Ellen Sellers • Range Media September 26, 2024

Washington’s current cap-and-trade program isn’t perfect, but if Initiative 2117 passes, not only would the current program die, the state would be prohibited from trying anything similar in the future.

A local nonprofit has released a translated voter pamphlet in Spanish to increase voter involvement and are distributing copies to nonprofits and schools the Spokane area.

Ted Cummings, a Democrat running to represent Washington's 4th Legislative District, sits down with Spokesman-Review reporter Nick Gibson to discuss the housing crisis, public safety, education and his concerns about his opponent Rob Chase.

What do local candidates for office think about climate change? How will it affect your vote in November? To aid citizens in their democratic deliberations, Gonzaga’s Institute for Climate, Water, and the Environment hosted a candidate forum.

Nick Gibson • Spokesman-Review - October 2, 2024
Democrat Ted Cummings and Republican Rob Chase, candidates for running for Washington’s 4th Legislative District. differ greatly on their views and their stated priorities for legislation.

CONNOR WING - Sept. 24, 2024
Growing up in Eastern Washington, I was shaped by a unique set of values I call “Washington Cowboy Values.” ... For me, a Washington Cowboy values independence, community, hard work, stewardship, and fairness. ... Carmela’s roots run just as deep as mine in this land. She is a true Eastern Washington Cowgirl and has the values to prove it.

Neighborhood volunteers are addressing one of the nation’s worst PFAS pollution hotspots: the West Plains of Spokane.

Listen to this interview with Steven McCray, the endorsed candidate for State Legislative District 6, Position 1.

Washington Governor Candidate Bob Ferguson talks about clean energy, climate change, reproductive healthcare and other issues facing Washington.