Eyman submits initiative signatures

Tim Eyman said he submitted an estimated 226,600 voter signatures to state elections officials Thursday, keeping his promise to drop off the first installment of signatures for his traffic-congestion-relief proposal, Initiative 985.

Political committee tied to Olympia Master Builders endorses Halvorson

OLYMPIA — Thurston County Commission candidate Jon Halvorson won the unanimous endorsement this week of the Affordable Housing Council, the political action committee of Olympia Master Builders.

Budget control key, candidates contend

OLYMPIA — Four Thurston County Commission candidates disagreed Tuesday on the best way to get a tighter rein on the county budget.

Unity sought in races as Democrats meet

Two Democratic candidates for state treasurer are taking different approaches toward winning their party's nomination when state delegates meet this weekend in Spokane.

Justice Stephens’ opponent drops out; more drop out in other races

The opponent of state Supreme Court Justice Debra Stephens withdrew from the race this week, ensuring that Stephens gets a free ride in the Aug. 19 primary and November general election.