Trucking business owner files lawsuit against Washington state over disputed ‘millionaires tax,’ claims it harms small companies.
Legal Challenges Emerge Against Washington’s Income Tax on High Earners The newly implemented income tax on high-income earners in Washington state is already facing opposition. Detractors claim it breaches the state constitution and may negatively impact small businesses. Set at 9.9%, this tax applies to individuals and households earning $1 million or more—a significant departure […]
Washington state initiates a $300K study on reparations for descendants of slavery
The state of Washington has set aside $300,000 to explore reparations for the descendants of enslaved individuals. This move follows a legislative study initiated last year that delves into the historical implications of slavery on areas that once comprised the Washington and Oregon Territories, aiming to understand the lingering effects on today’s societal structures, including […]
Man in Washington admits guilt in two cold case murders from years ago
Man Pleads Guilty to Cold Case Murders After 20 Years A man from Washington has admitted to involvement in a cold case that dates back two decades. This was revealed after detectives utilized a clever tactic involving gum to establish his connection to the crimes. Mitchell Gough, who is 68, formally pleaded guilty in Snohomish […]
Hikers Identify Skeletal Remains as Those of Washington Woman Missing Since November 2024
Missing Washington Mother Identified After Remains Found Skeletal remains discovered by hikers in Washington state have been confirmed to belong to Hayley E. Asay, a mother of three who vanished nearly 18 months ago while mushroom hunting with friends. Authorities confirmed that these remains belonged to the 33-year-old from Cowlitz County, last seen by her […]
Trump’s Washington, D.C. arch monument receives initial approval from arts committee
Trump’s Monument Plan Receives Initial Approval The U.S. Board of Fine Arts has tentatively approved President Donald Trump’s ambitious idea to erect a significant Arc de Triomphe monument in Washington, D.C., as reported by the New York Times. This board, acting primarily in an advisory capacity, reviewed various project concepts, including the arch itself. However, […]
Hikers discover remains of missing Washington State mother Hailey Athay in Kelso
Skeletal Remains of Missing Mother Discovered in Washington State In a tragic turn of events, hikers in Washington state have uncovered the skeletal remains of a missing mother of three. Hayley Asay, aged 33, was last seen foraging for mushrooms with an unidentified man just before Thanksgiving in 2024. The shocking discovery took place on […]
Human remains discovered in woods identified as a missing woman from Washington state
Authorities in Washington state have confirmed that the remains found by climbers in Rose Valley belong to a 33-year-old woman who had been missing for about a year and a half. The Cowlitz County Sheriff’s Office reported that two young men hiking in a wooded area stumbled upon skeletal remains and clothing, prompting them to […]
Native American groups reject new ‘harmful’ spear logo for the Washington Commanders, stating, ‘We are not your mascot’
Washington Commanders Unveil Controversial New Logo After a long history of debate surrounding its name and emblem, the Washington Commanders introduced a new logo that has stirred further controversy. The latest design features a spear, seemingly reminiscent of the former Redskins logo and name. “It’s crucial to break this cycle and heed the voices of […]
Teacher showed topless images to students during a class PowerPoint presentation in Washington state.
A high school educator in Washington state is facing criticism after inadvertently showing a topless image during a class presentation, as stated by the school’s principal. An unnamed teacher at Glacier Peak High School in Snohomish displayed four explicit photos of women’s breasts while delivering a PowerPoint presentation to students on Wednesday. This unexpected incident […]
The Budget Process in Washington Is Flawed. It Needs Immediate Attention.
The federal government spent around 7 trillion dollars last year, which amounts to about $222,000 every second. It’s hard to imagine, really—even the most extravagant railroad moguls from the Gilded Age might feel a bit embarrassed by those numbers. Surprisingly, the reaction in Washington was largely indifferent. That indifference, however, carries significant consequences. The federal […]