News
Ban of guns at government meetings, ballot counting advances
The prohibition would cover open and concealed carry of firearms. State House Democrats overrode Republican objections.
Business
Volatility and disciplined planning in 2022’s stock market | Guest column
The stock market in January experienced significantly increased volatility. In the first 14 trading days in January, the…
News
Inslee: Mask mandate is going away, but not quite yet
Governor said he’ll say exactly when next week. Meanwhile, a pause on elective surgeries will end Feb. 17.
News
5 things Democrats didn’t say about their $17B transpo plan
Democrats’ transportation package in the Washington state Legislature, as of Feb. 9, spends lots of money. It also…
News
Redmond Police arrest former member of USA Climbing Team for alleged child rape
The 28-year-old man is suspected of sexual misconduct in Redmond, Bothell, Mukilteo and Canada.
Opinion
Great news! The pandemic is over! | Shiers
Here’s your state cartoon for this week. It’s based on the reporting of Danny Westneat over the weekend…
Northwest
State Democrats push new round of open-carry gun restrictions
They want to keep guns away from ballot counting and out of places where city councils and school…
Northwest
What in the world is Wordle? It’s an online game C-R-A-Z-E
Solving the daily five-letter brain teaser in six tries is the latest social media obsession.
Opinion
How chips define the evolving world order | Guest column
Semiconductor chips are the new oil that the world can go to war over.
News
Inslee: Officials’ lies about election results should be crime
Governor wants lawmakers to pass legislation making it a gross misdemeanor.
News
County auditor finds agencies fall short on emergency services
The auditor’s office recommends clarifying responsibilities and accountability for effective planning.
News
Surgeries paused, National Guard deployed to assist hospitals
King County health officials say 1 in 7 ICU and acute-care hospital beds are occupied by a COVID…