Thousands of firearm sales on hold in WA amid system...

Washington state courts’ computer systems have been down for nearly two weeks, disrupting the operation of local courts and preventing…

By Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard • November 13, 2024 5:30 pm
King County Executive Dow Constantine won’t run for reelection in...

To give up position after 16 years; King County Councilmember Claudia Balducci to seek seat

By Steve Hunter • November 13, 2024 4:45 pm
Adam Smith and Kim Schrier will retain Congress seats |...

Smith represents the 9th Congressional District and Schrier represents the 8th Congressional District.

November 5, 2024 9:40 pm
Ferguson defeats Reichert in governor’s race | Election 2024

Democrats have won 10 straight gubernatorial contests.

By Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard • November 5, 2024 10:00 am
Boeing Machinists approve contract, ending 52-day strike

After voting no twice, 59% of union members approved the latest contract.

By Michael Henneke • November 5, 2024 8:40 am
How one WA county upped security ahead of the election

Thurston County, like others, made changes in response to evolving threats and other concerns around ballot processing.

By Laurel Demkovich, Washington State Standard • November 2, 2024 8:00 am

Another invisible child: Interview with a survivor of familial trafficking

I met Jessica (pseudonym), a survivor of familial sex trafficking, and Audrey Baedke from the nonprofit REST (Real Escape from the Sex Trade) to understand the invisible reality of child abuse.

By Jayendrina Singha Ray Guest column • October 8, 2024 2:06 pm
Thoughts on Memorial Day and the ultimate sacrifice | Brunell

On Memorial Day, we traditionally honor Americans in our military who gave their lives in battle for our country. It…

May 27, 2024 2:15 pm
King County Elections emphasizes safety, security in voting process

Office issues news release in response to ballot drop box fires in Vancouver, Portland

By Steve Hunter • October 29, 2024 4:36 pm
Arson destroys hundreds of ballots inside a Washington state drop...

State and federal authorities are investigating a deliberately set fire that destroyed ballots inside a drop box in southwest Washington…

By Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard • October 29, 2024 10:00 am
Featuring the showmanship and fiery fiddle of electric violin maestro Geoffrey Castle, Christmas in Washington promises a festive party unlike any other! Sponsored
November 11, 2024 6:00 am
While filming the Issaquah Restaurant Spotlight series, Troy Kline tastes his favorite Thai dish at Sip Thai Zooom alongside restaurant owner Joon Likit. Sponsored
October 28, 2024 6:00 am
Rimini Ristorante opened last month to rave reviews – savor a true taste of Italy on the Kirkland waterfront! Rimini photos Sponsored
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August 29, 2024 1:30 am
Boeing machinists reject another contract offer

Strike will continue.

By Bill Lucia, Washington State Standard • October 24, 2024 3:04 pm
Health insurance premiums to rise for WA small businesses

This marks the highest increase for small employers in the last decade.

By Grace Deng Washington State Standard • October 22, 2024 12:35 pm