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Democrat Dave Upthegrove, left, secured just a handful more votes than Republican Sue Kuehl Pederson in the primary election race for lands commissioner this month. The razor-thin margin will trigger an automatic hand recount. No other statewide race was as close as this one by far.

Democrat Dave Upthegrove, left, narrowly defeated Republican Sue Kuehl Pederson in the primary election race for lands commissioner, including after a recount.

Revenue collected through Washington’s carbon market, created by the Climate Commitment Act, pays for free bus rides for youth across the state and provides funding for other transit projects that aim to reduce reliance on gas-powered vehicles.

Republican Dave Reichert and Democrat Bob Ferguson debated for the second time Wednesday night — in what could be the final time the two have such a meeting before Election Day.

A lot of the buzz this election year is focused on federal or statewide races, but some key races for the Washington Legislature are bringing in piles of cash – including from some big-name companies.

A door at the FBI Seattle field office is shown on Monday, November 4, 2024, in Seattle. KUOW Photo/Megan Farmer

The balance of power in Washington D.C. has forcefully shifted to the right after this year’s election. The same can’t be said in Washington state’s capitol.

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee (center) pictured at what's likely to be the last bill-signing of his time in office.

Gov. Jay Inslee announced the new juvenile corrections center while speaking to reporters at Green Hill School Monday, Nov. 25, 2024.

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee gave his final State of the State address Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, highlighting policy wins during his time as governor and urging lawmakers to continue making progress on key problems plaguing the state.