Politics

Chair: Jefferson County Democrats see increased participation

Chair: Jefferson County Democrats see increased participation

The Jefferson County Democrats are seeing an uptick in participation, said the newly elected chairman. Former Vice Chair Marty Gilmore, who was… Continue reading

Chair: Jefferson County Democrats see increased participation
Gov. Inslee lowers bar to clear prostitution convictions

Gov. Inslee lowers bar to clear prostitution convictions

A bill that would allow victims of sex trafficking to clear a prostitution conviction even if they’ve… Continue reading

  • Apr 27, 2017
  • By Wire Service
Gov. Inslee lowers bar to clear prostitution convictions

EYE ON OLYMPIA: Lawmakers start extra session today for operating budget, education funding

Don’t hold your breath if you’re waiting for state lawmakers to finish up work on the budget. The state Legislature finished out its… Continue reading

State Legislature to start special session Monday

Gov. Jay Inslee called lawmakers back for a special session that will start Monday, expressing frustration… Continue reading

EYE ON OLYMPIA: North Olympic Peninsula projects in House capital budget

EYE ON OLYMPIA: North Olympic Peninsula projects in House capital budget

On a bipartisan vote of 95-2, the state House of Representatives passed a state construction budget that includes a $1.8 billion investment in… Continue reading

EYE ON OLYMPIA: North Olympic Peninsula projects in House capital budget

Port Angeles sales tax increase to appear on Aug. 1 ballot

The Aug. 1 primary ballot has its first contestant: a sales tax increase. The Port Angeles Transportation Benefit District board, which consists… Continue reading

Jefferson election season starts with bid for hospital board seat

Jefferson election season starts with bid for hospital board seat

Former midwife Cheri Van Hoover has kicked off the 2017 election season with her announcement that she’s running for the Jefferson County… Continue reading

Jefferson election season starts with bid for hospital board seat

Lawyer: Little money involved in Trump sanctuary order

President Donald Trump’s executive order withholding funding from communities that limit cooperation with immigration authorities applies… Continue reading

State lawmakers struggle to finish work on time

State lawmakers struggle to finish work on time

State lawmakers are no closer to a budget deal as they close in on the end… Continue reading

State lawmakers struggle to finish work on time
Jim Moran

Former chamber board president announces he will run for Port Angeles City Council

A former board president of the Port Angeles Regional Chamber of Commerce last week became the first declared candidate for one of… Continue reading

Jim Moran

State Senate’s capital budget has $9.9 million for 24th District projects

The state Senate’s proposed capital construction budget allocates $9.9 million to projects in the 24th Legislative District, including a number of recreation… Continue reading

EYE ON OLYMPIA: Progress slows on state budget, schools funding

With just 13 days left in this legislative session, progress seems to have slowed as negotiations continue on a biennial budget and a… Continue reading

Jake Oppelt

Contested race shapes up for Port Angeles City Council election

The first contested race for a Port Angeles City Council position has emerged with the approach of filing week for the Nov.… Continue reading

Jake Oppelt
Travis Berglund

Financial adviser to seek seat on Port Angeles City Council

A critic of the current Port Angeles City Council has declared his intention to run for election to the panel. Financial adviser… Continue reading

Travis Berglund
Lindsey Schromen-Wawrin

Attorney announces candidacy for Port Angeles council seat

A public-interest lawyer has announced his candidacy for the four-year Port Angeles City Council Position 3 seat held by Mayor Patrick Downie,… Continue reading

Lindsey Schromen-Wawrin

EYE ON OLYMPIA: House, Senate move toward budget package

The 24th Legislative District’s representatives voted in favor of the House’s two-year $44.9 billion state budget that seeks to spend an additional $1.9… Continue reading

Bill to toughen rules around oil transport clears key hurdle

A House bill aimed at increasing the safety around oil transportation on land and water has cleared a key committee.… Continue reading

House passes two-year $44.9 billion state budget

House passes two-year $44.9 billion state budget

The House has passed a $44.9 billion state budget that seeks to spend an additional $1.9… Continue reading

House passes two-year $44.9 billion state budget

House budget proposal seeks $3 billion in new revenue

House Democrats on Monday released a two-year budget plan that proposes $3 billion in additional revenue… Continue reading

Sen. Murray among Democrats opposing Gorsuch

Washington Sen. Patty Murray is among three additional Democrats who have said they will vote against… Continue reading