Politics WA lawmakers want to make tampons cheaper by cutting 'pink tax' Many Washington lawmakers would like to get rid of the state's sales tax on feminine hygiene products. The question is how to pay for it. by Melissa Santos / February 22, 2019
Politics Public-records debate in Olympia may be decided in court A bill that would have let legislators dodge some requirements of Washington's Public Records Act has been declared dead. But the conversation is far from over. by Melissa Santos / February 21, 2019
Politics 4 ways WA lawmakers are still trying to keep secrets After legislators failed last year to exempt themselves from the state's Public Records Act, one lawmaker has a new proposal. by Melissa Santos / February 13, 2019
Politics Is it time for WA to give ranked-choice voting a shot? Some lawmakers say it could make for less divided politics. Others remain wary based on Pierce County’s experience a decade ago. by Melissa Santos / February 20, 2019
Politics In Washington, teen sexting is a felony — but that could change Olympia is reconsidering a law that treats teens who swap nude selfies as harshly as adults who deal in child pornography. by Melissa Santos / March 5, 2019
Politics New WA bill aims to prevent an Electoral College revolt in 2020 The push by legislators comes after four 'faithless electors' went rogue in 2016. by Melissa Santos / February 13, 2019
Politics How punishing people for 'doxxing' could prove tricky for WA lawmakers Lawmakers want to address the malicious posting of people's personal information, but First Amendment concerns complicate matters. by Melissa Santos / January 28, 2022
Politics Seattle's 2022 election season is already heating up With 5 open seats representing Seattle in the Legislature and a new county prosecutor coming in, lots of interesting competition is expected. by Melissa Santos / January 27, 2022 / Updated at 3:12 p.m. Wednesday, March 16