Washington State Legislature approves initiatives on police pursuits, banning income tax, and a K-12 parental rights manifesto, set to become state law by early June.

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell reaches a provisional deal with the Coalition of City Unions to potentially raise wages for over 7,000 city workers to address the cost of living.

A former WSDOT economist sues Washington State, alleging he was ousted for refusing to alter a report on the Climate Commitment Act's impact on fuel costs.

Seattle's Mayor Bruce Harrell unveils the Draft One Seattle Plan to introduce diverse housing options and increase neighborhood densities to address the city's housing crisis and accommodate future growth.

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell presents the Draft One Seattle Plan to diversify housing and tackle growth, inspired by his upbringing in a redlined district.

King County plans to open five crisis care centers by 2030 targeting mental health, backed by a property tax levy, and announces a multifaceted strategy to tackle the fentanyl crisis.

The Washington state legislature passed Initiative 2113, altering police pursuit laws to allow more leeway for vehicle chases, amid concerns of increased crime and pursuit-related dangers.

Judge Pooja Vaddadi in Seattle faces numerous affidavits of prejudice, questioning her impartiality and potentially impacting her future case assignments.

John Kerry reflects on his role as U.S. Climate Envoy, highlighting the success of the recent climate talks in Dubai and the agreement to move away from fossil fuels. He vows to continue his work on climate change post-retirement.

Seattle opens grant applications for K-12 summer learning programs, targeting at-risk youth and addressing educational inequities, with awards up to $80,000 per summer.

Seattle’s DEEL grants $2.8 million to six CBOs for programs that support the cultural and educational development of BIPOC, immigrant, and refugee youth.

MOD Pizza paid $80,000 to employees and a $622.85 fine for a second violation of Seattle's scheduling law, not providing work schedules 14 days in advance.

Washington lawmakers have approved HB 2382, ensuring rideshare drivers' families receive survivor benefits through the state workers' compensation system.