What’s still outstanding as the WA Legislature wraps up this weekend
Sunday is the deadline under the state constitution for the 2025 session to adjourn. Crucial steps to pass budgets and address other priorities will take place over the next 48 hours.
What to expect as 2025 WA legislative session nears end
Washington lawmakers are heading into the weekend trying to put the final touches on the state's budget for the next two years. April 25 marks the 103rd day of the 2025 session.
What to expect as 2025 WA legislative session nears end
An estimated budget deficit of up to $16 billion, over the next four years.
Optimism and Opposition: Washington's budget set for weekend vote
Senate Democrats gear up to unveil a revised budget Saturday, facing revenue shortfalls and criticism from Republicans over rushed tax proposals. Despite challenges, Sen. Derek Stanford remains optimistic about passing the budget, prioritizing education and housing funding.
Jeffrey Zizz charged in murder of WA grandmother
Official charges have been filed against Jeffrey Zizz, the Thurston County handyman accused of brutally murdering an 82-year-old grandmother and burying her remains under a shed.
Jeffrey Zizz charged in kidnapping, murder of WA grandmother
Official charges have been filed against Jeffrey Zizz, the Thurston County handyman accused of brutally murdering an 82-year-old grandmother and burying her remains under a shed.
WA lawmakers weigh new license plates, rules as session wanes
Specialty license plates are getting renewed attention as the legislature races toward its Sunday deadline.
Man accused of killing Tenino, WA woman in court
Jeffrey Zizz, a convicted child molester, is accused of the murder and kidnapping of 82-year-old Marcia Norman, whose remains were found buried under a shed.
Handyman accused of killing WA grandmother
Jeffrey Zizz, the handyman accused of killing and hiding the remains of an 82-year-old Thurston County grandmother, was obsessed with her and had "meticulously planned" her murder, according to court docs.
WA legislators work on tax proposals with days left before session ends
With a Sunday deadline to pass a balanced budget, Democratic lawmakers are advancing their package of tax proposals to close a $16 billion budget gap.
New details on suspect in Tenino grandmother's death
Jeffrey Zizz is suspected in the murder and kidnapping of 82-year-old Marcia Norman, whose remains were found buried under a shed in Olympia last week.
Thurston County officials hold press conference on WA grandmother murder arrest
Officials in Thurston County held a press conference Monday regarding the arrest of Jeffrey Zizz, a handyman accused of the murder and kidnapping of 82-year-old Marcia Norman.
Docs: Man accused of killing WA grandmother ‘meticulously planned’ murder
The handyman accused of killing and hiding the remains of an 82-year-old Thurston County grandmother was obsessed with her and had "meticulously planned" her murder, according to court docs.
Man arrested in killing of WA grandma to appear in court
The man accused of murdering an 82-year-old grandmother in Thurston County is set to appear before a judge on Monday.
Murder suspect expected in court Monday
Jeffrey Zizz now faced multiple charges related to 82-year-old Norman's death, including the following:
Man arrested for murder in case of missing WA grandma
A man has been arrested for the murder of Marcia Norman, a Washington woman who went missing before authorities found her buried under a shed.
Man arrested for murder in case of missing WA grandma
A man has been arrested for the murder of Marcia Norman, a Washington woman who went missing before authorities found her buried under a shed.
Family speaks after suspected DUI driver slams into 3 cars in Olympia, WA
A terrifying situation unfolded in Olympia when a driver slammed into multiple cars, including one carrying a pregnant woman and her teenage daughter.
Suspected DUI driver slams into multiple cars in Olympia, WA
A terrifying situation unfolded in Olympia when a driver slammed into multiple cars, including one carrying a pregnant woman and her teenage daughter, according to Lacey Police. FOX 13 talked with Clarissa Alvarado, who is eight months pregnant. She has said that since crash happened, she is now afraid to get behind the wheel of a car and drive. Her family should be getting ready to welcome a new member to their family, but instead they’re now dealing with insurance claims after their car was totaled in the crash.
High-Stakes Tax Debate: Governor pushes back on $12 billion proposal
Governor Ferguson challenges Democrats to rethink their $12 billion tax proposal, citing unsustainable risks amid looming economic threats.