Politics What to watch for in Washington’s 2020 primary election Tuesday's results will narrow the field in dozens of races, including for governor and an open seat in Congress. by Melissa Santos / August 4, 2020
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
Politics 2 Democratic groups pledge to address racism in WA politics After political consultants of color demanded change earlier this month, the chair of the Washington State Democrats says, ‘They were right to call us out on it, and we’ve got to fix it.’ by Melissa Santos / June 26, 2020
News New lockdown ordered as coronavirus cases surge in Washington state New rules will ban indoor gatherings, close restaurants to indoor dining and limit all retail to 25% capacity, including grocery stores. by Melissa Santos & Donna Gordon Blankinship / November 14, 2020 / Updated 2:33 p.m. December 8
Politics Late Republican ballots thwart Democratic gains in WA Legislature Several races where Democrats led on election night have since flipped to the GOP, leaving the overall balance of power in Olympia unchanged. by Melissa Santos / November 16, 2020
Politics How Republican Kim Wyman keeps winning in blue Washington state The secretary of state’s latest victory will make her the only statewide GOP official on the West Coast, outside of Alaska. by Melissa Santos / November 11, 2020