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This Washington county has predicted the president longer than anywhere

Clallam County in Washington is the only county in the entire nation where voters have chosen the same candidate as the electoral college for 40 years — in every presidential race since 1980.
Scott Greenstone
Politics

The Green River Killer and the man who chased him for decades

When gubernatorial candidate and former Sheriff Dave Reichert came face to face with the Green River Killer in 2003, it was a meeting 21 years in the making. Reichert took KUOW inside the case and how it shaped his life.
Ashley Hiruko
Politics

'Harris’ signs across red-leaning rural Washington...but not for Kamala

When William Harris decided to run for Mason County Commissioner last year, he made his last name big on his yard signs.
Scott Greenstone
Elections

Debating the future of Washington's public lands: Where the candidates stand

Few Washington races have grabbed as much attention this year as the one for Commissioner of Public Lands. In August, a crowded primary was recounted and decided by just 49 votes.
Libby Denkmann

Alec Cowan
Politics

Washington Republicans face a tough path to the governor’s office. Here’s why

The past two open races for governor in Washington have been incredibly close. But the Washington State Republican Party's uphill climb to break Democrats’ 40-year grip on the governor’s office has not gotten any easier.
Jeanie Lindsay
Politics

Washington’s Supreme Court will have its first truly open election in 12 years

This November will be the first time in 12 years voters will decide on a truly "open" Supreme Court seat, with no incumbent running.
Scott Greenstone
Politics

Jane Fonda rallies against I-2117 in Seattle — and hints at moving here

The actress and environmental activist rallied volunteers in Seattle on Wednesday before they canvassed against state initiative 2117. Opponents of the initiative say it will increase pollution in the state, while supporters argue for cheaper gas prices.
Casey Martin
Politics

Initiative backer Let’s Go Washington fined $20,000 for campaign finance violations

Washington's campaign finance regulators handed down hefty fines against the group behind a slate of voter initiatives Wednesday, after the group was accused of violating campaign finance reporting rules.
Jeanie Lindsay
Politics

Crime and drugs are Seattle voters' top concerns, new survey finds

Voters in Seattle say that crime, drugs, and public safety are the issues they are most frustrated and concerned about.
KUOW Staff
Politics

Walz to waltz through Washington for fundraiser

A day after he appeared in a vice presidential debate on CBS, Washington Democrats announced Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will come to Western Washington on Oct. 8 for a "private event."
Scott Greenstone

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