Washington State

Politics

WA proposed budget funds stipends to attract low-income board members

$50,000 is allocated for constituents to help shape boards and commissions with their lived experiences.

Mari Kanagy • February 23rd Feb 23rd

Politics

Banning toxic chemicals in cosmetics moves forward in WA

'This is a banned chemical, it's a known carcinogen — and here we are putting it on the faces of women.'

Melissa Santos • February 20th Feb 20th

Politics

Bill aims to boost incentives for filming in Washington

If 'Twilight' is set in Washington, it should have been shot in Washington, legislators say.

Mari Kanagy • February 17th Feb 17th