Tacoma considers a 0.1% sales tax hike to fund criminal justice, exempting essentials to ease low-income impact. If passed, it takes effect April 1, 2026.

Washington's AG and legislators introduce the Immigrant Worker Protection Act, providing key safeguards for immigrant employees, requiring employer transparency, and aiming to reduce workplace disruptions.

Dr. Barbra Villona has been appointed as the new health officer for Thurston County's PHSS, succeeding Dr. Abdelmalek after a competitive recruitment process.

Shinn & Son farm agrees to pay $300,000 and change hiring practices after Washington state orders it under a consent decree for discriminatory and deceptive hiring.

Seattle concluded its participation in the UN Generation Restoration Program, recognized as a "Role Model City" for its efforts in ecosystem restoration and environmental sustainability.

AG Nick Brown obtained a preliminary injunction to stop a federal bill from defunding Planned Parenthood through Medicaid, which secures healthcare services for low-income individuals.

Eddie Lin has been inducted as Seattle's District 2 councilmember, with pledges to address housing, childcare, and education, drawing on his law background and area roots.

The Seattle Police Department is working on building community relationships through compassion and is seeking recruits, especially women, who share this vision of service.

King County Executive Girmay Zahilay spent his first workday on a Regional Day of Service supporting local food banks and encouraging community involvement in food security.

King County sues the Trump administration over changes to federal housing funding, alleging unreasonable restrictions that could affect 4,500 households.

Eddie Lin was sworn in as Seattle City Council's District 2 representative; he aims to address housing, childcare, and student needs. His term runs until 2027.

Washington State's AI Task Force released an interim report with policy recommendations to balance AI innovation and rights protection, led by the Attorney General's Office.

Handy Technologies settled with Seattle OLS for $135,723.53 over alleged DWO violations, including failure to meet minimum wage and provide breaks to domestic workers.