The latest political news and election updates in Tri-Cities, Washington, and beyond.
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![Tri-Cities...Your Natural Gas Bill Is Going To Skyrocket!](http://townsquare.media/site/1130/files/2024/07/attachment-ng-feature.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Tri-Cities...Your Natural Gas Bill Is Going To Skyrocket!
Over the weekend I received a form letter from Cascade Natural Gas, maybe you got one too, that laid out the coming rate increase...and what an increase it is. In some ways it came across as an apology...in other ways, a warning.
![Tensions Growing Between Semi Bird and Washington State GOP?](http://townsquare.media/site/1130/files/2024/06/attachment-bird-walsh-feature.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Tensions Growing Between Semi Bird and Washington State GOP?
The relationship between the Washington State republican Party and it's endorsed candidate for Governor has been an interesting one. Much was made about the events leading to Semi Bird's endorsement in the race for the State's top executive at the State Party Convention in Spokane back in April.
![Will Washington Election Law Bump Trump Off The State Ballot?](http://townsquare.media/site/1130/files/2024/06/attachment-trump-feature.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Will Washington Election Law Bump Trump Off The State Ballot?
When former President Donald Trump was convicted by a New York jury on felony charges last Thursday it opened up a whole different universe.
![Longtime Tri-Cities Realtor Announces Run For Commissioner](http://townsquare.media/site/1130/files/2024/05/attachment-Untitled-design-2024-05-06T202456.052.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Longtime Tri-Cities Realtor Announces Run For Commissioner
The Kamiakin Brave and Washington State Cougar intends to bring a number of issues to the forefront of his campaign.
![Former Grandview Mayor Gloria Mendoza Announces Candidacy For State Representative](http://townsquare.media/site/1130/files/2024/05/attachment-Gloria-Mendoza.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Former Grandview Mayor Gloria Mendoza Announces Candidacy For State Representative
Gloria Mendoza, ex-Mayor of Grandview, Republican, vies for Washington State House in 14th District, emphasizing community roots and advocacy.
![Federal Judge Redraws Washington State Map](http://townsquare.media/site/1130/files/2024/03/attachment-map-feature.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Federal Judge Redraws Washington State Map
An interesting turn of events just occurred regarding this year's elections (potentially) with less than two months until filing week in Washington State.
![Washington Enacts New Law to Modernize Voter Registration System](http://townsquare.media/site/1130/files/2024/03/attachment-Governor-Inslee.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Washington Enacts New Law to Modernize Voter Registration System
Governor Jay Inslee signs House Bill 1962 into law, ushering in a new era for Washington's voter registration system. The bill, sponsored by Representative Sam Low and backed by bipartisan support, introduces measures to update voter addresses, enhance verification procedures, and streamline inter-county transfers, aiming to bolster election integrity and voter confidence.
![Washington State Legislature Passes 3 of 6 Initiatives Into Law](http://townsquare.media/site/1130/files/2024/03/attachment-feature1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Washington State Legislature Passes 3 of 6 Initiatives Into Law
The Washington State Legislature on Monday passed into law three of the six initiatives that were certified by the Secretary of States office in January.
![Oregon State Makes Stunning Reversal On Drug Policy](http://townsquare.media/site/1130/files/2024/03/attachment-feature.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Oregon State Makes Stunning Reversal On Drug Policy
On November 3rd, 2020 Oregon voters passed Measure 110 with nearly 59 percent of the vote. Part of the measure became a first-of-it's kind experiment in drug decriminalization.
![Key Topics and Deadlines in WA State Legislature (February 2024)](http://townsquare.media/site/1130/files/2024/02/attachment-WSC-vote.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Key Topics and Deadlines in WA State Legislature (February 2024)
Stay informed about the legislative session in Washington state as policymakers make quick decisions to address important issues.