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Camerina Zorrozua, co-founder and legal director of The Way to Justice, a non-profit legal aid organization led and created by women of color, poses for a photo in her office at The Way to Justice on Thursday, May 1, 2025 in Spokane, Wash.
‘Make it make sense’: Advocates stunned as Washington state lawmaker helps slash funds for groups clearing old drug convictions
When Camerina Zorrozua learned in April that Washington had slashed its state funding of her Spokane-based legal aid organization, she frantically called state Rep. Tarra Simmons. “I was … more
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Derrick Belgarde, executive director of the Chief Seattle Club, photographed in the organization’s downtown Seattle offices, Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
Native American children significantly more likely to be arrested, detained in Washington
This is the first installment in a four-part series examining inequities facing Native American youth in Washington’s criminal justice system. For the past 30 years, it’s been clear: … more
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A Battle Ground police vehicle is equipped with a radar unit, computer and emergency lights, bringing its total cost to roughly $100,000. The city plans to add one more patrol car and two new officers if the proposed 0.1% sales tax for police services is approved.
Battle Ground delays vote on police sales tax
The Battle Ground City Council delayed a decision Monday on a proposed 0.1% sales tax increase intended to fund police services, agreeing to wait until all members were present and to explore other … more
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Mayor Todd Dinehart speaks during the Woodland City Council meeting on Monday, Nov. 3, explaining why the city would not respond to the Woodland Chamber of Commerce’s letter about lodging tax funds. The chamber raised concerns about the legality and compliance of how the city is using the funds, claiming that the center will close next year under the current plan.
Woodland Chamber questions city’s handling of tourism funds
The Woodland Chamber of Commerce continues to raise concerns about the city’s handling of lodging tax funds, saying recent actions may conflict with state law and could lead to the closure of … more
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The Ridgefield Family Resource Center of the Ridgefield School District has experienced an uptick in both donations and families accessing the food and supplies in recent weeks.
Ridgefield Family Resource Center highlights need to support food assistance programs throughout the area
While U.S. Department of Agriculture Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits remain partially funded and families reliant on the assistance are in limbo, there are also a multitude … more
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Woodland Mayor Todd Dinehart explains the city’s proposed utility rate increases during the Nov. 3 council meeting. The plan, if adopted in a Nov. 17 meeting, increases water rates by 13.6% in 2025 and 2026, followed by a 5.5% adjustment in 2027. Sewer rates will rise 3.6% in 2025, then 2.6% in 2026 and 2027. Stormwater rates will go up to 3.9% through 2027.
Woodland Council reaches consensus on utility rates, aims to keep costs manageable for residents
The Woodland City Council voted unanimously Monday, Nov. 3, to approve the first reading of an ordinance raising water, sewer and stormwater utility rates beginning in 2025. The rate plan … more
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Traffic moves through the intersection of state Route 503 and Southwest Eaton Boulevard on Nov. 3. The city hopes to secure $11 million in state and federal funding to widen the corridor, add turn lanes and signals, and improve safety for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians.
BG Council backs list of 2026 legislative priorities
The Battle Ground City Council on Monday unanimously approved its top priorities for the city’s 2026 legislative agenda, highlighting major infrastructure and community investments it hopes to … more
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A 34-year-old Battle Ground woman is being held on $10 million bail for allegedly poisoning a man’s drink and killing him in his ilani Casino hotel room in early October.
Battle Ground woman held on $10M bail for allegedly drugging, killing ilani Casino and Resort patron
A 34-year-old Battle Ground woman accused of killing a man by poisoning his drink in his hotel room at ilani Casino and Resort is being held on $10 million bail, according to Clark County Superior … more
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Voters deposit ballots into the Battle Ground ballot drop box on election day, Tuesday, Nov. 4. Early results show several newcomers leading in tight city council and school board races across north Clark County.
New leaders poised to take seats in Battle Ground, Woodland races
Preliminary election results show a wave of new candidates leading or securing victories in several contested city council and school board races across north Clark County. With only about 100 … more
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A resident raises a question during the Nov. 8 forum at Yacolt Primary School. Many attendees voiced concerns about fire danger, eminent domain, and the potential loss of trees and property value.
Residents press PacifiCorp over high-voltage line plan through eastern Clark County
Roger Jarvis built his home on a wooded property northeast of Battle Ground Lake, where he and his wife enjoy a sweeping view of Mount St. Helens. But that view and the landscape around it could soon … more
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The ballot drop box in Chehalis on Thursday, June 27.
Fight over counting mail-in ballots after Election Day will go before Supreme Court
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday took up a Republican-backed challenge to counting mail-in ballots received after Election Day. Depending how the justices rule, the case could be consequential … more
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Washington Attorney General Nick Brown speaks at a news conference. Photo: Spencer Pauley / The Center Square
Records reveal further details of WSBA investigation into Attorney General Nick Brown
Newly obtained records reveal further details of the Washington State Bar Association investigation into Attorney General Nick Brown that ended hours after The Center Square reached out for comment. … more
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Democratic Sen. Maggie Hassan of New Hampshire speaks at a press conference on Nov. 9, 2025, following a vote on advancing legislation to end the government shutdown. Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., is at left. At right are independent Sen. Angus King of Maine and Democratic Sens. Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire and Tim Kaine of Virginia. (Photo by Ashley Murray/States Newsroom)
U.S. Senate advances bill to end record-breaking government shutdown
WASHINGTON — Seven U.S. Senate Democrats and one independent joined Republicans on Sunday night in advancing legislation to reopen the government and temporarily keep it afloat until the end of … more
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Washington state Supreme Court Justice Mary Yu is seen during an undated photo. She has served on the state Supreme Court bench since 2014 and plans to retire at the end of 2025. (Photo by Laura Anglin/Courtesy of Washington Administrative Office of the Courts)
Justice Mary Yu reflects on a 25 year-career on the Washington state bench
After a quarter century on the bench, Washington Supreme Court Justice Mary Yu is ready to slow down — to “sip coffee rather than gulp it,” as she puts it. The longtime jurist will … more
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Need for speed: Plan to unclog Washington state public records system gets mixed reviews
Washington’s attorney general is seeking to reduce public record backlogs as concerns grow over transparency and agencies strain from surging requests. Attorney General Nick Brown has … more
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About 200 people showed up to protest outside the Immigration and Customs Enforcement building in Portland on Sunday, Sept. 28. A federal judge ruled Friday that the protests do not qualify as a rebellion or impede federal law enforcement, and that President Donald Trump cannot legally send National Guard troops to federal buildings in the city in light of the mostly peaceful protests. (Photo by Alex Baumhardt/Oregon Capital Chronicle)
Federal judge permanently blocks Trump Guard deployment to Portland
A federal judge on Friday issued an order permanently blocking President Donald Trump from deploying hundreds of National Guard troops to Portland against the wishes of state and local leaders. … more
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The Senate chambers at the Washington state Capitol. (Legislative Support Services)
Democrats poised for clean sweep of 9 legislative races in Washington state
Eight Democratic state lawmakers in Washington retained their seats in this week’s election, with a ninth on the cusp of winning. State Rep. Edwin Obras inched closer to success Friday in … more
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Through the first nine months of 2025, Washington saw 15 deaths and 30 near-deaths among children in the state’s child welfare system. (Photo courtesy of the state Department of Children, Youth and Families.)
Deaths and critical injuries in Washington’s child welfare system near record high
Deaths and near-fatalities among children in Washington’s child welfare system have slowed, but are still expected to hit a record level in 2025. Through the first nine months of the year, … more
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Washington state Commissioner of Public Lands Dave Upthegrove waves to the crowd during inauguration ceremonies at the Washington state Capitol, in Olympia, on Jan. 15, 2025. (Photo by Ryan Berry/Washington State Standard)
Dave Upthegrove on land sales, federal funding cuts and wildfire immigration raids
The Trump administration has proposed significantly shifting management of the nation’s public lands toward producing more revenue.  President Donald Trump and Interior Secretary Doug … more
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Former House Minority Leader J.T. Wilcox, R-Yelm, talks about ongoing issues in his area of the state while answering questions from reporters Friday, Jan. 20, 2023.
They’re back: Former Washington state lawmakers win local elections
Two former Washington state lawmakers will return to public office after winning elections this week. Democrat Mark Mullet and Republican J.T. Wilcox each exited the Legislature at the end of … more
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