Op-Ed: Unions: The true playground bullies in today’s schools
Public education is supposed to model reason and maturity. It is supposed to show students how to disagree without losing control. Yet every time the Freedom Foundation informs public workers of their constitutional rights, a vocal fringe
Let’s Go Washington provides update on initiatives as opponents ramp up opposition
(The Center Square) – Let’s Go Washington this week released a signature count update for a pair of initiatives for which the political organization is gathering voter signatures: 315,979 signatures for IL26-638 and 298,571 signatures for IL26-001.
WATCH: WA GOP leaders say Dems’ income tax proposal would devastate businesses
(The Center Square) – Democratic senators are considering an income tax on millionaires to help close Washington state’s persistent multi-billion-dollar budget gap heading into 2026. Republican leaders strongly oppose the idea, characterizing it as a job killer.
Chief Barnes to stay on as Seattle Mayor-elect Wilson maps out public safety future
(The Center Square) – Seattle Mayor-elect Katie Wilson signaled the direction of her public safety agenda with her Wednesday announcement that Police Chief Shon Barnes would retain his position in her administration, while also pointing to a
Op-Ed: Which states have the most debt? New report shows big divide
States and local governments across America have collectively accumulated over $6 trillion in liabilities, roughly $5 trillion of which are long-term obligations. These burdens are unevenly distributed. Some states keep a disciplined balance sheet, while others accumulate
Seattle Councilmember Accused of Skirting Accountability While Demanding It From Police
As Seattle inches closer to finalizing a long-awaited contract for its police force, a bombshell accusation has emerged, raising serious questions about integrity, transparency, and political posturing on the City Council. In an interview on The Ari
Wild Waves Theme Park Will Close After 2026 Season
Wild Waves Theme Park will close permanently at the end of its 2026 operating season, ending nearly five decades as a summer staple for families across the Pacific Northwest. Park operator Premier Parks confirmed that the 2026
‘Political conflict’ alleged over WA AGO’s involvement in initiative legal battle
(The Center Square) – The Washington State Attorney General’s Office billed more than 11,000 hours of attorney and staff work on lawsuits against the federal government in an eight-month period following the November 2024 election, according to
Moses Lake schools, FFA chapter clear up accusations of stolen fundraiser money
(The Center Square) – The Moses Lake School District confirmed Wednesday that accusations from the local Future Farmers of America chapter of stolen funds were unfounded following a brief investigation. A few Moses Lake FFA members testified