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A “no trespassing” sign outside of Northwest ICE Processing Center, also known as Northwest Detention Center. (Photo by Grace Deng/Washington State Standard)

Washington inspectors must be let inside Tacoma immigrant detention center, judge rules

The private company that runs a Tacoma immigrant detention center must allow state inspectors inside after years of refusing, a federal judge ruled Thursday. But U.S. District Court Judge … more

By Jake Goldstein-Street / The Washington State Standard | 7/9/26

Washington Democratic chair defends new anti-Israel, pro-reparations platform

Nearly three weeks after the Washington State Democratic Party adopted a controversial party platform that supports reparations and made anti-Israel statements, Democratic Party Chair Shasti Conrad … more

By Carleen Johnson / The Center Square | 7/9/26

Washington small businesses signal bleak outlook for growth, hiring

The National Federation of Independent Business released a Washington-specific version of its monthly Small Business Economic Trends report on Tuesday, which shows the region below the national … more

By Carleen Johnson / The Center Square | 7/9/26

Divisions emerge as Washington state looks to retool its wolf shooting rules

A little more than two weeks ago, the director of the state’s Department of Fish and Wildlife ordered the killing of one or two wolves in southeast Washington after a series of attacks occurred on … more

Aspen Ford / Washington State Standard | 7/9/26

These are items contributed to the congressional time capsule by members of Washington state’s delegation. The capsule, to be buried beneath the U.S. Capitol visitor’s center, will be opened in 2276. (Photo courtesy of the Office of Rep. Rick Larsen)

Here’s what Washington’s federal delegation want residents in 2276 to know about the state

An apple carved from Tenino stone. A photo of the Nisqually Glacier on Mount Rainier. A commemorative FIFA World Cup ORCA card. And a snapshot of a smiling Jay Inslee in a boat. Those mementos … more

By Jerry Cornfield / The Washington State Standard | 7/8/26

Wood beams from the original lookout structure sit in a pile at the High Rock Lookout in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest overlooking Mount Rainier on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025.

High Rock Trail, lookout area and trailhead closed amid restoration efforts

Beginning Wednesday, July 8, the High Rock Lookout and surrounding area will be closed to the public during the continued reconstruction and renovation of the High Rock Lookout in the Cowlitz Valley … more

By The Chronicle staff | 7/8/26

Victim, suspect identified in Olympia-area homicide

The victim of an apparent homicide in the Olympia area on July 3 has been identified as David Poplack, 49, of Olympia. The Thurston County Coroner’s Office conducted an autopsy on … more

By Emily Fitzgerald / emily@thurstonchronicle.com | 7/8/26

Gov. Bob Ferguson answers questions from the press during a legislative session preview in a Senate Hearing room in Olympia on Friday, Jan. 9.

Washington city sends resolution opposing new state income tax to governor

The Pasco City Council passed a resolution Monday formally opposing Washington state’s new 9.9% income tax on annual earnings over $1 million, and officials may go even further to ensure a similar … more

Tim Clouser / The Center Square | 7/8/26

Secretary of State Steve Hobbs answers questions during a Legislative Media Day at the Washington state Capitol on Thursday, Feb. 19, in Olympia.

DOJ threatens Washington state election officials with prosecution if noncitizens vote

Federal authorities on Tuesday threatened Washington state election officials with criminal prosecution if they fail to prevent noncitizens from voting in this year’s federal elections. In a … more

By Jerry Cornfield and Jake Goldstein-Street / The Washington State Standard | 7/7/26

Families all set up to watch Moana 2 at Movies in the Park on Saturday, Aug. 9..

Community Calendar for July 9: Eye of the Storm Scramble, Movies in the Park, Kyle's last call memorial ride

Thursday, July 9 Eye of the Storm Scramble Join the Yelm High School Football Committee in raising money for the Tornados football team this season as the organization will host the Eye of the Storm … more

7/7/26

The City of Yelm is exploring options on how a potential Southern Loop can be constructed near Blue Fern Development's 640-acre property without affecting Yelm's debt capacity.

Yelm superintendent talks potential fifth levy attempt, Blue Fern Development during board meeting

During the “superintendent report” portion of the Yelm Community Schools Board of Directors meeting on Thursday, June 25, Chris Woods, YCS superintendent, highlighted the potential for running a … more