The three-term Democrat is back at home on Bainbridge Island after vacating the governor’s mansion in January to its new occupant, Gov. Bob Ferguson. Inslee was paying attention on Thursday when Ferguson pressed pause on a ferry electrification project that the former governor championed.

Our local and federal lawmakers have been trying to "ditch the switch" for half a decade. However, nothing seems to be working. Washingtonians will lose one hour of sleep on Sunday, March 9, as scheduled,

The atmosphere in Olympia feels different to Washington House Republican Leader Drew Stokesbary of Auburn, who credits Democratic Washington Governor Bob Ferguson for creating what he describes as a more constructive working environment.

As legislators look for ways to make up for an estimated $12 billion budget shortfall, the Washington state Senate passed a bill Thursday to increase funding for schools. “It's probably one of the most important bills that will impact education in this legislative session,

Finally, a governor is actually responding to the distress call long sounded by riders of the Washington State Ferries.

Democratic lawmakers are highlighting a plan to balance Washington’s budget with no tax increases, arguing that deep cuts will harm Washingtonians served by state programs, including in health care and higher education.

LACEY, Wash. — State lawmakers may end a longtime bonus program for thousands of teachers in the state. Budget writers have been told to prepare for a $12 billion deficit over the next four years.

The governor's office said it has identified a savings total of $3.9 billion so far, in conjunction with proposals made by former Gov. Jay Inslee. (KING 5)

Gov. Bob Ferguson is giving updates on the future of Washington’s ferries.Ferguson announced the hybrid conversion of two ferries will be delayed until after the World Cup in 2026. He said Washington State Ferries (WSF) electrification plans would then be revisited.

Gov. Bob Ferguson has announced that the conversion of two of Washington State Ferries’ largest vessels to hybrid-electric power will be postponed until after the 2026 World Cup.

The move would affect the 460 employees at the school and the 81 residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities who live there.

Washington state Governor Bob Ferguson on Thursday detailed ... in conjunction with proposals made by former Gov. Jay Inslee to a total budget reduction of $7 billion. "We are approximately halfway toward closing the $15 billion budget shortfall.