These new laws will take effect in Washington state in 2026

WASHINGTON, USA — A handful of laws will go into effect in the new year in Washington state. These laws increase protections ...

Millionaire tax plan in Washington state marks growing interest in wealth levies

When Washington Governor Bob Ferguson proposed the state’s first income tax in modern history, he said the word “affordability” five times. Ferguson on Tuesday asked the legislature to craft a 9.9% ...
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Minimum wage increase, paid leave changes coming to Washington state in 2026

WASHINGTON STATE - New changes to state law are set to take effect in 2026, impacting minimum wage and employee benefits. The ...

Washington state Commerce chief Joe Nguyen is leaving, reportedly to lead Seattle Metro Chamber

Commerce Director Joe Nguyen speaks at the Tech Alliance State of Technology Luncheon in Seattle. (GeekWire File Photo / Todd ...

Washington State vs. Utah State prediction, odds, time: 2025 Potato Bowl picks by proven model

SportsLine's model reveals its Washington State Cougars vs. Utah State Aggies best bets in the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl ...

Washington State Patrol prepares to honor fallen trooper

A Washington State Patrol trooper who was struck and killed by a more vehicle one week ago will be laid to rest Saturday in ...

Washington infrastructure begins to fail as atmospheric rivers continue pummeling the state

A 33-year-old man died in Snohomish County on Tuesday. Gov. Bob Ferguson said it was a minor miracle there haven’t been more ...

Pedestrian stole trooper’s car in Seattle, WA State Patrol says

After a chase, the vehicle was recovered and the man taken into custody in Lynnwood, according to the State Patrol.