Laurel Demkovich, Washington State Standard

Supporters of the proposal say it will help tenants stay in their homes and provide predictability in their housing costs. Opponents say it could hurt small landlords and hinder new housing construction in Washington.

Democrats in the Washington legislature are making clear they believe new taxes or tax hikes will likely be part of their approach to closing a multi-billion dollar budget gap.

The land would be used to build hundreds of homes, but locals are worried about the lack of infrastructure and loss of green space.

Washington’s annual ‘committee days’ are a chance for legislators to get up to speed on issues that may arise next year.

The gap could be difficult to fill as the state grapples with a broader budget deficit.

The number of people showing up at county election offices on Election Day to register to vote or update registration information has been on the rise after changes to state law.

An audit finds the Employment Security Department was not tracking when people received paid family leave benefits and unemployment insurance at the same time.

More than $100 million has been plunked down to sway how you’ll cast your ballot.

Currently, $2.2 billion is available to be claimed, according to a new report from the Department of Revenue.

Democratic incumbent Maria Cantwell and Republican challenger Raul Garcia faced off in Spokane.