OLYMPIA -- It seems as though the Cone of Silence descended over budget negotiations Wednesday. Gov. Jay Inslee deflected most questions about progress in talks to break a legislative stalemate over the 2015-17 operating budget.
OLYMPIA -- With a warning that Washington may be in for another difficult wildfire season, Gov. Jay Inslee and Lands Commissioner Peter Goldmark did their annual exercise to emphasize fire safety and preparedness.
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