Culture
Democratic Rep. Pramila Jayapal claims nearly all protesters peaceful despite disruptions(Daily Caller News Foundation) – Democrat Washington Rep. Pramila Jayapal on Monday defended immigration protests after being pressed about demonstrators interrupting a church service. Left-wing rioters… Read More
Government
Washington state petition to ban males from women’s sports clears signature thresholdA Washington state ballot initiative that would prevent biological males from competing in girls’ school sports has advanced after organizers submitted well over the number of signatures required under… Read More
Culture
Washington Monument becomes America’s birthday candle to launch nation’s 250th yearThe Washington Monument was lit up with American history displays at the top of every hour Wednesday night as 2026 approached – America’s 250th birthday year. “Tonight, we’re illuminating the Washington Monument into America’s BIGGEST… Read More
Culture
Pride events to continue during World Cup games in Seattle, despite Egyptian and Iranian objectionsSeattle’s organizing FIFA committee announced Pride-event plans will continue during a June match, despite the competing teams’ disapproval and national laws against homosexuality. “SeattleFWC26 is moving forward as planned with our community programming outside the stadium… Read More
Courts
Activists can’t force blue state to become ‘suicide tourism’ destination, appeals court rules(Daily Caller News Foundation) – An appeals court on Thursday rejected a bid from assisted-suicide activists who hoped to make New Jersey a destination for people seeking to end… Read More
Public Education
Seattle using ‘gender book kit’ to teach kindergarteners they can change gendersSeattle Public Schools is using a set of classroom materials that tells kindergarten through 5th-grade students that boys can become girls and girls can become boys. The lessons… Read More
Crime
FBI reportedly arrests suspect in Jan. 6 pipe bomb probe(Daily Caller News Foundation) – The FBI arrested a suspect Thursday in the planting of pipe bombs near the Republican and Democratic national headquarters in Washington, D.C., ahead of… Read More
Culture
Man charged with first-degree murder after ‘honor killing’ of his wife in the USSayed Nazir Sadat, an Afghan immigrant, has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in Washington state after allegedly killing his wife, Geety Sadat, in what he described to… Read More
Federal government
Breaking: Two National Guardsmen shot in DC; suspect in custody(The Heartlander) — Two National Guard members were shot in Washington, D.C., mere blocks from the White House on Wednesday. The D.C. Police Department said a suspect is… Read More
Public Education
Most voters reject federal control of education in new poll(Daily Caller News Foundation) – Some 8 in 10 Americans surveyed feel that education decisions should be made closer to home rather than in Washington, a new poll released Sunday… Read More
Public Education
Washington school board backs resolution for open category for trans athletes(The Center Square) – On Wednesday night, the Kennewick (Washington) School District voted unanimously in favor of a resolution that supports placing some transgender athletes into an “open” category. Read More
Public Education
DC schools improve but school choice still way more cost effective, beneficialAfter large investments of time and money – and school choice – Washington, D.C.’s school system is beginning to show modest improvement. But experts say expanding school choice is… Read More
Public Education
Seattle Public Schools admits negligence in student assault case, delaying civil jury trialShortly before a student assault court case involving Seattle Public Schools was scheduled to start Oct. 8, the district admitted negligence “for failing to remove a teacher,” KING 5… Read More
Government
Religious Liberty Commission tackles faith in education at third meetingThe Religious Liberty Commission emphasized the importance of religious freedom in K-12 and higher education on Monday at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C. “To defend… Read More
Public Education
Parents push back against Seattle district’s policy forbidding opt-outs from LGBTQ-related curriculumA policy against letting parents opt out of LGBTQ-related curriculum at Seattle Public Schools (SPS) is raising concerns within the area community. “It’s a dangerous policy,” Beth Daranciang,… Read More
Homeschools
Northwest states report homeschool surge above pre-pandemic ratesAmid growing interest and opportunities in public education alternatives, families like Cairo Orr’s are finding new ways to balance schooling and unique family challenges, such as Type 1 diabetes. Read More
Courts
Washington school district settles lawsuit after being accused of mishandling sexual harassment caseA school district in Washington has settled a lawsuit from parents alleging negligence and violations of Title IX concerning sexual harassment of their daughter, a former student. “Out… Read More
Culture
Seattle Pastor decries political silence after murder of church memberPastor Russell Johnson called out Seattle’s leaders for their silence after a church member was gunned down outside a service at Pursuit Northwest. “Shame on them for their… Read More
Culture
Man fatally shot on steps of Seattle churchA 28-year-old man was fatally shot Thursday night outside a Seattle Church that was holding services. Police say the shooting appears to have been targeted. Read More
State Government, Uncategorized
Washington state to stop reporting numbers of people dying by assisted suicideWashington state will no longer publish annual data on how many people die by assisted suicide, a move critics warn could open the door to abuse and erode public… Read More