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Washington’s pickleball license plate. Screenshot courtesy of Seattle Metro Pickleball Association

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More specialty license plates on the way in WA

Up to six new options will arrive this fall.

Photo courtesy of Federal Way Discount Guns

Northwest

Washingtonians will need state permit to buy guns under new law

The requirement will go beyond the state’s existing background checks.

The state Capitol on April 18. (Photo by Jacquelyn Jimenez Romero/Washington State Standard)

Northwest

New state law directs $100M in grants toward hiring police or other public safety options

Gov. Ferguson signs bill that provides local sales tax option

Courtesy Photo, State of Washington

News

Candidate filing begins for 9 Washington state legislative seats

Candidates can begin filing at 8 a.m. Monday (May 5) for more than 3,200 seats on city councils,…

Cranes at the Port of Tacoma. File photo

Northwest

WA ports await sharp drop in cargo over tariff battle

President’s standoff with China is expected to stifle the flow of goods.

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Health

Nourix Explained: How This Natural Supplement Enhances Weight Loss and Promotes Wellness

In the ever-evolving world of health and wellness, consumers are increasingly seeking natural solutions to support their fitness…

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Health

Prostabliss: The Natural Solution for Prostate Health and Enhanced Quality of Life

In the realm of men’s health, particularly for those over forty, maintaining optimal prostate health is pivotal. Many…

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Health

New Purple Hardening Juice for Men Solves ED at the Root – Better Erections, No Side Effects

In the realm of men’s health, particularly concerning erectile dysfunction (ED), innovative solutions are continually emerging to tackle…

Dash Point State Park. Washington State Parks photo

Northwest

WA Legislature approves hiking Discover Pass price to $45

The increase would take effect on Oct. 1, 2025.

King County Courthouse in Seattle. Courtesy photo

Opinion

Jury service is the cornerstone of democratic participation | Guest column

Jury service is the most likely role residents will have in our justice system.

Courtesy File Photo, WSDOT

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6-cent gas tax hike central to new transportation deal in Legislature

The tax would also rise in the future to account for inflation

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Northwest

Fifth case of measles in state identified in a King County infant

Traveled through Sea-Tac Airport and visited Seattle Children’s Hospital

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Democrats in Washington Legislature reveal sweeping new tax plan

It cobbles together a range of hikes, including on businesses, capital gains and property

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Northwest

Permit requirement for gun purchases clears state Senate

The Legislature has never come closer to implementing the policy, which about 12 other states have in place.

Opinion

Eastside residents battle large unexpected rent increases | Opinion

Guest opinion contribution by Eastside for All.

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Northwest

Major boost to special education funding gets Washington Senate approval

The bipartisan bill calls for the state to funnel about $2 billion more to schools over four years.

Stan M. Magee | Obituary

Obituaries

Stan M. Magee | Obituary

Stan M. Magee, resident of Issaquah, WA, passed away on Friday, February 14 at the age of 89.…

Stan M. Magee

Obituaries

Stan M. Magee | Obituary

Stan M. Magee died Feb. 14, 2025, at the age of 89.

Gov. Bob Ferguson speaks to reporters at the state Capitol on Feb. 27 in Olympia about his plans to cut state spending by about $4 billion over four years. (Photo by Bill Lucia/Washington State Standard)

Northwest

Ferguson proposes $4B in cuts to Washington state budget

State officials look to solve a shortfall estimated to be $12 billion or more.

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News

Measles detected in King County infant

The patient visited multiple locations around the county between Feb. 20 and Feb. 25, including Bellevue Square, Bothell,…