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Gov. signs Washington state budget

On April 1, Gov. Bob Ferguson signed a budget that depends on rainy day reserves, one-time maneuvers and…

Traffic moves southbound on Highway 99 underneath Highway 525 on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026 in Lynnwood, Washington. File photo/Sound Publishing

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Highway preservation at center of new transportation budget in WA

Gov. Bob Ferguson on March 31 signed a spending plan for the state transportation system that he said…

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Pharmaceutical giants sue WA over new drug pricing law

Two of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies sued Washington state on March 25, alleging a new law to…

Supporters of Washington’s new income tax on millionaires celebrate as Gov. Bob Ferguson prepares to sign it on Monday, March 30, 2026, in Olympia. (Photo by Aspen Ford/Washington State Standard)

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Gov. signs ‘millionaires tax’ with legal challenge close behind

Washington Democratic Gov. Bob Ferguson on March 30 signed historic legislation creating an income tax, saying it is…

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WA’s status solidifies as one of the most expensive places in U.S.

In the past decade, Washington has become one of the most expensive states to live in.

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Gov. signs law to undo WA estate tax increase

Washington will soon end its reign as the state with the nation’s highest estate tax.

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Amazon and Walmart fined for selling banned refrigerant in WA

Retail giants Amazon and Walmart are collectively facing over a million dollars in environmental fines from Washington state’s…

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Gov. signs bill addressing WA retailers’ penny problem

A new Washington state law offers a way to make change in an era without pennies.

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2026 Mariners menu preview: Best food at T-Mobile Park

The Ferry Boat Souvenir was eye catching, but here are some bites that really stole the show.

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WA students at private universities to see state financial aid cut

This fall, students in Washington who attend private universities and receive state financial aid will see their tuition…

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Condolences climb for WA pilot killed in Iraq

Condolences continue to mount for Capt. Ariana Savino, 31, of Covington, one of six U.S. airmen killed when…

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WA law will make it easier to distribute abortion pill stockpile

Washington earlier this year had to return 30,000 expiring doses from its abortion pill stockpile to the manufacturer.

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Businesses can’t require microchip implants for workers under new WA law

Injected under the skin, usually between the thumb and index finger, microchip implants can serve as identification or…