OLYMPIA – Secretary of State Steve Hobbs is encouraging Washington residents, public employees, and state retirees to help residents of Western Washington affected by flooding from this week’s atmospheric river. Secretary Hobbs authorized the activation […]
by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State StandardDecember 11, 2025 Washington state awaits an answer on its request for federal aid as it deals with unprecedented river flooding from days of heavy rain. There were no known […]
by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State StandardDecember 11, 2025 Drivers won’t pay higher tolls to pass through the Highway 99 tunnel in Seattle during next summer’s FIFA World Cup. The Washington State Transportation Commission voted unanimously […]
OLYMPIA – Washington’s economy decreased by an estimated 14,500 jobs (seasonally adjusted) in September 2025, and the monthly unemployment rate remained at 4.5%. September employment numbers were delayed because of the six-week federal government shutdown, which took […]
OLYMPIA – A proposal from Sen. Jeff Wilson, R-Longview, would expand Washington state’s efforts to control sea lions by asking boaters for voluntary contributions when they renew vessel licenses. Senate Bill 5851, pre-filed for consideration in […]
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