Washington
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Report: WA's cap-and-invest program could add 45,000 jobs, $9 billion
Washington's clean energy law could bring thousands of jobs and billions of dollars to the state, according to a new report. Greenline Insights' …
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Report: Immigration enforcement changing, NW detention still high
A new report looked into the recent shift in immigration enforcement, especially at the immigrant detention center in Tacoma. The University of …
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Young Washingtonians spread word on National Voter Registration Day
Today is National Voter Registration Day, and some young people in Washington state are encouraging people in their age group to ensure they're …
WA program gets $35 million to help low-income students going to college
Funding is coming to a program supporting students from low-income families in Washington state who want to go on to college or postsecondary educatio…
Committee makes recommendations in updated NW Forest Plan
The U.S. Forest Service is considering changes to modernize the Northwest Forest Plan. While it was hailed as a success when it was created 30 years …
Demand high for WA EV incentive program
Washingtonians want to drive electric vehicles and a new rebate program from the state is providing proof. Earlier this month, the Washington State …
Checking in on mental health as WA kids head back to school
Promoting mental health is on the checklist as the new school year nears for Washington state students. Mental-health professionals on school …
Fed grant supports transportation planning tool in WA
A grant from the federal government is helping improve transportation planning options in the Puget Sound region. The nonprofit Hopelink received a $…
Deadline for summer food benefits for WA kids approaching
The deadline is approaching for families to apply for food benefits in Washington state. The national program known as SUN Bucks is the U-S …
Ranked choice voting in spotlight after vote splitting in WA primary
A close primary race in Washington state is highlighting the issue of vote splitting and how ranked choice voting could provide a solution. The …
Report finds barriers for NW coastal tribes responding to climate change
Coastal tribes in the Northwest are on the front lines of the changing climate but face barriers to responding to its effects. A new report …
With costs already high, WA initiative could cut child care budget
The cost of childcare is on the minds of Washington state voters going into November, especially because of an initiative that could upend funding …