State fleet tests passive sensors: Washington is equipping state vehicles with in-car breath sensors that automatically prevent impaired drivers from starting their cars in a national “Driven to Protect” pilot — find out how it works.
Washington's workplace winners: U.S. News ranked 11 Washington-based firms among its Best Companies to Work For 2025-26 report, spotlighting top scores in pay, work-life balance, stability, and belonging — find out which employers made the cut.
Washington’s bee bonanza: In its first year, the WSDA Bee Atlas uncovered 15 species never recorded here and rediscovered bees unseen since 1917 across Central Washington — find out how to join the effort.
Cross-country trail takes shape: More than 2,000 of the planned 3,700 miles of the Great American Rail-Trail are already open, winding from Washington, D.C., to Washington State through 12 states — find out where you can ride now.
No tax on tips and overtime: Starting Jan. 1, 2025, Washington workers can deduct up to $25,000 in tips and $12,500 in overtime on their federal returns, with phaseouts kicking in above $150,000 — find out if you qualify.
Other Washington headlines this week
- Washington housing law changes take effect Sunday
- WSU grads publish review on climate-resilient wheat
- Hot Sauce Festival rocks Puyallup July 26–27
- Target ends competitor price matching in Washington
- Avalanche secures $10M grant for fusion facility
- Hotels reduce ER visits for Washington homeless
