New State Worker Retirement Plan Offered
OLYMPIA, Wash. — The Washington state Senate has approved a bill that would create a new retirement plan option for government employees.
Lawmakers approved the measure with a 25-22 vote, moving to create a 401(k)-style system that workers can use...
State Pen Lock-down in Walla Walla Continues
WALLA WALLA, Wash. (AP) — A lockdown continues for nearly 400 inmates at the Washington State Penitentiary at Walla Walla. Officials are investigating fighting that broke out Saturday while about 180 inmates were in a recreation yard...