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Missouri Supreme Court blocks gerrymandered map in major loss for Republicans

The unanimous decision found that Republican Secretary of State Denny Hoskins was wrong to reject a campaign seeking to strike down the map.

Updated September 3, 2026 at 3:29 PM

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Gov. Bob Ferguson signs executive order to protect Washingtonians from federal Medicaid cuts

Updated September 3, 2026 at 2:43 PM

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Why do we celebrate Labor Day in WA? Here’s how the holiday got started

September 3, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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Washington state employees walked out of Olympia offices on Monday. Here’s why

September 1, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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Why are flags at half-staff in Washington state? Here’s why, when they’re back up

August 28, 2026 at 1:55 PM

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How will Krista Perez’s DUI impact her candidacy? We asked consultants.

August 28, 2026 at 5:30 AM

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At what age can kids stay home alone in Washington state? See tips from experts

August 31, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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‘Bureaucratic quirk’ puts ‘residential’ street repairs in industrial zone

August 26, 2026 at 1:14 PM

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How young is too young to walk to school alone in WA? Expert advice, safety tips

Updated August 26, 2026 at 9:30 AM

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2 WA companies agree to pay $2M over online apartment listings, AG announces

Updated August 24, 2026 at 6:47 PM

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FBI stops former Rep. Eric Swalwell at SFO to seize his cellphone, laptop

Updated August 20, 2026 at 3:54 PM

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Court records: Tacoma house candidate Krista Perez arrested, charged with DUI

Updated August 13, 2026 at 8:19 PM

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What happens to Bushnell’s Tacoma City Council seat if he wins legislative race?

August 17, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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Can I go around a stopped school bus without getting a ticket? What WSP says

August 17, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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The 29th Legislative District could have all-new leaders in 2027

Updated August 12, 2026 at 8:45 PM

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Which vaccines are required for school in Washington state? What to know

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Tacomans will vote on a tenants rights measure. No one can agree on the cost

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Tacoma City Council members, activists concerned ICE lockup may be sold to feds

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WA’s 29th Legislative District race still super tight after latest results

August 5, 2026 at 5:24 PM

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Early results are in for competitive WA swing district House race

Updated August 4, 2026 at 10:46 PM

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Early results in for key WA swing district House race in Pierce, Kitsap counties

Updated August 4, 2026 at 9:07 PM

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$25M would build new Pierce County fire station. Early election results are in

Updated August 4, 2026 at 8:55 PM

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Here’s where Tacoma’s streets levy stands after election night

Updated August 4, 2026 at 8:43 PM

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Three Pierce County Council seats were on the ballot. Who did voters pick?

August 4, 2026 at 8:28 PM

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August 5, 2026 at 6:30 AM

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Missouri Supreme Court blocks gerrymandered map in major loss for Republicans

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