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The Washington state Capitol building under a clear blue sky.
Government

The new Washington state laws taking effect in January 2024

Gun purchases, street racing and voting rights are among the areas they focus on
Jan. 1, 2024 6:57 a.m.
A Smokey Bear sign propped up in the ground over scorched acreage at the Okanogan Complex Fire.
Government

Only you (almost) can put Smokey Bear on Washington license plates

Putting iconic bear on specialty plate will require public and lawmaker support
Nov. 23, 2023 5:05 a.m.
An aerial view of former Intalco aluminum smelter in Ferndale next to the waters where a cruise ship is docked.
Environment

Whatcom County expects boost from $1B hydrogen investment

Feds name Pacific Northwest among seven 'hydrogen hubs'
Updated Oct. 19, 2023 12:48 p.m.
Government

Washington minimum wage to top $16 an hour next year

The current hourly rate of $15.74 is the highest of any state in the nation
Oct. 7, 2023 5:00 a.m.
State

As paid family leave claims rise in Washington, the wait for benefits gets longer

The time to process an application could reach four months unless dozens more workers are hired, program administrators say
Sept. 20, 2023 4:00 p.m.
The Way Station's front entrance where a group of people are shoveling dirt away from the building.
Housing

Officials break ground on center for unhoused people

The Way Station to open next year in Bellingham
Aug. 18, 2023 5:22 p.m.
Rep. Joe Timmons talks as he holds a microphone close.
Government

Whatcom County lawmakers to host town hall

Shewmake, Timmons to appear at WCC
May 27, 2023 5:00 a.m.
Gov. Jay Inslee shakes hands with audience members at the end of the press conference.
Government

Trans minors protected from parents under Washington law

More than 6 states have passed, considering similar bills, executive orders
May 10, 2023 5:14 p.m.
Elections

WA Public Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz running for governor

Franz has led the department for 7 years
May 10, 2023 4:15 p.m.
Police cruisers parked on the side.
Government

Inslee rolls back limitations on police chases

'Adjustments over time are needed,' he said
May 4, 2023 4:51 p.m.
A needle lies in a bundle of leaves an alley in downtown Bellingham.
Government

Washington state to decriminalize drugs unless lawmakers act

Inslee set special legislative session beginning May 16 to discuss
May 3, 2023 3:19 p.m.
The Pickford Film Center's storefront with a few cars parked at the entrance.
Government

State funds arts, crisis care in Whatcom, Skagit

Capital budget includes new Pickford theater space
May 2, 2023 2:03 p.m.

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