A failed bridge on the road to Mount Rainier needs urgent replacement, according to a state senator. Kelley Payne tells us a proposal to fast-track the emergency replacement of the Fairfax Bridge gets a Senate Transportation Committee hearing next week.
How many chances does it take to protect kids from fentanyl? That’s the question in Olympia as the State Senate once again passes a child safety bill aimed at preventing deadly overdoses. Tracy Ellis reports.
On Timber Country 94.7, Senator Jeff Wilson shares his views on key issues impacting Washington residents. He discusses the controversial Senate Bill 5974 and its implications for local sheriffs, questions the state’s sanctuary policies, and highlights his efforts to...
State legislators are taking another swing at solving Washington’s housing crunch. Tracy Ellis reports.
In this KGMI interview, Sen. Keith Wagoner shares insights on Olympia’s 2026 session, addressing flood recovery efforts, Washington farmers’ economic struggles, and controversial law enforcement bills. He also highlights budget concerns and the need for policy changes...
A battle over Washington’s initiative process at the State Capitol. Tracy Ellis has the latest on the so-called “Initiative Killer” bill.
Senator Shelly Short and Representatives Andrew Engell and Hunter Abell break down the first week of Washington’s 2026 legislative session. Topics include wildlife management bills, tax proposals, housing and childcare challenges, and the Climate Commitment Act’s...
State taxpayer dollars meant to help people of color buy homes may have gone to insiders instead. Tracy Ellis reports.
Sen. Chris Gildon, R-Puyallup, reports from the state Capitol on the opening of the 2026 legislative session and the important decisions facing lawmakers. https://youtu.be/FeXvLzGLtTM?si=bsl_woM0ezzUYpMx
9th District Sen. Mark Schoesler talks about the opening week of the 2026 legislative session, including Gov. Bob Ferguson's State of the State address and concerns about agriculture in Washington. https://youtu.be/ySr9d75_Pd4?si=VnpZpdrE3bvOL20u
Are Democrats in Washington enacting an income tax? Yes. Legislative Democrats, who are in the majority, are preparing to drop two income tax bills -- one in the Senate and one in the House of Representatives. An income tax on anyone WILL become an income tax on...
Sen. Shelly Short says Democrats plan to pass an income tax without voter approval and predicts a court challenge. She also opposes SB 5974, calling it the worst bill she’s seen, as it allows an unelected board to remove elected sheriffs over enforcement...
