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White River Bridge re-opens ahead of schedule

The White River Bridge on State Road 410 has reopened to traffic two weeks ahead of schedule. We would like to thank you all for patience during this time as... READ MORE

Rep. Farivar Highlights Worker & Food Security Protections Following Lake City Fred Meyer Closure

OLYMPIA – Today marks the closure of the Lake City Fred Meyer. As someone who grew up and still lives just a few blocks from that store, this hits close... READ MORE

Statement from Speaker Laurie Jinkins on Legislative Building vandalism

Speaker Laurie Jinkins (D-Tacoma), released the following statement regarding a break-in and vandalism at the Legislative Building in Olympia: “Last night, an intruder broke into the Legislative Building in Olympia... READ MORE

Statement from Washington House Speaker Laurie Jinkins (D-Tacoma) on today’s deadly shooting of an Eastern State Hospital employee

“It is horrifying to learn of today’s shooting death of an Eastern State Hospital employee. My heart goes out to the family and loved ones of the victim, and to... READ MORE

House Rep. Leavitt, Senator Wagoner Share Statement Following Helicopter Accident

Background – Army chief warrant officers Andrew Cully, 35, of Sparta, Mo., and Andrew Kraus, 39, of Sanibel, Fla., were killed along with two sergeants from Washington: Donavon Scott, 25,... READ MORE