New Poll Shows Washington Voters Overwhelmingly Reject Democrat’s Higher Taxes
Washington voters are sending a clear message to lawmakers in Olympia: rein in spending, don’t raise taxes. New polling from the Napolitan News Service reveals strong opposition to proposed tax hikes, particularly those aimed at closing a
Spokane City Council shelves ordinance to reinstate Prop 1 – for now
(The Center Square) – Despite overwhelming support, the Spokane City Council voted Monday against reinstating a public camping ban after the Washington State Supreme Court invalidated the law last week. The high court said Proposition 1, which
Economist: Washington's property tax cap is holding the state back
(The Center Square) – An economist says removing Washington’s 1% property tax cap could help ease projected budget shortfalls at both the state and local levels. Washington faces a projected budget shortfall of up to $15 billion
WATCH: WA K-12 savings bill moves ahead sans amendment capping pay for superintendents
(The Center Square) – Legislation meant to implement K-12 savings and efficiencies is scheduled for a public hearing in the Senate Ways & Means Committee on Tuesday afternoon. House Bill 2050, which adjusts the monthly funding distribution
Harvard sues Trump administration over frozen federal funding
Minnesota state employee arrested for Tesla vandalism avoids charges through diversion program
NHL Playoffs Round 1: Capitals, Jets, Stars and Kings all win
The Washington Capitals defeated the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 to take a 1-0 lead in their best-of-seven, first-round Stanley Cup playoff series on Monday. Alex Ovechkin scored the winning goal in overtime as the Capitals held off a
NBA Playoffs: Pistons defeat Knicks, Clippers beat Nuggets in Game 2 matchups
The Detroit Pistons defeated the New York Knicks 100-94 in Game 2 of their playoffs at Madison Square Garden on Monday, to tie the series at 1-1. Cade Cunningham had 33 points and 12 rebounds, with Dennis
Passengers safely evacuated after Delta flight catches fire at Orlando airport
A Delta Airlines flight with more than 200 passengers on board caught fire Monday in Florida while on the runway, with the passengers forced to evacuate onto the tarmac at Orlando International Airport after one of the
Gunman in 2019 El Paso Walmart attack pleads guilty to capital murder
The man responsible for a racially motivated attack that left 23 people dead at a Walmart in El Paso in 2019 entered a guilty plea to capital murder charges in a Texas state courtroom on Monday. His