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Kirk Pearson takes the oath of office as the new state director for USDA Rural Development in Washington state, administered by Phil Eggman in Olympia on May 5, 2025. (U.S. Department of Agriculture)
Former Washington state senator appointed to Trump administration, again
Kirk Pearson, a former longtime Washington state lawmaker, was appointed this month as a top Washington official in the U.S. Department of Agriculture.  Pearson, a Republican, resigned from … more
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Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson signs Engrossed Second Substitute House Bill No. 1912 on May 15, 2025, in Kennewick. The bill is related to the exemption for fuels used for agricultural purposes in the climate commitment act. The legislation's primary sponsor was state Rep. Tom Dent.
A promise finally fulfilled; Ferguson signs bill exempting ag from CCA fuel taxes
Years after Washington farmers were promised they would be exempt from fuel taxes related to the Climate Commitment Act (CCA), Gov. Bob Ferguson has signed a bill into law to finally fulfill that … more
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Rural-focused organization launches effort to address infrastructure needs in rural Washington state
A rural town in southeastern Washington has been selected to take part in a new pilot project to address critical water infrastructure needs. “We’re losing gallons of water from pipe … more
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Seen here are the blue pens Gov. Bob Ferguson uses to sign bills. Companies and other interest groups are hoping he'll opt for red veto ink on a range of tax bills.
Tesla, Netflix, Philip Morris among those pushing Washington state governor for tax vetoes
Corporate titans. Bank executives. Restaurant operators. Airplane owners.  They’re all trying to convince Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson that there are problems with the tax bills on … more
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Washington state budget includes $150M to maintain health coverage for low-income illegal immigrants
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. But the … more
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U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, left, and challenger Brent Hennrich.
Democrat who once stepped aside for MGP’s candidacy now set to challenge her
Less than a quarter of the way into her second term, U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Skamania, already has a challenger for her congressional seat, one from within her own party. Brent … more
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Gov. Bob Ferguson speaks to reporters about the budget on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. He has until Tuesday to act on what the Legislature passed. Several tax bills also await action by the governor. (Photo by Jacquelyn Jimenez Romero/Washington State Standard)
Veto or sign? Gov. Bob Ferguson keeps everyone guessing on tax and budget bills
Will Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson sign or veto a pile of tax bills and a state budget dependent on them? It’s anyone’s guess. Lawmakers, lobbyists and business leaders are all … more
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State Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Centralia
Abbarno bill improving cooperation between cities and tribes signed into law
Gov. Bob Ferguson signed a bill Tuesday, May 13, that will enable deeper cooperation between cities and tribal authorities when providing public services. House Bill 1039, sponsored by state … more
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New protections for Washington state workers facing mass layoffs signed into law 
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson on Tuesday signed a bill into law that will require employers with 50 or more full-time employees to give a minimum of 60 days’ notice to the state, any union, … more
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An apartment building under construction in Olympia, Washington in January 2025. (Photo by Bill Lucia/Washington State Standard)
Next stop for Washington state housing: More construction near transit
Noticed apartment buildings cropping up next to bus and light rail stations? More could be on the way. Gov. Bob Ferguson on Tuesday signed House Bill 1491 into law, setting new state … more
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Gov. Bob Ferguson signed a trio of bills on Monday related to protecting immigrants in Washington state. (Photo by Jacquelyn Jimenez Romero/Washington State Standard)
Trio of immigrant rights laws signed by Gov. Bob Ferguson
Gov. Bob Ferguson signed three bills to protect immigrant rights this week.  These included measures to strengthen state power to inspect private detention facilities, prevent coercion in … more
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Lt Gov. Denny Heck presiding over the Senate floor on April 27, 2025. (Photo by Jacquelyn Jimenez Romero/Washington State Standard)
Washington state tries to maintain B.C. ties amid Trump era tensions
When Washington Lt. Gov. Denny Heck arrived in British Columbia last week, he wondered how he’d be received. After all, the past few months have seen the usually strong relationship … more
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An attendee holds a program as they listen to Sarah Niyimbona's tribute at Sarah's funeral at Riplinger Funeral Home & Crematory on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, in Spokane, Wash.
Lawsuit alleges Washington state hospital responsible for 12-year-old's suicide
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling or texting 988. … more
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Wyoming miner and local union leader Marshal Cummings, seen here speaking at a press conference announcing new safety regulations, said older miners tend to be old-school union Democrats, but younger ones are much more likely to be supportive of Donald Trump.
A small federal agency was investigating dangers to miners. Then came DOGE
Like his father and his grandfather, Marshal Cummings grew up mining trona, a substance used in everything from glass to pharmaceuticals and baking soda. When he was 22, that meant spending 16-hour … more
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Abortion services program is in line for steep reduction in Washington state budget
Funding for an abortion care program will be reduced by more than 50% under the state budget plan awaiting Gov. Bob Ferguson’s signature.  Washington created the Abortion Access … more
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Washington State Ferries said it would deploy its new electric ferries first on the Mukilteo-Clinton run. The short route is currently served by diesel ferries like the Tokitae, seen here approaching Whidbey Island.
Bids to build new plug-in Washington state ferries come in high
Ferry system managers and state budget writers in Washington took a cold wave over the bow Monday upon opening the bids to construct up to five new hybrid electric ferries. “I don’t … more
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The exit to the Washington State Patrol Scale House along Interstate 5 north in Ridgefield remained closed as of about 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 8, after a Clark County Sheriff’s Office deputy fatally stabbed a suspected DUI suspect after the suspect attempted to take his firearm during an altercation just before midnight on Wednesday, May 7. 
Authorities release identity of man fatally stabbed by Clark County deputy
The Clark County Medical Examiner has released the identity of the suspect who was fatally stabbed by a Clark County Sheriff’s Office deputy last week.  The death of Marc Fogle, 54, … more
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“Stop Elon Musk” rallies in Vancouver slated to continue throughout the month of May
A “Stop Musk” rally in Vancouver near the Tesla showroom on Fourth Plain Boulevard brought roughly 50 people to the intersection of Fourth Plain Boulevard and Andresen Road on Wednesday, … more
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The old concrete water reservoirs for the City of Battle Ground will soon be demolished for the construction of a welded steel storage reservoir that can hold 2.5 million gallons of water.
Battle Ground begins construction of new Tukes Mountain reservoir
The City of Battle Ground has begun construction on a new 106-foot-diameter, 2.5-million-gallon water reservoir on Tukes Mountain. The project will replace aging infrastructure and increase the … more
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Woodland Shores RV Park is located on the corner of Millard and A streets, bordering Lewis River. The Woodland City Council has approved the first reading of a zoning change that would allow year-round residency for the 57-lot RV Park.
Woodland City Council moves forward with RV park zoning change
Woodland’s effort to bring long-standing recreational vehicle parks into compliance with city code took another step forward Monday, May 5, as the City Council unanimously approved the first … more
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