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Postal Service Issues Scam Warning for Washington Residents
Washington residents are being warned about brushing scams involving fake packages and QR code traps that can steal personal and financial information.

Eastern Washington Sheriffs Issue Statement on New Gun Legislation
Two Eastern Washington sheriffs oppose a new state gun law taking effect in 2027.
House Bill 1163, signed by Governor Bob Ferguson on May 20, requires Washington residents to obtain a permit before purchasing a firearm. The permit process includes fingerprinting, a background check, and mandatory live-fire training...

Washingtonians Can Expect ‘Sticker Shock’ on 10 Grocery Items Due to Tariffs
These days, everyone is looking for a bit of financial relief.
The last few years have brought skyrocketing inflation and higher prices on groceries, utilities, and what seems like every expense coming through your household each month.
Tariffs Will Have An Impact On The Price Of Many Grocery Items
Whether you agree or disagree with the current administration's approach to tariffs, the reality for

5 Years of No Payments in Washington – Get Ready for Bills to Restart
A payment around 800,000 Washingtonians haven't made since the pandemic is returning in a few days.
U.S. officials will start collecting payments again May 5.
Student Loan Repayment to Restart for Washingtonians
Mark your calendars, because May 5 is the day the Department of Education will resume collecting defaulted student loan debt...

IRS to Stop Issuing Refund Checks to Washingtonians
President Donald Trump signs an executive order for the Internal Revenue Service to stop issuing refund checks.
BELOW: Five Counties with the Cheapest Property Tax in Washington
President Trump signed the order, titled "Modernizing Payments To and From America's Bank Account," March 25...

Washington Faces $15 Billion Budget Shortfall
As the state faces an estimated $15 billion budget shortfall over the next four years, Governor Bob Ferguson pitches $4 billion in cuts.
12th District Rep. Mike Steele (R-Chelan) says that's a good step in the right direction, but it's not quite enough...
