BREAKING: Chinese officials consider allowing Elon Musk to buy TikTok: report
Critics say WA’s domestic extremism task force lacks viewpoint diversity
(The Center Square) – More than a dozen people registered to provide public comment at the second meeting of the Domestic Extremism and Mass Violence Task Force. Their feedback uniformly criticized the lack of diversity among the
Rent control takes center stage on first day of 2025 WA legislative session
(The Center Square) – Monday marked the beginning of the 105-day legislative session in Washington state. During this session, lawmakers will address a variety of challenges and issues, including a projected operating budget gap, public safety, housing,
Snohomish County Councilmember Nate Nehring running for reelection
(The Center Square) – Snohomish County Council Chair Nate Nehring has announced his campaign for reelection. Nehring represents Snohomish County District 1, which includes the cities of Marysville, Arlington, Stanwood and Granite Falls. Nehring was first elected
LA fires likely began as reignition of New Year’s fire that LAFD ignored once it went cold: report
FDA rule limiting nicotine in cigarettes could impact US economy by $30B annually
(The Center Square) – The federal government is considering a proposal to limit nicotine in cigarettes as smoking hits historic lows; if approved, it could result in a loss of over $30 billion annually in economic output.
Drivers, union voice frustrations over safety concerns on King County Metro buses
(The Center Square) – King County Metro workers are calling for an urgent response to safety concerns as county council members explore solutions. The King County Committee of the Whole held its first meeting of the year
Op-Ed: Are changes needed to Idaho's initiative process?
One of the most important powers secured by Idaho’s constitution is the right of the people to reject and propose laws via a referendum or initiative. The initiative power is subject to conditions set by the Legislature
Carlson conclusion: budget deception in 2025 WA Legislature
Be warned about the projected $10 billion (or larger) Washington budget deficit, says KVI morning show host, John Carlson. Carlson alerts KVI listeners, saying, “A deficit in Olympia means that the amount of money that we (majority