A clearer picture of Washington state's leadership emerges after Bob Ferguson's first session and budget as governor.

With $9 billion in new taxes now part of the new state budget, people in Washington will be paying more for many essentials.

What pen a governor uses to sign laws might not seem that important — but it’s a token and often an extension of who they are as a person.

Gov. Bob Ferguson vetoed key provisions of a bill related to Washington state’s Clemency & Pardons Board (CPB).

Sen. Nikki Torres said she was holding out hope until the last minute that Ferguson would keep his word not to raise taxes on already burdened Washingtonians.

Gov. Bob Ferguson entered office warning that a multibillion-dollar budget shortfall would require spending cuts and, as a last resort, higher taxes.

The Democratic governor condemned the tariffs and federal “chaos” during a May 21 news conference at the Port of Seattle.

Washington state is preparing for significant tax increases after Governor Bob Ferguson approved a nearly $78 billion ...

The tax rises come as Washington state battles a $16 billion deficit between expected tax revenues and spending obligations.

Washington state residents brace for tax hikes following Governor Bob Ferguson's signing of a $78 billion budget bill. This ...

Clark County motorists will pay more at the pump now that Gov. Bob Ferguson signed into law a 6 cent-per-gallon gas tax ...

Largest tax increase in Washington history divides state; Republicans criticize Democratic budget for adding to tax burden.