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Washington state’s minimum wage set to increase Jan. 1. Here’s how much it will change
Washington state’s minimum wage will rise to $16.66 an hour next year, a 2.35% increase over 2024, the state Department of Labor & Industries announced. The new wage takes effect Jan. 1, 2025.
Here's how much Washington state's minimum wage will increase in 2025
Washington state law directs L&I to calculate the minimum wage for the coming year using the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and
Washington State Ferries to increase prices Oct. 1. Here’s how much it will cost you now
Starting Oct. 1, Washing State Ferry ticket prices are up by 4.25%, with prices varying by route. See the full breakdown of the new fares.
WA ferry fares increase to make up for passenger decline
The money gap between what it takes to run Washington State Ferries and what the agency brings in with fares is growing.
Washington State Ferries increase ticket prices starting October 1
SEATTLE - The price has increased for a ticket on one of Washington's state ferries. A proposal to increase tickets by 4.25% went into effect on Tuesday. The increase is part of a two-year legislative plan.
Washington ferry prices increase Tuesday. Here's how much it'll cost to ride
The cost to ride a Washington state ferry went up again Tuesday, the second increase in two years. The higher fares are to help ensure the state meets the revenue requirements laid out in the 2023-2025 transportation budget.
Ferry rate increases go into effect Tuesday across western Washington. Here's what riders should know
The cost to ride a Washington State Ferry goes up Tuesday, as rate increases approved back in 2023 will officially take effect. The Washington State Transportation Commission (WSTC) approved an overall 4.
Washington officials say 100% of state agency fleets will be electric by 2040. Here's how it's going so far:
Transportation-related greenhouse gas emissions represent about 35% of overall emissions from Washington state government agencies. With the state's push for residents to buy electric vehicles, some ...
Ohio State-Iowa, Michigan-Washington & More Week 6 Picks Plus Klatt’s New CFP Br
After going 5-1 against the spread last week, Fox Sports’ lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt makes his picks in the ...
WATCH: Jake Dickert Gives Injury Updates, Things To Fix in Washington State Bye Week
Following a loss to Boise State this past weekend, the Washington State Cougars have a bye week to prepare for their next matchup against Fresno State. Cougs' h ...
Litigation looms over latest round of Washington state timber sales
Conservation advocates are prepared to sue over more than half of the timber sales the state’s Board of Natural Resources ...
Facing an uncertain future, Washington State is controlling its own narrative by winning on the field
When Washington State quarterback John Mateer was a junior at Little Elm High School, he knew he had to find an advantage ...
How Washington State's 2024 Opponents Fared in Week 5
Several of Washington State's 2024 opponents had a week off this past weekend. The ones who did play, however, went 3-4 ...
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Smell that? A strange odor has made its way across southwest Washington state
An unpleasant and mysterious odor has lingered in southwest Washington state, wafting over multiple communities overnight ...
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Why Washington is the only state where car insurance rates may fall in 2024
Drivers in the state of Washington are on the road to better car insurance deals in 2024. Car insurance rates shot up ...
What channel is the Washington State vs. Boise State game on?
TV channel and live stream links for the Sept. 28 Washington State Cougars vs. Boise State Broncos Week 5 college football ...
Washington State Running Back Dylan Paine Tears ACL, Will Miss Remainder of 2024 Season
Washington State head coach Jake Dickert confirmed Wednesday that junior running back Dylan Paine will miss the rest of the ...