Politics $4K for kids' hearing aids? Many WA insurers won’t help and now parents want a fix A plan in the state Legislature would require private insurers to cover the devices, which must be replaced every few years. by Melissa Santos / December 16, 2019
News SATs no longer required for admission at some Washington colleges More colleges and universities in Washington state are ditching the SAT and ACT as requirements for admissions. It's part of a nationwide trend. by Melissa Santos / December 10, 2019
Politics $30 car tabs on hold, but transportation cuts coming anyway State and local leaders are moving forward as if Initiative 976 is in effect — even though the courts have halted the measure for now. by Melissa Santos / December 6, 2019
Politics Judge presses pause on I-976; car-tab cuts won’t go into effect for now The plaintiffs suing to overturn the initiative “have sufficiently shown they are likely to prevail,” said the King County Superior Court judge. by Melissa Santos / November 26, 2019 / Updated 9:27 a.m. Nov. 28
Politics Who is Tim Eyman and why do so many people hate him? Accused of dishonest dealings and mired in debt, the frequent sponsor of anti-tax ballot measures says he wants to take on a new role in Washington state politics. by Melissa Santos / November 25, 2019
Politics Campaign spending in WA Senate race signals tax battle to come Unions are spending big to unseat a centrist Democrat who opposes tax increases, while business-backed groups fight to keep him. by Melissa Santos / July 28, 2020
News Poll: Inslee ‘way ahead’ of Culp, Eyman for Washington governor Inslee has tepid approval ratings, but Republican candidates are nowhere near him in the latest Crosscut/Elway Poll. by Melissa Santos / July 23, 2020
Politics Black women could triple their numbers in Washington Legislature A Black person hasn't served in the state Senate for a decade. That could change with this year's election. by Melissa Santos / July 17, 2020
Politics Chokeholds, tear gas, police reform top agenda for WA Legislature Recent protests against police brutality could spur new rules — and new ways to hold officers accountable. by Melissa Santos / July 3, 2020
Politics Washington considers online signatures for 2020 initiatives Other states are allowing electronic signatures to count on election petitions during the pandemic. Should Washington do the same? by Melissa Santos / July 1, 2020 / 10:25 p.m. July 1