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Could new tariffs cost Washington State $4.1B? What we know
As President Trump puts a temporary pause on plans to impose new tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico, economists are ...
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New business-sponsored poll shows WA voters think raising taxes, state spending is a ‘bad idea’
Most Washington voters aren’t too pleased with the idea of boosting state spending. That’s according to a new poll by Fulcrum ...
Washington voters blame budget shortfall on uncontrolled spending, oppose tax hikes
A recent poll by the Seattle Metro Chamber revealed that Washington voters attribute the state's projected $12 billion budget ...
In Washington, David Eby says ‘further economic integration’ in U.S. on pause
David Eby said the Canadian premiers have had some 'really positive discussions' with both Democrats and Republicans.
Survey: Washingtonians pessimistic about state’s spending of taxpayer money
A new survey of Washington state voters reveals a majority don't trust lawmakers to spend taxpayer money wisely.
Would tariffs affect border states like WA more than others? Here's what to know
An executive order from President Donald Trump establishing a 25% tariff on goods imported from Mexico and Canada and a 10% tariff on goods from China was set to ...
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Study: Portland metro area generates more than half of Oregon’s economic output
The Portland metro area generates more than half of Oregon’s total economic output, with nearly 43% of the state’s residents, ...
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Why does WA have no income tax? That’s shaped class and the economy of Evergreen state
In our Reality Check stories, The News Tribune journalists seek to hold the powerful accountable and find answers to critical questions in our community. Read more. Story idea? realitycheck@ ...
Washington's first electric fire truck unveiled with $1M federal investment
Washington state has taken a "significant step toward a greener future" with the unveiling of its first-ever electric fire truck in Redmond.The engine and charg ...
Politico Pro and the swamp economy
The reports of USAID subsidies to Politico weren't true, but underneath the $8 million in taxpayer-funded subscriptions to ...
State of the State: Moore addresses budget deficit, Trump administration
Gov. Wes Moore called on Marylanders to ‘confront crisis with courage’ on Wednesday during his State of the State address, ...
Inflation rises as consumer prices surge in January
January's Consumer Price Index shows a significant increase, with economists concerned about future price hikes.