Washington predicted to end year with no public pension debt, new study reports
(The Center Square) – Thanks to smart fiscal decisions made decades ago, Washington state is one of only two states – the other being...
King County’s public defense attorneys plea for change to caseload standard
(The Center Square) – King County’s Class A qualified public defense attorneys are pleading to the council to seek new caseload standards, saying lawyers...
Major disaster declaration sought for Spokane wildland fires
(The Center Square) – Three congressional members from Washington state are urging President Biden to support Gov. Jay Inslee’s request for a “major disaster...
King County considers adding sales tax to generate $70M for cultural programs
(The Center Square) – The King County Council will consider a new sales tax that would generate more than $70 million in revenue for...
WA SOPB chair reiterates support for community notification on sex offenders
(The Center Square) – Brad Meryhew, chair of the Washington State Sex Offender Policy Board, said he wants to clear the air regarding a...