Washington in Focus

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Jeremy Lott and Washington Reporters RaeLynn Ricarte, Brett Davis, and Spencer Pauley as they discuss: Nonpartisan Julie Anderson may be Republicans’ best hope for Washington secretary of state. Washington’s 8th Congressional District still too close to call for GOP challenger. Dunn concedes in primary bout for Washington’s 8th Congressional District. Suppo...

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Jeremy Lott and Washington Reporter Brett Davis as they discuss the Washington primary preliminary results! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/washington-in-focus/support Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Jeremy Lott and Washington Reporters RaeLynn Ricarte, Brett Davis, and Spencer Pauley as they discuss: Wealth taxes vs. 'the party is over' in Washington's 36th District Senate primary. Northeast Seattle candidate runs for state Senate on 'ending homelessness,' more affordable housing. Washington's congressional delegation gets failing grade by taxpayer gro...

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Jeremy Lott and Washington Reporters RaeLynn Ricarte, Brett Davis, and Spencer Pauley as they discuss: Inslee announces plan to get more cops 'on the street A-S-A-P'. Seattle struggles with 'reinventing' policing as crime soars. Spokane Valley opts out of regional shelter planning. Port of Seattle sues Boeing for 'fair share' in lower Duwamish waterway clea...

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Jeremy Lott and Washington Reporters Brett Davis and Spencer Pauley as they discuss: Republican leadership, Governor’s Office clash on inflation relief for Washingtonians. Starbucks to close 5 Seattle-based stores, including 2 unionized shops. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/washington-in-focus/support Hosted by Simplecast, an...

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Jeremy Lott and Washington Reporters RaeLynn Ricarte, Brett Davis, and Spencer Pauley as they discuss: Survey says you need more than $115,000 a year to be happy in Washington state, New study finds breaching Snake River dams would derail decarbonization goals, Sen. Braun calls Gov. Inslee a one-trick pony for not supporting tax relief, Governor’s office re...

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Jeremy Lott and Reporter RaeLynn Ricarte as they discuss: Colville asks county for $125,000 to prepare homeless camp. Spokane council approves shelter lease; two members want urban camping ended. Washington Democrats make dam removal a platform plank. McMorris Rodgers: No more taxpayer funds for crack pipes. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify....

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Jeremy Lott and Reporter Brett Davis as they discuss the implications of Roe v. Wade decision on Washington. Inslee declines Biden's request to cut Washington state gas tax. GOP lawmakers eye censure, impeachment for Washington insurance commissioner. Tim Eyman’s victory over five capital gains tax initiatives is complete. Support this podcast: https://podc...

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Jeremy Lott and Reporter Spencer Pauley as they discuss: Seattle one of 11 U.S. cities to host FIFA World Cup in 2026, Washington backs off controversial plumbing rule for coffee stands, Redfin layoffs portend grim future for housing market, & Washington ordered to pay alleged violent criminal $250 a day. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com...

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Jeremy Lott and Washington Reporter Brett Davis as they discuss: A motion was disapproved to require new residential buildings to be built all electric. Washington board allows axe-throwing at businesses with liquor licenses. New Washington laws on guns, shooter drills, abortion take effect Thursday. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/...

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Jeremy Lott and Reporter RaeLynn Ricarte as they discuss: Dead wolves spark debate over Washington state management. Agency baffled by cause of cougar attack. Washington proposes upping cougar kill limit, coinciding with attack on girl. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/washington-in-focus/support Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz...

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Jeremy Lott and Washington Reporters RaeLynn Ricarte, Brett Davis, and Spencer Pauley as they discuss: Edmonds City Council makes camping on public property illegal. Spokane council passes water restrictions over mayor's objections. Washington senator's retirement catches would-be challenger off guard. Washington state scientists to set 1,000 traps for 'mur...

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Jeremy Lott and Reporter Spencer Pauley as they discuss: King County Executive: Homeowners should pay more property taxes for conservation. Seattle mayor announces search committee for the next police chief. King County Council wants a cannabis safety taskforce. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/washington-in-focus/support Hosted...

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Jeremy Lott and Reporter RaeLynn Ricarte as they discuss: Spokane council approves controversial shelter criteria. Stevens County suit over $130,000 in homeless funds adds a new twist. Ethics complaint filed against Spokane council president. Vet tries to save Spokane war-hero statue from removal. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sho...

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Jeremy Lott and Reporter Brett Rowland as they discuss: Washington taxpayer bill grows to $66,000 for U.N. climate conference trip. Washington State Patrol ends up on wrong end of traffic ticket in Scotland. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/washington-in-focus/support Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com...

Join The Center Square's Regional Editor Jeremy Lott and Washington Reporter Brett Davis as they discuss: Republicans eye South King County seat for state House pick-up. Federal Way moves to prohibit ‘reckless’ use of fentanyl in public spaces. Washington state code to nix word ‘marijuana’ over concerns it’s racist. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/washington-in-focus/...

Sen. Billig says he didn't sever contact with Spokane business group. Rep. McMorris Rodgers wants Biden to view 'failed policies' in Seattle. Washington Senate leader grilled over abandoned police pursuit bill. Wolves continue to be a serious problem for ranchers, says state Rep. Kretz. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/washington-in-focus/support Hosted by Simplecast,...

Anti-capital gains tax campaign sues Washington AG for ‘misleading’ ballot title. Washington state gets a ‘C’ on COVID report card. UW professors debate constitutionality of Washington’s capital gains tax. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/washington-in-focus/support Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and u...