Obituaries
Donna Praast | Obituary
Donna Jeanne Welch Praast passed away on Feb. 25, 2023, at age 85. She was born Feb. 18,…
News
Push to lower legal limit to 0.05 for driving drunk falls short
OLYMPIA — An effort to lower the legal limit for driving drunk has come up short.
News
House Democrats push Washington closer to assault weapons ban
Their bill outlawing the manufacture and sale of certain guns passed the state House. No Republican voted for…
Northwest
Four juveniles injured after late-night collision in Renton
18-year-old man reportedly ran a red light in a stolen vehicle on Rainier Avenue
News
In Olympia, Finnish president makes case for NATO, strong ties with WA
Sauli Niinistö became the first foreign head of state to address a joint session of the state Legislature…
News
Masking requirements in healthcare, other facilities to end April 3
DOH still recommends masks for patients, healthcare providers, and visitors in healthcare settings.
Opinion
Pandemic made us realize the value of local pharmacists | Brunell
While the coronavirus clobbered many businesses, pharmacies were not among them. In fact, since the World Health Organization…
News
Divisive bills on pursuits, gun purchases edge closer to House votes
And a comprehensive remaking of state’s approach to drug possession advances toward action in the Senate.
Opinion
Washington needs a pragmatic approach for helping asylum seekers | Guest column
By Hayley Richbart, asylum case manager, Jewish Family Service of Seattle
Obituaries
Sandra Minear | Obituary
Sandra (Sandee) Duiese Minear, 81, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister of Stanwood, Washington, passed away peacefully on…
News
Legislation seeks to strenghten Washington’s abortion laws
OLYMPIA — A day after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade last June, Democratic Gov. Jay…
News
House committee steers vehicle pursuit bill forward
Revisions will make it easier for police officers to engage in a chase. Changes would expire in 2025…
News
Lunar New Year proposed as Washington’s next state holiday
A bill to make it a legal holiday awaits a key vote. Some Asian American constituents were opposed,…
Obituaries
Roy W. Smith | Obituary
Passed away December 18th 2022. He was 95 years old and lived a full and wonderful life. He…
News
Lawmakers seek lasting approach to drug possession after Blake decision
OLYMPIA — Lawmakers are at a crossroads again on what to do about illegal drug possession.
Opinion
For every vote to count, Kent needs district-based elections | Guest column
By Mónica Mendoza-Castrejón
News
Democrats advance assault weapons ban, new rules for gun buyers
The measures passed a House committee without Republican support. They are part of a broader agenda to curb…
Sports
Washington pickleball fans may may soon have special license plate
Enthusiasts are teaming up on a bill for a special plate. Proceeds would build and maintain courts.
News
Effort begins to lower the legal limit for driving drunk
Washington could join Utah with toughest standard in the nation. Change concerns wine and hospitality industries.
