Tariffs could mean higher grocery and energy prices for Washingtonians
WASHINGTON D.C.—On January 31 President J Trump announced plans to impose 25% tariffs on many goods imported into the United States from Canada and Mexico as well as a 10% tariff on goods imported from China. The move is aimed at tackling undocumented immigrants and the nation’s opioid epidemic, the Trump administration says, though it […]
SnoPUD approves rate increase representing $32.9M in additional revenue
EVERETT—With a vote of two and one abstention, the Snohomish PUD Board of Commissioners approved a 4.6 percent system-average rate increase for all customer classes during its meeting on January 21, effective April 1, 2025. Both Commissioners Sid Logan and Tanya Olson voted to approve the motion; Commissioner Julieta Altamirano-Crosby abstained. “The most important thing […]
300+ recovery champions to meet lawmakers for Recovery Advocacy Day
OLYMPIA—On February 6, 2025, the Washington Recovery Alliance (WRA) will convene over 300 recovery champions at the Washington State Capitol in Olympia to meet with lawmakers and advocate for legislative priorities as part of Recovery Advocacy Day (RAD). Since 2014, the WRA has created a statewide community that celebrates and advocates for recovery. Since the […]
A permit may soon be required for Washingtonians to purchase firearms
OLYMPIA—A proposal to require a permit to purchase firearms is the latest gun legislation to be introduced in this year’s legislative session. “I think a lot of people miss that no one that I know of, at least here, is anti-Second Amendment,” said Nico Battle, from the Alliance for Gun Responsibility, in support of the […]
Hundreds rally for undocumented immigrant protections
OLYMPIA—More than 500 people braved the cold with their monarch butterfly signs – symbols of immigration, freedom, and movement – to support undocumented immigrant rights during a rally on Thursday, January 30 in Olympia, organized by the Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network (WAISN). Brenda Rodríguez López, executive director of WAISN, said she wasn’t afraid despite warnings […]
Bill critics alleging will undo Parents’ Rights initiative moves forward
(The Center Square)—House Republicans in the Washington State Legislature offered up dozens of amendments Thursday, January 30, during an executive session before the House Education Committee, but none were successful in slowing down a bill that critics say would undo a parents’ bill of rights initiative passed by lawmakers last year. House Bill 1296 would, according to the […]
National Burn Awareness Week: Preventing Burns in the Homes
OLYMPIA—The Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office is providing tips to prevent burn injuries in the community during National Burn Awareness Week, February 2-8, 2025. This year’s emphasis is on preventing burns in the home. Burn hazards can be found in every living space, including houses, apartments, and temporary shelters. By taking a few simple precautions, […]
DNC Members Elect New Slate of DNC Officers
On Saturday, February 1, Democratic National Committee (DNC) members voted to elect a new slate of DNC Officers including positions for Chair, Vice Chair of Civic Engagement and Voter Participation, three Vice Chairs, Secretary, Treasurer, and National Finance Chair. The DNC is the principal governing organization of the Democratic Party of the United States. The new elected […]
Collision Investigation Unit Detectives Investigate Fatal Crash in Bothell
BOTHELL—A 16-year-old male was killed in a vehicle crash on Locust Way in Bothell early Saturday morning the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office reports. Around 1:59 a.m. Saturday, February 1, Sheriff’s Office deputies and Collision Investigation Unit (CIU) detectives responded to a single-vehicle fatal crash in the 24200 block of Locust Way in the unincorporated Bothell area. […]
Lynnwood police chief says state law ties the hands of police in illegal immigration enforcement
LYNNWOOD—In a message to residents on Friday, Lynnwood Police Chief Cole Langdon shared that the Keep Washington Working Act prevents law enforcement from assisting in immigration enforcement. Last Friday, Mukilteo Police Chief Andy Illyn shared a similar stance. Below is his community message in its entirety: As your Chief of Police, I want to take a moment to reaffirm the […]
