WATCH: “Initiative Killer” bill faces intense backlash during heated WA hearing
(The Center Square) – A bill that changes the state’s initiative process was touted by supporters as stopping aggressive signatures gathers and wealthy special interests Tuesday, but critics dubbed it “anti-Democratic” and an “initiative killer.” The legislation-SB
Climate Commitment Act costs to be itemized on Puget Sound Energy bills
(The Center Square) – The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission has ordered Puget Sound Energy to start itemizing costs from Washington’s Climate Commitment Act on customer bills by June 2026. The CCA created a cap-and-trade program that
Thousands of Washingtonians sign-in for public hearings on ICE-related proposals
(The Center Square) – Several proposals intended to pose barriers to federal immigration enforcement received hearings on Tuesday after Gov. Bob Ferguson urged support for a related mask ban last week. Ferguson didn’t include any immigration-related proposals
Smug Justin Trudeau laughs off Covid vaccine injuries when confronted at Davos, refuses to apologize for mandates
Canadian influencer says she got her US ‘extraordinary ability’ visa for showing off her ‘big boobs’ on social media
Dead bats and bare feet: Starbucks sued over working conditions
A new lawsuit accuses Starbucks Corporation of getting its products from farms that mistreat workers – a violation of its stated dedication to “ethical sourcing.” The class action firm Hagens Berman sued the coffee chain last week
Olympia Democrats propose mid-decade congressional redistricting measure, reversing stance from six months ago
Washington Democrats have introduced House Joint Resolution 4209, a proposal that would allow the state to redraw its congressional districts before the next census, a sharp shift from statements party leaders made just six months ago, indicating
Washington Democrats push forward “initiative killer” legislation
A Washington Senate committee is set to hold a public hearing Tuesday on a bill dubbed “the initiative killer” that would add new onerous requirements for citizen initiatives and expand enforcement tools aimed at regulating how signatures
Semi-Truck Driver Arrested After DUI Crash With Snowplow on I-90 in Washington
A semi-truck driver is in custody following a crash with a Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT) snowplow on Interstate 90 that left the plow overturned and its driver hospitalized. According to WSDOT, the collision occurred Tuesday night
Washington Bill Would Allow Non-Citizens to Serve as Police Officers
Democrats in Olympia are reintroducing proposed legislation that would allow non-US citizens to become law enforcement officers and carry firearms. Senate Bill 5068 would permit individuals who are not US citizens. including refugees, asylees, and holders of