Washington has few paths to early prison release. Advocates fear Gov. Ferguson has closed off a critical one
Gov. Bob Ferguson has rejected everyone the state board recommended for commutation
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The WA 'strike force' chasing millions in COVID-19 relief fraud
From a Spokane T-shirt scheme to a Nigerian unemployment scam, federal prosecutors are grappling with how to prioritize cases amid limited resources.
With assault weapons ban, Washington enters a new era of gun reform
Ten years ago, the NRA was feared. But three major laws signed by Gov. Inslee show that Democrats are less reluctant to pass new restrictions.
New coalition seeks to end Idaho’s closed primary elections
Idahoans for Open Primaries will attempt to qualify a ballot initiative for the November 2024 election
In Washington, FDA lawsuit is part of larger strategy to preserve abortion access
Court ruling preserves status quo in several states as fight continues elsewhere over abortion pill
GOP, Dems raise concerns about new law eliminating Idaho’s March presidential primary election
Idaho Democratic leader calls for special legislative session to clarify presidential primary process
Oregon open primaries supporters start fresh with 2024 ballot measure
Nonaffiliated voters are the largest bloc but are currently barred from voting in most primary elections
Collapsing Roofs, Broken Toilets, Flooded Classrooms: Inside the Worst-Funded Schools in the Nation
Idaho spends less on schools per student than any other state. Kids are sweating, freezing and struggling to learn.
King County prosecutor’s office accused of 'self-dealing’ promotion
An investigation found no hiring policies were violated but noted there is no consistent process for filling leadership positions.
Schools hiring emergency teachers for special education, potentially violating federal law
More than 130 emergency licensed instructors who don’t have to meet federally mandated standards are teaching students with disabilities
