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Capital gains revenue drops as taxpayers 'learn how to operate' Washington tax

A newly released revenue forecast for Washington state indicates less money coming in than lawmakers were told to expect earlier this year.

Recipe: Corny pizza

This pizza is inspired by Mexican street corn. It's prepared on the grill, which not only keeps the heat outdoors, but lends crucial charred flavor to the crust.

Savvy Senior: How to hire a caregiver for in-home help

I need to hire a good in-home caregiver to help my elderly father who lives alone. What’s the best way to do this?

Eatonville prepares to light up the sky for Independence Day celebration

Residents in Eatonville are gearing up to celebrate our nation's independence with the Eatonville Business Association annual Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks Show. The festivities, taking place on July 3 and July 4, promise fun activities for all ages.

Many Washington voters still undecided on governor's race 6 weeks ahead of primary

With six weeks to go until the Aug. 6 primary in Washington state, a large percentage of registered voters say they haven’t made a decision on who will get their vote in the governor’s race.

Savvy Senior: Do you need a digital will?

My wife and I had our estate plan – including a will, power of attorney and advance directive – drawn up about 10 years ago but have recently read that our plan should include a digital will too. What can you tell us about this?

Washington AGO to launch hotline for reporting ‘bias incidents’

The Washington Attorney General’s Office has announced plans to launch a pilot program next year for a new hotline for state residents to report hate crimes subject to legal action and “bias incidents” based on whether the person feels aggrieved.

Recipe: Jammin’ burgers

It's the season for grilling and burgers. This summer, lighten up your double-fisted burgers with ground turkey meat.

4th of July safety tips to keep pets calm and secure

Fireworks and festivities are synonymous with the 4th of July, but for many pets, the loud noises and chaotic atmosphere of this holiday can cause them stress and anxiety.

WA Supreme Court rules against program used to evict tenants without court order

The Washington State Supreme Court ruled against a program in Sunnyside on Thursday that allowed law enforcement to unlawfully evict dozens of tenants, making many of them homeless.

Illegal border crossings at northern border continue to break records

Illegal border crossings at the northern border continue to break records, according to the latest data released by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Public Health director proclaims Seattle’s sugary drink tax a success

Six years since Seattle’s sweetened beverage tax has been implemented, the region’s public health lead has declared it a success.

Recipe: A sauce with fish

It's tempting to focus solely on the sauce in this recipe, since you may want to eat it with a spoon. I won't discourage you from that, but I will suggest you make a large batch so you can enjoy it as a versatile and year-round condiment.

Some progress, but ongoing vessel and crew issues plague Washington State Ferries

The Washington State Department of Transportation Ferries Division hosted a recent virtual public meeting to give an update on crew shortages, attempts to restore service, and ongoing efforts to build hybrid-electric ferries.

Savvy Senior: Can you stop and restart Social Security benefits?

Can I stop my Social Security retirement benefits and restart them later to get a bigger payment?