Ferguson faces recall effort over unfilled Public Disclosure Commission seats
[OLYMPIA | JERRY CORNFIELD]—A recall effort is quietly underway against Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson for failing to fill vacancies on the commission that enforces state campaign finance laws. The petition to remove Ferguson from office accuses the first-term Democrat of misfeasance and violating his oath of office by not filling two seats on the Public […]
DHS Secretary Signals “Hard Look” at Pulling Customs from Sanctuary City Airports Ahead of FIFA World Cup
DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin during an interview with Fox News anchor Bret Baier on Monday evening shared that he is considering the withdrawal of CBP customs services from sanctuary city airports if states continue limiting cooperation with ICE— a move that would cripple not only the economy but also FIFA revenues for Washington state. “If […]
Jayapal urges end to fuel blockade after Cuba visit
SEATTLE — United States Representatives Pramila Jayapal (D-WA07) and Jonathan Jackson (D-IL01) returned from a five-day congressional delegation to Cuba last week and pressed for an immediate end to the Trump administration’s fuel blockade on the island, which they said inflicted unnecessary suffering on civilians including premature babies in hospital incubators. “This is an act […]
Snohomish County Superior Court Celebrates Law Day 2026 with Open House, May 1
Snohomish County Superior Court proudly joins in the celebration of Law Day 2026. Law Day is a national event observed annually to promote a greater understanding of our legal system. This year’s theme is “The Rule of Law and the American Dream.” Snohomish County Superior Court’s Law Day Open House will commence at 11:30 a.m., […]
Port of Everett’s 32nd annual Marina & Jetty Island Cleanup Day
Celebrate Earth Day with the Port of Everett by giving back to your waterfront! You’re invited to join us at the Port of Everett’s 32nd annual Marina & Jetty Island Cleanup Day on April 18 from 9 a.m. – noon to help keep the Everett waterfront a clean and enjoyable place to visit. Whether volunteering […]
WA clashes in court with prediction market platforms Kalshi and Robinhood
[JAKE GOLDSTEIN-STREET]—Washington sued the online prediction market platform Kalshi last week with claims that the company is violating state gambling laws. Now, one of Kalshi’s partners is biting back. Robinhood this week sued the state to preemptively protect its ability to continue offering shares in the outcome of everything from sporting events to politics and […]
Fiscal Fallout: $375 million bond debt indirectly funding operating budget
[The Center Square]—Washington state is quietly raiding a special fund meant for local roads, bridges, water pipes, and sewers and now borrowing money through higher-rate bonds to replenish it — even though the state just collected record tax revenue and passed its biggest tax hike ever, according to an analysis of state fiscal data by […]
Lonestar Live at Angel of the Winds Casino Resort
ARLINGTON—Get ready for an unforgettable night of country music as Lonestar, the acclaimed American country band best known for chart-topping hits and heartfelt ballads, comes to Angel of the Winds Casino Resort on Friday, June 19, 2026, in the Rivers Run Event Center. Lonestar has captivated audiences for decades with memorable songs that blend traditional country storytelling with […]
Russian crude oil surges 76 percent as Operation Epic Fury enters sixth week
The price of Russian Urals crude oil has surged to a 13-year high since the U.S.-led Operation Epic Fury began against Iran, climbing more than 76% in the past month as global supplies tightened from Middle East disruptions. Urals, Russia’s main export blend, traded at $121.17 per barrel as of April 2 and hit a […]
Bellevue rally backs Operation Epic Fury against Iranian regime
BELLEVUE—A couple of hundred people made their voices heard at the Lion and Sun Rally in Downtown Bellevue on Saturday to protest against the atrocities of the Iranian Ayatollah regime and demanding justice for the roughly 40,000 Iranians killed in a January protest crackdown. “People should know that the Islamists in Iraq and in Lebanon […]
