Authorities apparently are making progress in the war on marijuana seed peddling. The Associated Press reports that a deal is in the works to bring Canada's "Prince of Pot" to a federal court in Seattle to plead guilty to a charge of conspiring to maunfacture…
If you've ever found yourself admiring those Washington State Patrol uniforms, you're in good company.The WSP has been honored as the Best Dressed State Agency in America by the National Association of Uniform Manufacturers and Distributors. The agency's heavy-weave wool uniforms are made by Blumenthal…
Three death row inmates are seeking greater assurances that they won't feel any improper pain and suffering when they're executed. The lawsuit, being argued in Thurston County Superior Court, questions whether the state's execution procedures are sufficient.Lawyers defending the state in the case note that…
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) Washington is cracking down on so-called "badge charities" that claim to help police, firefighters and veterans. Attorney General Rob McKenna says some are phony. And Secretary of State Sam Reed says some give very little money to the groups they claim to…
SEATTLE (AP) — Gov. Chris Gregoire has proclaimed Thursday "Drive Nice Day."She's challenging Washington drivers to have a collision-free day on the roads.State Licensing Director Liz Luce says a little courtesy behind the wheel can making driving safer and more enjoyable for everyone.
King County's assessor will step down shortly before he is sentenced next month for driving drunk.The AP version of the latest developments in this story can be found within the full version of this posting.
Gov. Chris Gregoire wants to start clearing illegal immigrants from Washington's prisons, turning them over to federal authorities for potential deportation. The move is among the ways Gregoire is trying to save money amid dwindling tax revenue.The Associated Press took a look at the effort.…
