cuts
Due to an increasing demand for public services, in addition to lower tax collections, Washington is facing an estimated operating budget shortage ranging from $10 billion to $12 billion over …
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Ballot Boxes Set On Fire In Washington and Oregon
In a series of events leading up to Election Day, three ballot drop boxes in the Portland, Oregon area and Vancouver, Washington, were set on fire, damaging hundreds of ballots. …
WA Gov. Inslee Not Seeking a Fourth Term in Office: A Look Back on his Legacy
Washington State governor Jay Inslee announced on Monday that he has decided not to try for another term as governor, signaling what will be the end of the longest governorship …
What is the Washington State Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People Task Force?
In late March of 2022, Washington state Gov. Jay Inslee instituted House Bill 1725 that developed a statewide emergency alert system for missing Indigenous people. This bill marked the first …
Nearly 300 New Americans take Oath at Seattle Citizenship Ceremony
A naturalization ceremony in Seattle occurred on America’s Independence Day, celebrated this past Monday, in recognition of the nation’s growth as approximately 300 immigrants became American citizens. America’s melting pot …
Washington Makes Major Shift Towards All-Electric Vehicle Fleet
Gov. Jay Inslee has signed an executive order where the end goal is to move the state government vehicles to an all-electric fleet by 2035. The order was announced in …
King County to Expand COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts
In light of the unprecedented growth of COVID-19, King County Executive Dow Constantine plans to allocate 7 million dollars to COVID-19 vaccine relief. This includes the creation of high-volume COVID-19 …
New COVID Restrictions implemented in Washington State as cases surge
On Sunday, Nov. 15, Gov. Jay Inslee declared Washington State would be under new COVID-19 restrictions. During a press conference, Gov. Inslee stated, “Today, Sunday, November 15, 2020, is the …
Jay Inslee wins third term as governor; down-ballot races mixed.
During one of the most critical general elections of the United States, occurring amid a global pandemic, Washington has counted the majority of the state’s votes in many important races …
2020 Washington State Gubernatorial Election Guide
The 2020 Washington State gubernatorial election provides voters an opportunity to voice their opinion on how a wide range of issues will be handled going forward. The two major party …
Governor Inslee loosens COVID restrictions across the state
Governor Jay Inslee has decided to allow the opening of more businesses and the lifting of restrictions for activities in Washington state. This decision was made while COVID-19 case numbers …
Jay Inslee releases Washington State recovery plan
Washington State Governor Jay Inslee released his plan for a return to normal from the coronavirus crisis this week, explaining how and when restrictions will be lifted or relaxed. “It …
COVID Creates Rising Tension Among WA Prison Population
The COVID-19 pandemic has reached Washington State’s Monroe Correctional Complex, and concerns are rising after a riot from the prison on April 8. As a result of the riot, Gov. …
Coronavirus Shutdown Order Puts Construction On Hold Across The State
On March 26, Gov. Jay Inslee’s first order requiring all nonessential workers to stay home for two weeks took effect. The memorandum clarifies that nearly all construction is nonessential. However, …
The aftermath of Tim Eyman’s $30 tabs initiative
Initiative 976, or the Limits on Motor Vehicle Taxes and Fees Measure (the $30 car tabs initiative) was approved by Washington voters during the state’s general election in November of …