Washington State Rep. Mari Leavitt has been selected for the prestigious CSG Henry Toll Fellowship, aimed at fostering leadership among state officials.

Progressive candidate Katie Wilson leads the Seattle mayoral primary against incumbent Mayor Bruce Harrell, with homelessness and affordability as key issues.

Washington Attorney General Nick Brown is allocating $200,000 to a Vancouver nonprofit for community investment following a legal case against the Noble Foundation.

A federal court issued an injunction to stop the Trump administration from diverting FEMA disaster mitigation funds, following a lawsuit from a coalition of states.

Pierce County Auditor's Office seeks residents to write for/against statements on local propositions for the voters' pamphlet, with an August 7 deadline for committee applications.

North Bend is reinitiating its Water Conservation Ordinance starting August 15 to address climate change-related water challenges, with Stage 1 restrictions affecting watering times.

Seattle City Council approves a measure for the November ballot on small business tax relief and generating $81 million in progressive city revenue, aiming to lower B&O tax for 90% of businesses.

The Seattle City Council unanimously approved the 'Seattle Shield Initiative' for the November ballot to amend the city's B&O tax structure, favoring small businesses.

Tukwila City Council seeks a new pro tem member for Position 6, requiring applicants to be local voters with at least one year's residence. Applications are due by August 15, 2025, with interviews set for August 25.

Snohomish County seeks proposals for better behavioral health facilities with $6M available; applications due by August 29, 2025, with mandatory info sessions in August.

Clark County Public Works plans to construct a roundabout at Northeast 179th Street and Northeast 29th Avenue, with a two-year project timeline starting late August. Public meeting scheduled for August 12.

Clark County seeks volunteers for its Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee, with four open seats to advise on non-motorized transportation planning and safety. Applications are due by August 31, 2025.

Seattle Mayor and City Council President propose legislation to simplify the permitting process for small businesses, potentially quickening the opening of commercial spaces and reviving local economy.