King Co. executive blocks local cooperation in out-of-state abortion investigations
King County Executive Dow Constantine signed an executive order on Tuesday that will prevent county resources from being used in out-of-state abortion investigations.
Washington the lone Democrat-controlled state not considering inflation tax rebate relief
Pressure is mounting on Gov. Jay Inslee and Democratic lawmakers in the state House and Senate to follow the lead of other Democratically-led states and provide meaningful tax relief in light of rising inflation.
Gov. Inslee prohibits Washington State Patrol from aiding out-of-state abortion investigations
Gov. Jay Inslee has issued a directive instructing the Washington State Patrol to not cooperate with out-of-state abortion investigations, a preemptive move in case states where abortion is banned or significantly restricted seek to investigate whether their residents have traveled to the state.
Gov. Inslee won’t seek temporary suspension of state gas tax, despite Biden's call to do so
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee said he would not support a temporary suspension of the state gas tax, despite President Joe Biden calling on state leaders to do so.
Whistleblower talks to FOX 13 after being fired by state insurance commissioner
Washington state Gov. Jay Inslee is now among a growing number of people saying elected Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler should resign.
Washington surpasses key COVID-19 metric that could trigger indoor mask mandate
A key metric Governor Jay Inslee used to determine the lifting of a state wide mask mandate in March has been surpassed by the recent surge of COVID infections.
Inslee settles lawsuit over building council appointments
Gov. Jay Inslee’s appointments to an obscure regulatory panel have cost Washington state $70,000 in a public records lawsuit settlement — and forced the governor to name new appointees, according to a report from The Seattle Times.
Washington Governor Jay Inslee tests positive for COVID-19; officials urge masking
Washington Governor Jay Inslee tested positive for COVID-19 and is experiencing "very mild" symptoms, his office announced Wednesday.
Man responsible for horrific 1980 SeaTac triple murder denied parole by Gov. Inslee
By order of Washington Governor Jay Inslee, the man responsible for a horrific triple-murder robbery in 1980 will not be released from prison on parole due to the killer's failure to “demonstrate both a full acceptance of his responsibility and remorse.”
Kitsap Transit to break ground on new transit center in Silverdale
Governor Jay Inslee and Nuria Fernandez, head of the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), participated in a groundbreaking ceremony for Kitsap Transit's new Silverdale Transit Center (STC) Thursday.
People living in tents along state highways cannot stay if offered shelter, Gov. Inslee says
People living in encampments along state highway right-of-ways will soon have to make a decision, Governor Jay Inslee said: take shelter or move.
Gov. Inslee announces new director for WA's police use-of-force investigation office
Washington Governor Jay Inslee appointed a director for the state's new police use-of-force investigation office.
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee promises to defend abortion rights at Seattle rally
In response to a draft U.S. Supreme Court opinion that would throw out the landmark Roe v. Wade ruling, Washington Gov. Jay Inslee said the state would provide sanctuary for women outside the state seeking abortions and would explore ways to codify abortion rights in the state’s Constitution.
Inslee to appeal 2 COVID restrictions relating to in-person DOL services, public meetings
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee has announced he will repeal two pandemic restrictions relating to in-person driver's license services and public meetings.
Washington justices unanimously reject Inslee recall effort
The Washington Supreme Court on Thursday unanimously rejected an effort to recall Democratic Gov. Jay Inslee over his handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
Inslee signs law intended to reduce hazing incidents after WSU freshman's death
After Washington State University freshman Sam Martinez died from alcohol poisoning after a fraternity event in 2019, his parents became determined to prevent similar tragedies.
'We can't wait until the 22nd century'; Gov. Inslee says Biden's 2023 budget shortchanges Hanford cleanup
Washington Governor Jay Inslee disapproves of President Biden's 2023 budget, saying it cuts too much from the state's ongoing Hanford nuclear cleanup project.
Washington Insurance Commissioner extends COVID-19 emergency orders to April 28
Washington Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler is extending two COVID-19 emergency orders through April 28, according to Thursday press release.
Gov. Inslee signs bills tightening gun rules
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee signed a package of bills Wednesday tightening the state’s gun laws, including a measure that bans the manufacture, distribution and sale of firearm magazines that hold more than 10 rounds of ammunition.
New bill seeks to recognize 911 dispatchers as first responders
A new bill is seeking to recognize 911 dispatchers as first responders.