Washington state

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Jacquelin Maycumber, the House Republican floor leader, says she’s hopeful the Legislature will reconsider several recently passed police reforms and how the state handles drug possession.

Next legislative session Spokane Representative, Marcus Riccelli, is hopeful healthcare will be a priority. Riccelli, a Democrat, is the incoming chair of the House Healthcare and Wellness committee.

Abortion providers in Washington say an influx of patients from states that already have – or will soon – ban most abortions has started.

A study of Washington Main Street communities found they recovered better than other business areas.

Reports of adult abuse have been steadily increasing since 2012 as baby boomers reach retirement.Washington State Department of Health leaders say they are concerned by the drop in reports during the pandemic, saying elder abuse was still likely occurring.

Heat protection rules for outdoor workers were first rolled out during heat waves and severe wildfires in 2021.

Washington State Health Officials say Tuberculosis cases are at a 20 - year high.

An anonymous survey of Washington students from 6th to 12th grade found many struggle with depression and anxiety, but many area also hopeful about the future.

Following in the path of multiple other states, Washington Gov. Jay Inslee announced Thursday that he will largely lift the state’s indoor mask mandate, in place since last August, on Monday, March 21.