Washington
Thursday, October 31, 2024
WA youth in juvenile justice system could still vote
Some young people who are in Washington state's juvenile justice system could have the opportunity to vote in this year's election. Young people …
Voting vulnerabilities spotlighted in UW course on 'How to Steal an Election'
A timely course at the University of Washington explores the vulnerabilities of U.S. elections. The course is called "How to Steal an Election" - …
Opponents: WA would be more vulnerable to wildfires if Initiative 2117 passes
Washingtonians are voting on a measure that will decide the future of the state's climate law. Opponents of the initiative say it could hurt the …
With WA ballots in mail, voters still have time for informed decisions
The 2024 election is hitting its home stretch, and many Washingtonians have already received their ballots in the mail. Even with Election Day …
WA voters to decide on future of funding source for child care, education
Washington voters are deciding on the fate of the state's capital gains tax this election. The tax supports child care and schools. If passed…
Although banned in WA waters, fish farming could still pose threat
October is National Seafood Month and the fish on your plate might not be coming from where you think. The U.S. imports 90% of the seafood it …
WA voters to decide future of long-term care program
Ballots are showing up in people's mailboxes and one of the measures Washingtonians will decide on is the fate of a long-term care program in the stat…
Women urged to screen for breast cancer at earlier age
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and health professionals are urging women to get screened at earlier ages than previously suggested…
Recreation groups follow update to Northwest Forest Plan
An update to the Northwest Forest Plan is expected soon, and Washingtonians who enjoy the outdoors are being urged to follow the process closely…
Custodians help WA schools run despite understaffing
Custodians are often the unseen workers who ensure school buildings operate but in Washington state, understaffing can make their work difficult…
Diverse coalition opposes WA ballot measure rolling back natural gas transition
A diverse coalition of groups is opposing an initiative in Washington that could upend the state's push to make buildings greener and more efficient…
Salmon habitat set to benefit from updated Northwest Forest Plan
Struggling salmon and other fish species could benefit from an updated Northwest Forest Plan. The U.S. Forest Service is set to release a draft …