OLYMPIA – The Senate gave unanimous approval Wednesday to tougher laws against people who drive drunk or under the influence of drugs, particularly repeat offenders. The proposal would require an automatic arrest for a second offense, and require ignition interlock devices on their vehicles before…
OLYMPIA – Supporters of Washington’s same-sex marriage law called Wednesday’s Supreme Court decisions a major step forward for gay and lesbian couples, but warned it’s not the end of the road. There are more than 1,000 federal rules and regulations that will have to be…
Heuschel describes some effects of a partial state government shutdown to reporters Wednesday. OLYMPIA -- Gov. Jay Inslee's staff tried to emphasize "tremendous concern" over a potential government shutdown that could be required next week without suggesting "the sky is falling". But they stressed there…
OLYMPIA -- The Senate Majority Coalition Caucus is telling its members a deal has been struck over the state's 2013-15 budget. Gov. Jay Inslee's staff cautions, however, that there is no final agreement. Sen. Linda Evans Parlette, in an e-mail to members, describes it as…
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