Slade Gorton and Tom Huff in front of maps of the current congressional and legislative districts. OLYMPIA -- Former U.S. Sen. Slade Gorton was named today to the panel that will redraw congressional and legislative boundaries because of the state's population growth. Gorton, a three-term…
OLYMPIA -- Sen. Bob McCaslin, the most senior member of the Legislature who has represented Spokane Valley's 4th District for 30 years, is retiring because of health problems. In a prepared statement, McCaslin said health problems have resurfaced that have changed his plans to serve…
OLYMPIA -- There's no chance the Legislature will ask voters for a tax increase for anything -- except maybe for highways and other transportation projects -- legislative leaders said today. Appearing at forum to preview the upcoming legislative session, the Democratic and Republican leaders of…
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