Northwest <p>Washington State Capitol Building in Olympia. File photo</p>

New Washington state laws taking effect in Jan. 2025

New restrictions on cosmetics tested on animals, tougher penalties for negligent drivers, requirements for hospitals to offer drugs to people...

By Jacquelyn Jimenez Romero and Bill Lucia, Washington State Standard • January 1, 2025 11:30 am


Invasive ‘murder hornets’ found in WA have been eradicated

The hunt for invasive “murder hornets” is over in Washington and the rest of the U.S. after three years without…

By Jacquelyn Jimenez Romero, Washington State Standard • December 21, 2024 9:30 am
King County Council approves legislation to help bomb cyclone victims

The legislation will ease expenses for businesses and homeowners.

By Grace Gorenflo • December 12, 2024 2:30 pm
Proposals seek new rules for transgender athletes in WA schools

Other proposals target student-athlete transfer rules and girls flag football.

By Benjamin Ray • December 12, 2024 1:48 pm
Working toward justice for the missing and murdered in Washington

Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People (MMIWP) Task Force Summit highlights progress as well as shortcomings.

By Bailey Josie • November 28, 2024 7:30 am
King County storm damage assessment to help determine federal aid

Homeowners, business owners encouraged to report damages from windstorm

By Steve Hunter • November 27, 2024 2:15 pm
PSE says windstorm ‘comparable to a hurricane’ with ‘unprecedented damage’

Company crews rally to restore power to thousands of customers over 5-day period

By Steve Hunter • November 22, 2024 1:01 pm

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
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
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
September 2, 2024 6:00 am
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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