Gov. Bob Ferguson signed HB 2632 to swap “alien” for “noncitizen” in most Washington statutes; supporters praise clarity while critics warn of drafting confusion. The new wording applies to laws enacted after July 1, 2026.

Nearly 30 Ninth Circuit judges rebuked a colleague for coarse language in a dispute over a Lynnwood women‑only spa. The court denied rehearing and the panel ruling remains in place.

DHS sent a Washington man a $1.82M civil penalty for failing to leave after a removal order, his lawyer says. Rule changes in 2025 and legal challenges raise due‑process questions.

Ben Shuldiner plans to pare Seattle Public Schools’ central office, letting positions go unfilled to redirect funds and simplify decision-making amid a multimillion-dollar gap.

Shelby Parker, who has led Olympia police as interim since June 2025, was named the city’s permanent chief. Her commissioning is set for March 24; a public open house follows March 31.

A new state measure gives Spokane’s waste‑to‑energy plant temporary free carbon allowances and an extended timetable, shielding local ratepayers from roughly $15M through 2030.

A data project shows the old PERS money-match still produces hundreds of six-figure pensions even as the formula is phased out for new hires. The system has $100B+ in assets but heavy long-term obligations.

Two initiatives would ban trans girls from girls’ teams and restore a broad parents’‑rights law; Olympia has until March 12 to act or voters decide in November.

Local advocates want Seattle to add “family and relationship structure” to city nondiscrimination law after recent West Coast wins.

Puget Sound Energy filed a three‑year plan asking regulators for big electric and gas increases across 2027–2029. Regulators will review the request while customers eye assistance options.

Gov. Bob Ferguson signed HB 2355 Monday, creating minimum‑wage, overtime and contract protections for nannies, housekeepers and other domestic workers statewide.

A Gig Harbor resident has formed an exploratory committee to study carving 'Peninsula County' out of Pierce County. Organizers say the constitutional path would require tens of thousands of validated signatures and legislative approval.

Bloomberg reports Boeing may announce about 500 737 MAX jets during President Trump’s March state visit to China. The potential order could accelerate Everett production and reshape Boeing’s delivery calendar.