Opinion
New initiative seeks state $13.50 minimum wage | The Petri Dish
A coalition led by statewide labor groups recently filed an initiative to push the minimum wage to $13.50…
Opinion
What’s important to you, Issaquah and Sammamish? | Editor’s Note
So far, in my new position as editor of the Issaquah-Sammamish Reporter, I’ve discovered a couple in these…
Opinion
Opening Day 2016: Inmate releases, clean air rules and a minimum wage hike
State lawmakers began the 2016 legislative session on Monday with a bit of ceremony featuring comments by Republican…
Opinion
Decision could avert dueling carbon measures on 2016 ballot | The Petri Dish
Competing initiatives strive to combat climate change — one might fare better with the public
Opinion
Better check it twice | Editorial Cartoon
This week's editorial cartoon by Frank Shiers Jr. ponders who, exactly, made Santa's naughty and nice list.
News
McCleary funding plan? Not this year | The Petri Dish
Eight lawmakers entrusted with drafting a school funding plan in line with the tenets of the state constitution…
Opinion
Back from Paris, Inslee takes aim at carbon pollution
Nothing like a few days away from the office to get one’s spirit rejuvenated and energy recharged.
Opinion
May the fa-la-la-la-la be with you | Editorial Cartoon
In this week's editorial cartoon, Frank Shiers Jr. takes a look at a mystic power that, much like…
Opinion
Every cloud has a silver lining | Editorial Cartoon
The most recent rain storms to hit the state may seem to many like a schizophrenic pivot from…
Opinion
Washington Supreme Court ruling threatens government transparency | Editorial
The October decision could now provide some cover for public officials looking to conceal the more controversial parts…
Opinion
Editorial Cartoon: Outlook hazy for Seahawks
Frank Shiers Jr. has lost optimism for the Seahawks' playoff chances following news that Marshawn Lynch and Jimmy…
Opinion
Editorial Cartoon: Front of the line
This week's editorial cartoon by Frank Shiers looks at REI's headline-grabbing Black Friday decision.
Opinion
The Petri Dish: Young, moderate recruits bolster Republican ranks
There’s never been a figure in Washington politics quite like Frank Chopp.
Opinion
Editorial Cartoon: At least it’s not dry turkey
Frank Shiers looks at the wet weather that hit Western Washington (and Western Washington drivers) at the onset…
Opinion
The Petri Dish: Syrian refugees welcome, Inslee says
“At a time when millions of Syrian families are attempting to flee ISIS and seek refuge in safer…
Opinion
Is virtual reality just for gamers? Think again
For less than the cost of a Subway sandwich, you can get in on the next great tech…
Opinion
Eyman ‘elated’ over I-1366’s success | The Petri Dish
Voters have spoken and no one could be pleased more by what they said than Tim Eyman.
Opinion
Editorial Cartoon: Eyman on trial
This week's editorial cartoon looks at the court battle faced by Initiative 1366, introduced to the ballot by…
Opinion
It’s never too late to thank a veteran | Editorial
Sound Publishing recognizes and thanks all our uniformed service members, veterans and military families. During the 50th and…