Washington – Page 13

Environment and climate bills that passed and failed in WA’s legislative session

March 22, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off

by Aspen Ford, Washington State StandardMarch 22, 2026 With just three more sessions scheduled before state law mandates greenhouse gas emissions in Washington be at least 45% below 1990 levels, lawmakers took this year to […]

After shocking revelations, WA leaders reconsider Cesar Chavez recognition

March 20, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off

by Jerry Cornfield and Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State StandardMarch 20, 2026 State lawmakers and the governor are rethinking how Washington marks the legacy of Cesar Chavez following stunning accusations of sexual abuse against the transformational […]

WA governor prepares to meet with NBA commissioner as hopes rise for Sonics’ return

March 20, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State StandardMarch 20, 2026 Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson on Thursday previewed an upcoming meeting with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver ahead of a planned vote on league expansion that could bring men’s […]

Rep. Eslick’s new Blue Envelope program aims to improve safety for neurodivergent drivers during traffic stops

March 20, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off

A new statewide program is designed to help drivers with autism and other communication challenges safely navigate traffic stops with law enforcement. John Sattgast reports. A bill signed into law by Governor Bob Ferguson creates […]

Elephant in the Dome Podcast | A ‘Train Wreck’ for Washington? Inside the 2026 Legislative Session

March 19, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off

Washington’s 2026 legislative session ended with a historic income tax proposal, an $80 billion state budget, and major fights over agriculture, law enforcement, and business regulation. Senate Republican Leader John Braun joins The Elephant in […]