Burien seeks community members for pro and con committees on a public safety levy measure, with a July 9 application deadline and an August deadline for statements and rebuttals.

Governor Ferguson criticizes a new bill that reduces federal incentives for renewable energy and increases subsidies for fossil fuels, potentially impacting Washington's economy, jobs, and electricity costs.

Seattle Mayor Harrell criticized Trump's budget bill for cuts affecting the vulnerable, detailing health insurance losses and SNAP reductions, and proposed a local revenue plan to mitigate impacts.

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson announced SNAP benefits will be reduced due to a new bill, affecting 1 million residents, with the average family losing $56/month and facing new work requirements.

Congressional Republicans cut Medicaid funds in Washington state, impacting healthcare for vulnerable populations and possibly leading to coverage loss and hospital closures, with rural areas hit hard. Governor Ferguson criticizes the decision.

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson announced cuts to the state's SNAP benefits due to a new bill, affecting 1 million residents, with possible additional work requirements and significant economic implications.

Washington and other states support a legal challenge to prevent the termination of the Job Corps program, providing vital support for low-income youth.

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and the State Department of Transportation launched the WAHCAP to reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions and maintain habitat connectivity.

A court blocked the Trump administration's HHS reorganization plan, halting job cuts and service disruptions after a lawsuit by state attorneys general.

The Washington Department of Ecology funds 101 clean water projects with $188 million to improve water quality across the state, despite potential future federal budget cuts.

Seattle authorities remind residents to avoid personal fireworks for the 4th of July, encouraging them to attend the professional display at Lake Union instead, and offer safety tips for the holiday.

Washington leads a 16-state lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education for cutting K-12 mental health funding, impacting services post-Uvalde tragedy.

The Washington AGO and TAC released a preliminary report on Indian boarding schools, outlining historical abuses and steps for policy reform and healing for Indigenous communities.