Politics Ire, confusion and hope over expansion of gun background checks A key committee chair expresses cautious optimism about creating universal requirements for background checks, including at gun shows. by Tom James / February 13, 2013
Politics Teen gun-possession bill gains support Zack Hudgins, Sam Hunt, Larry Springer, Jamie Pedersen by Tom James / February 13, 2013
Politics State Republicans seek weakening of clean energy rules Young's Creek by Tom James / February 12, 2013
Politics Capitol Outlook: Let the back room bargaining begin Lawmakers continue to huddle behind closed doors at the capitol. by Tom James / February 10, 2013
Politics In support of guns? A few unusual suspects As Dems gear up to pursue their gun control priorities, an Olympia gun rights rally draws a diverse crowd. by Tom James / February 9, 2013
Olympia: The week in photos Guns, lobbyists and media descend on the state capitol. by Tom James / February 8, 2013
Culture Lawmaker's attempt to amend pot initiative goes into uncharted waters Medical marijuana hanging to dry by Tom James / March 20, 2013
Politics Liquor shoplifting: Did initiative create a problem? Rep. Chris Hurst by Tom James / March 19, 2013
Politics Olympia waits to hear its financial fate A major financial report will give lawmakers a reality check. And it could open the door for serious budget talks. by Tom James / March 17, 2013
Politics Olympia week in photos The tension rose as a critical deadline for bills came. And it went without action on universal background checks during gun sales, despite a high-profile effort by Gov. Jay Inslee. by Tom James / March 14, 2013