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Natural gas supporters argue judge is intentionally delaying fight over I-2066
Thursday marks 48 days since King County Superior Court Judge Sandra Widlan struck down an initiative protecting natural gas as an energy choice in Washington. Her order has yet to be entered into … more
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Members of the Washington Public Employees Association march at the 2025 public service recognition event at the state Capitol on May 7, 2025.
Union urges Ferguson not to sign budget without their pay raises
Thousands of state government and community college employees in Washington want Gov. Bob Ferguson to ensure they receive a pay raise in July like the rest of the state workforce. They are … more
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After closing its 24-bed youth psychiatric unit in September, Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center renovated two rooms in its general pediatric unit (seen here) to care for patients with acute psychiatric needs. Those rooms are closest to the unit's exit, which is not locked from the inside.
State health department investigating Washington hospital after girl’s suicide sparked public outcry
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling or texting 988. … more
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Washington State Supreme Court upholds ban on high-capacity ammo magazine sales
The Washington Supreme Court on Thursday upheld the state’s ban on the sale of gun ammunition magazines that hold more than 10 rounds.  The law, passed in 2022, faced a challenge from … more
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Gov. Bob Ferguson, podium, makes remarks during a bill signing event on May 7, 2025, where he signed a law that will cap rent increases for many residential tenants across Washington at 10% or less annually. (Photo by Jake Goldstein-Street/Washington State Standard)
Cap on rent increases across Washington state is signed into law
Washington landlords can no longer raise rents by more than 10% per year under landmark legislation Gov. Bob Ferguson signed into law Wednesday. Effective immediately, House Bill 1217 caps … more
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Gov. Bob Ferguson delivers his inaugural address in the House chambers at the Washington State Capitol in Olympia on Wednesday, Jan. 15.
Gov. Ferguson says those who occupied, vandalized UW building should be ‘held accountable’
Gov. Bob Ferguson said Wednesday he trusts those arrested for the occupation of a building at the University of Washington “will be held accountable for the harm they caused.” … more
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Thurston County Auditor Mary Hall speaks about the auditor's office's Clearinghouse Award for its video outreach efforts at the Board of County Commissioners meeting at The Atrium on Tuesday, May 6.
Thurston County commissioners honor auditor’s office for national communications award
The Thurston County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) honored the county auditor’s office after it recently won a national Clearinghouse Award from the United States Election Assistance … more
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Noa Kay and Mark Albonizio pose for a photo with Songbird Haven Farm, which will expand to Lewis County this summer.
King County incubator farm to expand to Lewis County, purchase Thurston County property
Songbird Haven Farm, a King County incubator farm, will expand to include the Chehalis Farmers Market in June and the Southwest Washington Food Hub for its seventh season of farming. Songbird … more
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Gov. Bob Ferguson, left, and former Gov. Jay Inslee.
In limiting new taxes, Republicans in Legislature found unexpected ally in Washington's Democratic governor
Washington’s 2025 legislative session was a shakeup in every meaning of the word. Between Washington’s new governor — the first in 12 years — and a massive predicted … more
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A gun fires as a horse races around barrels and cones at the T90 Ranch mounted shooters event on Saturday, April 29, 2023, in Tenino.
South Sound Mounted Shooters spring fling returns to T90 Ranch this weekend
The South Sound Mounted Shooters’ spring fling mounted shooting competition is back for a three-day event at T90 Ranch in Tenino from Friday through Sunday. The event begins at 3 p.m. … more
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Heavy congestion expected for Interstate 5 repairs between Maytown and Lewis County line
Daytime travelers can expect heavy congestion on Interstate 5 in South Thurston County for lane closures later this month and in June. Washington state Department of Transportation (WSDOT) crews … more
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Kelsey Buchanan is pictured between two bottle of Kelsey Gins.
Olympia Distilling Co. honors the late Kelsey Buchanan ahead of Mother’s Day
This Mother’s Day, Olympia Distilling Co. is honoring Kelsey Buchanan, a young wife and mother of three, and the guiding light behind Olympia Distilling Co.’s most personal creation: … more
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Cap on rent increases across Washington is signed into law
Washington landlords can no longer raise rents by more than 10% per year under landmark legislation Gov. Bob Ferguson signed into law Wednesday. Effective immediately, House Bill 1217 caps … more
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Secretary of Education Linda McMahon speaks at True North Classical Academy on March 18, 2025.
Feds launch review of University of Washington antisemitic violence
The Trump Administration is launching a review of antisemitic violence that occurred this week on the University of Washington campus. The review comes after about 30 pro-Palestinian protesters … more
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Gov. Bob Ferguson and Lt. Gov. Denny Heck embrace during a joint legislative session in House chambers at the Washington State Capitol in Olympia on Wednesday, Jan. 15.
Gov. Bob Ferguson pressed to veto $1.8B piece of Democrats’ tax bill
Hoteliers, restaurateurs and grocers are asking Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson to veto part of a tax bill that they say will drive up food costs for them and their customers. Excising the … more
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The burned and collapsed trestle bridge between Mineral and Morton is picture from above in this photo provided by Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad.
Lions Club establishes an account to support Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad after bridge fire 
The Mineral Lake Lions Club has established a dedicated account for donations to support the Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad as it recovers from the recent destruction of its trestle bridge between … more
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A sign at the Thurston County Courthouse is pictured on Monday, April 21.
Thurston County’s candidate filing week begins
Candidates planning to run for office in Thurston County in 2025 must file by 5 p.m. on Friday, May 9. This includes all filing and filing fees. Potential candidates are encouraged to file … more
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Marilyn Strickland, D-Tacoma
Strickland reintroduces bill to help servicemembers access fertility care
On April 24, during National Infertility Awareness Week, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland, D-Tacoma, led the reintroduction of the “Expanding Access to Fertility Care for Servicemembers and … more
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Nisqually Markets Rockstar for a Year Winner Aleksandr German poses with family.
Nisqually Markets awards year’s supply of Rockstar Energy drinks
Nisqually Markets announced that Aleksandr German, a Nisqually Markets Camas Plaza shopper, is the lucky winner of a grand prize drawing from a recent Rockstar Energy promotional contest. The … more
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Smoke rises from the trestle bridge that caught fire between Mineral and Morton last week in this photo provided on Sunday by the Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad.
Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad’s trestle bridge burns; cause remains under investigation
The Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad trestle bridge fire is contained but still smoldering, railroad personnel confirmed Sunday. Firefighters with the state Department of Natural Resources (DNR) were on … more
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