Washington Launches ShakeAlert Earthquake Warning System On May 4

Washington will complete the West Coast rollout for early earthquake alerts, giving users a few seconds to prepare before shaking begins.

After Mass Shootings, AG Renews Call For Gun Control Reforms

"An AR-15 style assault weapon remains legal to purchase in Washington state. That needs to change," said Attorney General Bob Ferguson.

Pierce County Council Commits To Cutting Greenhouse Gas Emissions

The council voted 6 - 1 Tuesday to reaffirm their commitment to cutting the county's greenhouse gas emissions 45% by 2030.

Notice Of Lakewood City Council Retreat

Notice is hereby given that the Lakewood City Council will hold a Retreat on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at 8:30 a.m.

JBLM Announces Mortar Training Tuesday & Thursday

Get your earplugs ready: JBLM says they'll be starting mortar training just after midnight.

Olympia Capitol Reopens To Pedestrians After Monthslong Closure

Portions of the Capitol Campus had been closed following the protest that breached the gates of the governor's mansion in early January.

Wildfire Prevention Bill Draws Bipartisan Support

The Washington State House of Representatives unanimously passed a bill to expand funding for preventing and fighting wildfires.

Washington Reaches Goal Of 45,000 Vaccines Administered Per Day

When state leaders first announced the goal, Washington was only performing around 13,000 to 15,000 vaccinations a day.

Lakewood Swears In New City Council Member

Patti Belle replaces councilmember John Simpson, who resigned to move to Lacey.

Lakewood Councilmember Patti Belle Sworn Into Office

On February 22, 2021 the Lakewood City Council appointed Belle as Councilmember to represent Position 5 on the City Council.

Lakewood Manager’s Weekly Bulletin For February 26

Mrs. Belle’s swearing in ceremony will occur during the City Council regular meeting of Monday, March 1, 2021.

Ban On Open Carry At Protests & Capitol Advances Through Senate

The proposal would also ban open carry in jails, courtrooms and judge's quarters, among other places.

Lakewood Council Appoints Patti Belle To City Council Position 5

Mrs. Belle’s swearing in ceremony will occur during the City Council regular meeting of Monday, March 1, 2021.

Washington Supreme Court Rules Against Felony Drug Possession Law

The Justices ruled 5 - 4 to strike down a law that made unintentional drug possession a felony.

WA Lowers Flags To Mourn 500,000 COVID-19 Casualties

Gov. Inslee has ordered flags at half-staff this week to mourn the 500,000 Americans slain by the pandemic.

After Armed Protests, States Reconsider Guns At Capitol Buildings

The question of whether guns should be allowed in capitol buildings remains political, and states are going in opposite directions.

Inslee Signs $2.2B Emergency COVID-19 Relief Bill

Now that it has been signed, the emergency relief bill has immediately gone into effect.

Notice Of Lakewood City Council Special Meeting On February 22

Please note that the regularly scheduled City Council Study Session will follow the City Council Special Meeting.

Notice Of Lakewood City Council Special Meeting On February 22

Please note that the regularly scheduled City Council Study Session will follow the City Council Special Meeting.

Anti-Tax Activist Tim Eyman Loses Campaign Finance Suit

A judge has ordered Eyman to pay $2.6 million after finding he pocketed significant sums of money raised by his political initiatives.

Lakewood Shared Hidden Heroes – Week # 4 – Makini Howell And Lyle Quasim

Lyle Quasim was the first African American director of Washington state’s Department of Social and Health Services.

COVID-19 Relief Bill Raises Minimum Unemployment, Cuts Taxes

Monday the governor signed a bill designed to cut a $1.7 billion tax spike on Washington businesses.

Pierce County Report Breaks Down How CARES Act Funding Was Spent

Pierce County received $158 million in federal funding from the CARES Act. Here's how the county put that money to work.

Hackers Steal Data Of 1.6 Million WA Unemployment Applicants

The Office of the Washington State Auditor says a security breach has exposed the data of residents who filed a claim last year.

JBLM Resumes Mortar And Artillery Training This Week

If you live near Joint Base Lewis-McChord, expect a little extra noise this week.

Washington Cancels Plans For Controversial Methanol Plant

The plant would have made chemicals to send to China for the construction of fabrics, iPhones, and even medical equipment.

Lack Of Affordable Child Care May Keep 133,000 In WA From Working

Improving access to child care could help the state generate billions. Here's how one state task force is pushing for change.

WA ESD Commissioner LeVine Accepts Role In Biden Administration

LeVine was appointed to the ESD in 2018, and had previously served as the ambassador to Switzerland under the Obama administration.

Extra Security To Remain In Olympia For Near Future

Washington's Capitol Campus was quiet for Inauguration Day, but WSP and the National Guard will be staying on scene a bit longer.

2nd Trump Impeachment: How Washington's House Delegation Voted

Two of Washington's representatives were among the 10 Republicans who voted to impeach.

Rep. Jayapal Positive For COVID-19 Following Capitol Lockdown

Jayapal is not the only representative who has tested positive following the incident. She blames colleagues who refused to wear masks.

Lakewood City Manager’s Weekly Bulletin

Travelers may experience traffic delays at railroad signal crossings and the public is asked to use extreme caution near the railroad right.

Lakewood Economic Development Board Holding Free Webinars

Economic Development Board Holding Free Webinars On The Second Round Of The Paycheck Protection Program.

Olympia Protest Cancelled Following Governor's Mansion Breach

A far right militia group has cancelled their plans to occupy the state legislature, according to a new report.

Lakewood Proclaims January 18 As Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Day

Dr. King is widely regarded as America’s leading advocate of nonviolence and one of the greatest nonviolent leaders in world history.

Lakewood Proclaims January 18 As Martin Luther King Day

Dr. King is the only non-president to have a national holiday dedicated in his honor.

'Clear And Present Danger' Inslee Calls For Trump's Removal

"It was not a protest, it was an insurrection," Inslee said."We need to go to the heart of the insurrection and remove that cancer."

Protesters Breach Washington Governor's Mansion

Shortly after the breach, WSP troopers cleared the governor's mansion grounds. There have been no arrests and no reports of injuries.

Lawmakers Debate Open Carry Ban At Protests And Capitol: Report

Senate Bill 5038 would ban open carry during demonstrations and in the state capitol.

Washington Sets $100 Cap On Insulin Copayments

226,300 Washingtonians need insulin to live. Now, a new law is making that life-saving medicine more affordable.