A compromise proposal near the end of the legislative session died after Catholics rejected the bill over religious objections.

Gov. Jay Inslee and a bipartisan group of legislators are using a low-tech approach to combat deadly warming waters.

'Historic' state budget funding will go toward medical personnel, new provider training, clinic security and other resources.

The new law, which has already been applied to a case in Yakima, expands voter protections — but not without criticism.

Senate Bill 5599 expands an existing law to cover minors seeking protected healthcare services, including gender-affirming treatment.

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.

After two years of unsuccessful negotiations, Washington may not have a law against drug possession starting in July.

From gun regulations to affordable housing and a new state dinosaur, these are the initiatives that passed — and some that were not so lucky.

Completed with less than 36 hours left in the 2023 session, the budget boosts funding for state worker wages, special education and climate issues.

As of July 23, people who are trans or queer, those escaping domestic violence, and refugees will be able to change their name confidentially.

HB 1134 will fund mobile units and increased training for the hotline and response service that launched last summer.

SB 5614 was designed to improve working conditions for exotic dancers. Income from liquor sales would've paid for some of the changes.

Citizens can still own assault-style rifles — but they will not be able to buy or import most AR-type weapons after HB 1240 is signed.

Meanwhile, state lawmakers will defend their use of 'legislative privilege' to hide messages from the public in a case brought by the Washington Coalition of Open Government and others.