OLYMPIA — Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson on Tuesday signed into law a controversial policy requiring gun buyers to first pay for a new state permit.  Starting in two years, House Bill …

OLYMPIA — The parental “bill of rights” overhaul, one of the most divisive bills approved during this year’s Washington state legislative session, was signed by Gov. Bob …

OLYMPIA — Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson entered office warning that a multibillion-dollar budget shortfall would require spending cuts and, as a last resort , higher taxes. On Tuesday, the …

WENATCHEE — When money is tight, all good things must come to an end. And unfortunately, the state budget shortfall is affecting more than just services provided directly by the state. Many …

OLYMPIA — Starting Oct. 1, the annual Discover Pass will increase from $30 to $45, marking the first price hike since the program was implemented in 2011. The Discover Pass is required to …

OLYMPIA — The Washington State Fire Marshal's Office released safety guidelines Monday for outdoor burning activities as the state enters the summer season, citing concerns about increased fire …

OKANOGAN COUNTY — The Community Foundation of NCW has awarded $144,000 through its new Legacy Fund Grant program to charitable organizations in Okanogan County. The Okanogan Valley Legacy Fund …

BREWSTER – The Bears FFA Chapter sent a team of 16 students to the 95 th annual State FFA Convention held at WSU from May 8-10, where the group represented both school and community in …

MAZAMA — A celebrated destination in Washington’s Methow Valley, the Freestone Inn portfolio is now on the market, offering investors a chance to own a piece of North Cascades history. …

OLYMPIA - Secretary of State Steve Hobbs is preparing to lay off nearly 50 Washington State Library employees due to a decline in state and federal funding. In the past two weeks, 47 workers at …

OLYMPIA _ Gov. Bob Ferguson signed three bills to protect immigrant rights last week.  These included measures to strengthen state power to inspect private detention facilities, prevent …

OLYMPIA - A new law triggered by a lawsuit will ensure public school students in Washington are offered special education instruction until they are 22 years old. Gov. Bob Ferguson signed …

OLYMPIA - Thousands of people who are not U.S. citizens would continue to receive Medicaid-like health care coverage in Washington state under the budget plan the Legislature recently approved. …

BREWSTER – The outlook for the continued one day a week operation of the Brewster Food Bank has not improved since director David Burdick’s March update to the city council. …

BREWSTER — Up to 300 dogs in Okanogan County will receive no-cost core vaccinations and microchips as part of a free two-day clinic organized by Team Okanogan Animal Rescue (TOAR). The Brewster …

OLYMPIA — With warmer and drier weather expected across Washington this summer, state officials are warning residents to prepare for an increased risk of wildfires. In 2024, the State Fire …

OLYMPIA - Hoteliers, restaurateurs and grocers are asking Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson to veto part of a tax bill that they say will drive up food costs for them and their customers. Excising …

WENATCHEE — The Cascadia Conservation District will hold its next regular board meeting on Friday, May 16, at 1:30 p.m. The meeting will be conducted both in person and remotely via call-in or …

OLYMPIA - For a second year in a row, Washington police accountability advocates have seen their priorities fall flat in Olympia. They entered this year’s session wanting to grant the …

PATEROS – City Administrator Jord Wilson delivered an advisory to the April 21 city council meeting regarding PFAS, termed the ‘forever chemical’ and pending legislation that will …