Politics How the WA Legislature plans to go remote during COVID-19 The pandemic is creating more ways for people to make their voices heard at the state Capitol without traveling in person to Olympia. by Melissa Santos / November 6, 2020
Politics WA Democrats see path to cleaner fuels, capital gains tax after election Democrats already had strong majorities, but Tuesday’s election may have created an even more progressive Legislature than before. by Melissa Santos / November 5, 2020
Politics Biden wins WA, Inslee reelected to 3rd term as governor Democrats dominated at the top of the ticket in Washington state, even as the national results in the presidential race remained unclear. by Melissa Santos / November 3, 2020 / Updated 12:11 a.m. November 4
Politics What to expect on election night in Washington state How long will counting ballots take? Will people be demonstrating? Here’s what we’re keeping an eye on tonight. by Melissa Santos / November 3, 2020
Politics How WA officials are fighting election interference in 2020 Intelligence agencies are warning of attempts to mislead voters. Here’s what you need to know. by Melissa Santos / October 29, 2020
Politics WA election campaign staff protest working conditions, poor pay A collective of campaign workers across the state says it’s tired of working crazy hours with no job security or health care. by Melissa Santos / October 27, 2020 / 8:09 a.m. October 27, 2020
Politics WA lieutenant governor candidates try to stand out in debate State Sen. Marko Liias, D-Lynnwood, and U.S. Rep. Denny Heck both are seeking to become the second-in-line to Washington's governor. by Melissa Santos / October 22, 2020
Politics What you should know about WA Gov. Jay Inslee’s 2021 budget plan The Democratic governor is proposing new taxes to help pay for coronavirus relief, plus an ambitious plan to cap carbon emissions in Washington state. by Melissa Santos / December 18, 2020 / 6:29 p.m. December 19, 2020
News WA unemployment problems persist, with some going unpaid for months Nine months into the pandemic, the state’s unemployment system is still rife with issues, and thousands are stuck in limbo. by Melissa Santos / December 17, 2020
News COVID-19 lockdown to last through Jan. 4 in Washington state Bans on indoor gatherings and indoor dining will remain in place for an additional three weeks. by Melissa Santos / December 8, 2020 / Updated 2:22 p.m. December 8