2026 Washington state legislative session begins

With the banging of gavels, the Washington state Legislature opened its sprint of a 60-day session Monday in Olympia. The ...
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'I don't recognize your authority'; Sheriffs' association could expel Pierce County sheriff over comments at legislative hearing

A western Washington sheriff says he doesn't believe lawmakers can tell him what to do and his comments are sparking ...

WATCH: WA Democrats criticize reporter probes into potential daycare fraud

Washington state Democratic leaders responded fiercely to the notion of journalists looking into possible fraud regarding ...
Mountain State Spotlight

What’s at stake for West Virginians? Here’s what our team will be reporting on this legislative session.

During the 60-day legislative sprint our reporters will highlight how lawmakers are – or aren’t — addressing the state’s needs. You can help.
The Herald-Dispatch

87th WV legislative session opens with 565 bills introduced, debate on House rules

The second half of the two-year 87th West Virginia legislative session got underway on Jan. 14, 2026 at the state Capitol in Charleston, West Virginia, with 565 bills introduced in the House and ...