Politics Housing, homelessness loom large in the minds of Washington voters Tacoma, Spokane and Bellingham each have ballot measures on these issues, and both voters and candidates have cited them as top priorities. by Laurel Demkovich Washington State Standard / October 31, 2023
News ‘A partial solution’: A closer look at the new WA Cares Fund The long-term care tax program has already stoked controversy, with critics saying the $36,500 benefit is too small to be meaningful. by Laurel Demkovich Washington State Standard / November 23, 2023
News Is housing a form of health care? A Washington program says it is Apple Health and Homes has distributed $41M from Medicaid to shelter and support those with behavioral or other health issues. by Laurel Demkovich Washington State Standard / September 15, 2023
News What WA leaders are watching for in the Manuel Ellis police trial Members of law enforcement, community organizers and more weigh in on the trial of three Tacoma officers charged in the 2020 death of Ellis. by Jerry Cornfield & Laurel Demkovich & Grace Deng & Bill Lucia Washington State Standard / October 4, 2023
Politics After the trauma of war, kids find a safe haven Rita Zawaideh set out to preserve Middle East culture, and wound up protecting its people. by Tom James / November 24, 2014
Politics Under fire, legislator pulls retreat bill Rep. Sherry Appleton says any attempt to clarify Stand Your Ground law in Washington would have to begin with broader understanding about the reasons for a change. by Tom James / January 10, 2013
Politics 'Stand Your Ground' in Washington? Not under this bill Rep. Sherry Appleton by Tom James / January 3, 2013
Politics In the marijuana business? It's complicated Medical marijuana grower Brendan Howley inspects marijuana hung to dry at a facility he operates with his business partners. 1/2013 by Tom James / February 6, 2013