The latest political news and election updates in Tri-Cities, Washington, and beyond.
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Sunnyside SD Avoids Voting Act Lawsuit With Settlement
In April of this year, Empowering Latina Leaders & Action (ELLA) through the ACLU of WA, notified the school district of an intent to pursue litigation over the results of the 2023 school board elections.

Could Minnesota Voting Debacle Happen in Washington State?
If it seems like people's emotions intensify during election time it's because they do.

The Biggest Surprise From Washington's Primary Election Day One
The initial data drop for Washington State's primary election was released Tuesday. Here are a few surprises that came from the first night of results.

Are Washington State Voters Boycotting the August Primary?
It's no secret many voters don't get excited about primary elections, but as of last count (which was Friday August 2nd) voters may be outright avoiding this primary.

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?
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?
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
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
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
An interesting turn of events just occurred regarding this year's elections (potentially) with less than two months until filing week in Washington State.