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AG Nick Brown answers a question during a debate between attorney general candidates hosted by The Chronicle in the TransAlta Commons at Centralia College on Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024.

Kalshi ‘prediction market’ violates Washington antigambling laws, AG Nick Brown says

Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown sued Kalshi on Friday, calling the company’s claims to be a “prediction market” little more than a front for an illegal gambling operation and … more

By David Gutman / The Seattle Times (TNS) | 3/28/26

Gov. Bob Ferguson answers questions from the press during a legislative session preview in a Senate Hearing room in Olympia on Friday, Jan. 9.

Washington state gas tax pause? Gov. Bob Ferguson stays mum for now

OLYMPIA — As gas prices surge past $5 amid the ongoing war in Iran, pressure is mounting on states to provide relief — but Washington state’s top officials say there is no current … more

By Shauna Sowersby / The Seattle Times (TNS) | 3/28/26

Kirk Douglas Turya, 57, of Longview, being detained on Sept. 10, 2025, for allegedly possessing content depicting minors engaged in sexually explicit conduct.

Former reserve officer sentenced in Cowlitz County for having sexual images of kids

A former reserve officer with the Kelso Police Department was sentenced Wednesday to more than three years for charges related to possessing sexually explicit images of children. Kirk Douglas … more

By Matt Esnayra / The Daily News | 3/28/26

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson speaks during her first address as mayor, surrounded by supporters holding signs.

Seattle mayor wants new taxes for big business and the wealthy

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson is considering new taxes on large businesses and wealthy individuals. Wilson told a community forum on Friday night that the taxes could help fill a gap in the … more

By Randy Diamond / The Center Square | 3/28/26

Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson stands alongside lawmakers and housing advocates after signing House Bill 2266 into law on Friday, March 27, 2026, in Everett. (Photo by Jake Goldstein-Street/Washington State Standard)

New Washington state law drops barriers for homeless shelters, permanent supportive housing

EVERETT — A new Washington state law will require local governments to allow housing for people experiencing homelessness in residential areas. Communities across the state have pushed … more

By Jake Goldstein-Street / The Washington State Standard | 3/28/26

The Washington state Capitol on Nov. 11, 2024. (Photo by Bill Lucia/Washington State Standard)

More Democratic legislative staff seek to unionize in Washington

Another group of Democratic staff in the Washington Legislature wants to unionize. Roughly 20 employees who handle policy and communication duties for the Senate Democratic Caucus have filed for … more

By Jerry Cornfield / The Washington State Standard | 3/28/26

Demonstrators with the Service Employees International Union hold signs in support of Senate Bill 6346, dubbed the “Millionaires Tax” bill, during a rally at the Washington State Capitol in Olympia on Tuesday, Feb.10.

As Washington state gets an income tax, the fight to overturn it begins

Come Monday, Washington is expected to have a state income tax on the books for the first time in nearly a century. Then what? A legal challenge certainly, maybe two. A ballot battle … more

By Jerry Cornfield / The Washington State Standard | 3/28/26

No Kings demonstrators began gathering at noon Saturday on the west side of the Colorado Capitol. Local organizers expect as many as 70,000 people to attend the protest in Denver. (Photo by Andrew Fraieli/Colorado Newsline)

‘No Kings’ rallies kick off across the county, with millions expected in anti-Trump protests

WASHINGTON — Large crowds were gathering Saturday morning in the nation’s capital for the third No Kings protest, rallying with others across the United States against what organizers say is an … more

By Ashley Murray / States Newsroom | 3/28/26

Jonathan E. Delo, 46, Winlock, makes a video appearance in Lewis County Superior Court on Friday, March 27.

Winlock man accused of stealing $615K in heavy equipment faces new charges for witness tampering

The Winlock man accused of stealing at least $615,000 in heavy equipment in the Lewis County area faces new allegations of witness tampering. Jonathan E. Delo, 46, pleaded not guilty to … more

By Jacob Farmer / jfarmer@chronline.com | 3/27/26

Bentley Pitts poses for a photo with her first place medal and prize during the Centralia Future Chef Kids Cooking Competition at Centralia High School on Wednesday, March 25.

In Focus: Young Centralia chefs cook up success

The Centralia Future Chef Kids Cooking Competition was held at Centralia High School on Wednesday. Bentley Pitts earned the first-place finish in the contest. Alyssa Agbor finished in … more

3/27/26

Survey: Lewis County residents say ‘yes’ to pot sales

A recent survey shows a significant majority of residents approve of permitting cannabis retailers in unincorporated Lewis County. Lewis County Community Development Director Mindy Brooks … more

By Jacob Moore / jacob@chronline.com | 3/27/26

A seagull walks off with a freshly caught clam during a razor clam dig at Grayland Beach on March 8, 2024.

WDFW approves coastal razor clam digs beginning April 1 with additional dates planned through early May

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers on Thursday confirmed razor clam digging opportunities at Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis and Mocrocks beaches from April 1 … more

By The Chronicle staff | 3/27/26

Donald Ray Hamilton Jr., 56, Onalaska, was sentenced March 23 to 38 months in prison and 22 months of community custody after making an Alford plea to two counts of third-degree child molestation. Hamilton also made Barr pleas to two counts of third-degree assault of a child. Additional charges were dropped. Hamilton originally faced up to life in prison after being charged with eight felony child sexual assault charges and one gross misdemeanor for allegedly abusing a teenage girl between August 2018 and March 2025, according to previous Chronicle reporting.

Sirens: Defendants sentenced for child molestation; man accused of threatening to shoot; K9 Havik detects drugs

LEWIS COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT Sentencings • Nicholas A. Judson, 41, Centralia, was sentenced March 11 to 364 days in jail with 362 days suspended and two days of credit for time served … more

By The Chronicle staff | 3/27/26

Superintendent Dr. Lisa Grant hands out cards to attendees that helped with the levy campaign during a celebration after the Centralia School District levy passed at the Juice Box in Centralia on Monday, Feb. 23.

Survey: Centralia School District seeks community feedback to ‘shape the future’

The Centralia School District seeks to “guide the future of our schools” by inviting parents, students, staff and community members to participate in an online survey, according to a news release … more

By The Chronicle staff | 3/27/26

A Look Back Back in Time: World-renowned billiards player visits Centralia; Night flights start in Chehalis; Retired railroad engineer honored

In this installment of A Look Back in Time, the Saturday, March 28, 1936, edition of The Chronicle featured a story about world-renowned billiards player Charles Seaback coming to the Centralia Elks … more

By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 3/27/26

Attendees of the Monday, March 23, Morton City Council meeting fill the Bob Lyle Community Center.

Morton City Council approves tourism funds, ordinances on new decorum rules for public at meetings, councilor code of conduct

Members of the Morton City Council approved the disbursement of the city’s 2026 tourism funds after tabling the issue previously after a councilor questioned whether or not the Morton Historical … more

By Owen Sexton / owen@chronline.com | 3/27/26

Washington state Department of Transportation trail cameras captured these photos of deer, bears and a newt approaching Interstate 5 between Rochester and Tumwater between 2022 and 2024.

Conservation Northwest says Habitat for wildlife passage between Olympics and Cascades secured

Conservation Northwest is celebrating a major milestone on its way to coordinating the creation of a wildlife corridor between the Cascade Mountain range and the Olympic Peninsula. The … more

By The Chronicle staff | 3/27/26

Victim scammed out of $750 after caller posed as captain from Lewis County Sheriff’s Office

The Lewis County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) issued a public warning Thursday after receiving a report that a victim had lost $750 to a caller posing as a captain from the sheriff’s department. … more

By Jacob Farmer / jfarmer@chronline.com | 3/27/26

In Focus: Lewis County AAUW book sale ends Saturday at Moose Lodge in Centralia

Shoppers look through aisles of books during the American Association of University Women Lewis County branch’s annual book sale at the Moose Lodge in Centralia on Thursday, March 26, in these … more

Otto Rabe / otto@chronline.com | 3/27/26

Now cancer-free, Onalaska’s Brody Hamilton runs the bases at T-Mobile Park

“Not a dry eye in the house,” T-Mobile Park wrote in a Facebook post during opening night for the Seattle Mariners on Thursday. The ballpark’s page shared photos of Onalaska’s Brody … more

By The Chronicle staff | 3/27/26