Politics Trump’s proposed Canada tariff could boost Northwest energy bills President Donald Trump’s proposed 25% tariff on Canadian imports could be an expensive proposition for the Pacific Northwest, which depends heavily on its northern neighbors for energy supplies. John Ryan
Politics Seattle judge temporarily blocks Trump executive order on birthright citizenship A federal judge in Seattle temporarily blocked an executive order from the president that sought to end birthright citizenship. Katie Campbell Amy Radil
Politics This time, it's gubernatorial: Gov. Ferguson on how Washington will face another Trump administration In his first interview with KUOW as Washington's governor, Ferguson said nothing Trump did on his first day as president surprised him. Jeanie Lindsay
Politics Washington state AG sues Trump administration over order to end birthright citizenship Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown has sued President Donald Trump and his administration over an executive order to end birthright citizenship, calling the action "unconstitutional, un-American, and cruel." KUOW Staff
Politics Western Washington groups scramble to admit refugees before Trump’s inauguration Advocacy groups are working nonstop to admit refugees into the U.S. as quickly as possible, in case the incoming Trump administration shuts the door to additional arrivals. Eilís O'Neill
Politics Democrats pour into Washington state as Republicans leave, analysis shows Washington voters shifted toward Donald Trump less than any state in last year's election. A big reason could be: who's moving here, and who's moving out. Scott Greenstone
Politics 3 things to watch as WA's 2025 legislative session kicks off Get ready for drama over new taxes, rent caps, and the state's new governor. Jeanie Lindsay
Politics Who could fill former Seattle City Councilmember Tammy Morales' seat? Here are some names The City Council now has a short list of candidates to fill its vacant seat for 2025. KUOW Staff
Environment More Canada crude is coming, but trade war could hamper flow Western Washington refineries brought in more oil by tanker from Canada after an expanded export terminal opened in May near Vancouver. Tom Banse/Salish Current
Politics Don't defend the status quo, exiting Congressmember Kilmer says “This was a change election,” Congressmember Derek Kilmer told KUOW's Soundside. “People were unhappy. Candidly, I don’t think we should be defenders of the status quo." Libby Denkmann KUOW Staff
