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Washington lawmakers revive plan for state cap on rent increases

Supporters say 'rent stabilization' bill has better odds of approval this year

Jan. 11, 2025 10:00 p.m.

The Standard’s guide to the 2025 legislative session

State lawmakers begin 105 days of lawmaking in Olympia Jan. 13

Jan. 6, 2025 9:00 p.m.

The new Washington state laws taking effect in January 2025

These are among the changes in Washington state law set to take effect Jan. 1, 2025.

Jan. 1, 2025 7:00 a.m.

State treasurer: Residents should check to see if they have missing money

Washingtonians can search on claimyourcash.org for unclaimed property

Dec. 23, 2024 9:00 p.m.

Fees that pay for WA homelessness programs running short

The gap could be difficult to fill as the state grapples with a broader budget deficit

Dec. 3, 2024 10:30 a.m.

Four areas where Trump’s policies and WA’s priorities could clash

The impact will depend on whether regulations and agency actions are derailed by lawsuits

Nov. 14, 2024 1:00 p.m.

Ferguson and other WA Democrats prepare for new era of showdowns with Trump

Gov.-elect Bob Ferguson and Attorney General-elect Nick Brown are readying their legal teams

Nov. 8, 2024 12:08 p.m.

Update: Ferguson likely to be governor; Upthegrove leads public lands race

U.S. Rep. Larsen maintains District 2 seat

Updated Nov. 7, 2024 5:13 p.m.

Candidates wrestle with need to fix infrastructure while planning for green future

Climate spending, bridges, utilities and ferries are all on the ballot in November

Oct. 24, 2024 10:00 p.m.

Washington ban on over-the-counter sexual assault kits upheld by federal judge

Pennsylvania-based company sued the state over a law restricting the DIY kits

Oct. 24, 2024 12:55 p.m.

DNR releases first statewide recreation plan, asks for public input

Draft plan is open for public review through Nov. 21

Oct. 21, 2024 2:00 p.m.

Initiative backers hit with $20K fine by WA campaign finance watchdog

Public Disclosure Commission ruled Let’s Go Washington failed to report payments to vendors

Oct. 10, 2024 10:58 a.m.