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WA Gov. Ferguson to meet with NBA commissioner as hopes rise for Sonics’ return

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|Date: Monday, March 23, 2026

WA Gov. Ferguson to meet with NBA commissioner as hopes rise for Sonics’ return

Bob Ferguson prepares for a private discussion with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver as the league considers ...

Bob Ferguson prepares for a private discussion with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver as the league considers a significant expansion vote that may pave the way for Seattle’s pro basketball return. The mee ...

Monday, March 23, 2026
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18th District lawmakers to host town hall meeting on Saturday, March 28, in Battle Ground

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|Date: Friday, March 20, 2026

18th District lawmakers to host town hall meeting on Saturday, March 28, in Battle Ground

Stephanie McClintock and John Ley will meet with Battle Ground constituents to answer questions, review t ...

Stephanie McClintock and John Ley will meet with Battle Ground constituents to answer questions, review the new income tax, and discuss the effects of the $80 billion budget. ...

Friday, March 20, 2026
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POLL: After hearing state leaders describe the I-5 Bridge as vulnerable in an earthquake, what is your reaction?

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|Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026

POLL: After hearing state leaders describe the I-5 Bridge as vulnerable in an earthquake, what is your reaction?

State and local leaders describe the I-5 Bridge as structurally at risk but recommend drivers continue cr ...

State and local leaders describe the I-5 Bridge as structurally at risk but recommend drivers continue crossing it while complex replacement plans unfold. ...

Thursday, March 19, 2026
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Opinion: Historical state income tax and another massive operating budget highlight the end of the 2026 legislative session

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|Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026

Opinion: Historical state income tax and another massive operating budget highlight the end of the 2026 legislative session

Rep. John Ley details the passage of a state income tax, an expanding $80 billion budget, and new Clark C ...

Rep. John Ley details the passage of a state income tax, an expanding $80 billion budget, and new Clark County infrastructure funding following the 2026 legislative session. ...

Thursday, March 19, 2026
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VIDEO: Legal challenges certain as Gov. Ferguson prepares to sign new income tax

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|Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026

VIDEO: Legal challenges certain as Gov. Ferguson prepares to sign new income tax

Senate Minority Leader John Braun and other legislators expect legal challenges and initiative efforts to ...

Senate Minority Leader John Braun and other legislators expect legal challenges and initiative efforts to follow Gov. Ferguson’s signature on Washington’s new income tax law affecting high earners and ...

Thursday, March 19, 2026
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Opinion: Fighting for transparency in Washington government

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|Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026

Opinion: Fighting for transparency in Washington government

A recent court decision allows Washington lawmakers broad new secrecy over internal records, as advocates ...

A recent court decision allows Washington lawmakers broad new secrecy over internal records, as advocates report rising obstacles to government transparency and public engagement. ...

Thursday, March 19, 2026
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New Washington law clarifies what is an ‘election’

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|Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026

New Washington law clarifies what is an ‘election’

After a court ruling challenged the state’s definition of “election,” lawmakers clarified the law to prev ...

After a court ruling challenged the state’s definition of “election,” lawmakers clarified the law to prevent double voting and maintain the integrity of Washington’s ballots. ...

Thursday, March 19, 2026
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Opinion: Attacking Democracy in the name of Democracy

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|Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026

Opinion: Attacking Democracy in the name of Democracy

Ryan Frost critiques several 2024 legislative bills, warning unchecked Democrat dominance enables policie ...

Ryan Frost critiques several 2024 legislative bills, warning unchecked Democrat dominance enables policies that erode local accountability, block referenda, and threaten citizen participation. ...

Thursday, March 19, 2026
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Opinion: Washington passed an income tax to fund education, then the same majority cut education — and left $700+ million on the table

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|Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Opinion: Washington passed an income tax to fund education, then the same majority cut education — and left $700+ million on the table

State officials passed a new income tax to fund education, then approved over $1 billion in cuts—while fo ...

State officials passed a new income tax to fund education, then approved over $1 billion in cuts—while forgoing $700 million in annual federal scholarships students could have received. ...

Wednesday, March 18, 2026
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Opinion: ‘Washington’s majority party is panicking’

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|Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Opinion: ‘Washington’s majority party is panicking’

Nancy Churchill argues that controversial state policies, including new taxes, law enforcement changes, a ...

Nancy Churchill argues that controversial state policies, including new taxes, law enforcement changes, and agency power grabs, are generating a wave of backlash in communities across Washington. ...

Wednesday, March 18, 2026
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