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Sen. Barack Obama campaigns in Seattle
Sen. Barack, Obama, (D-IL), battling Clinton for the Democratic nomination, and Washington Gov. Christine Gregoire (R) wave to the crowd at a "Stand for a Change" rally at Seattle's Key Arena on February 8, 2008. Gregoire announced her endorsement for Obama at the rally. (UPI Photo/Jim Bryant)

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Wash. state Senate passes gay marriage law
OLYMPIA, Wash., Feb. 2 (UPI) -- The Washington state Senate voted 28-21 Wednesday night to approve same-sex marriage.
Voters, lawmakers to take up gay marriage
Voters, lawmakers to take up gay marriage
WASHINGTON, Jan. 12 (UPI) -- Several states will take up the hot-button issue of same-sex marriage, whether in the statehouse or on the voting both, a survey indicated.
Govs ask for marijuana reclassification
WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 (UPI) -- The governors of Rhode Island and Washington state asked the federal government Wednesday to reclassify marijuana as a drug with medical uses.
Striking teachers reach tentative deal
SEATTLE, Sept. 22 (UPI) -- Teachers in Tacoma, Wash., could be back in the classroom Friday after a tentative deal between striking teachers and the school district, union officials said.
Washington bans caffeinated alcohol drinks
OLYMPIA, Wash., Nov. 11 (UPI) -- Starting next week, the sale of canned beverages that combine alcohol and caffeine will be illegal in Washington state.
Wash. governor proposes tax increases
OLYMPIA, Wash., Feb. 18 (UPI) -- Washington Gov. Christine Gregoire proposes raising taxes on cigarette, soda and candy sales and out-of-state businesses to help close a budget gap.
Gov. suspends accepting Arkansas parolees
OLYMPIA, Wash., Dec. 3 (UPI) -- Washington's governor said her state won't accept Arkansas parolees until an interstate pact is reviewed and she is assured Arkansas lives up to its duties.
Lawyers in Detroit suit could be disbarred
DETROIT, May 21 (UPI) -- Five lawyers involved in an $8 million settlement between Detroit and two whistle-blowing police officers could lose their licenses to practice.
Washington expands civil union rights
SEATTLE, May 19 (UPI) -- Gov. Christine Gregoire has signed legislation that expands the rights available to same-sex couples in civil unions in Washington state.
3 governors visit troops in Iraq
BAGHDAD, Jan. 6 (UPI) -- Three U.S. governors, Jon Corzine of New Jersey, Christine Gregoire of Washington and Rick Perry of Texas, were in Iraq meeting soldiers Tuesday.
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“ I think it's appropriate to come to the conclusion that King County has the worst election administration in any county in the United States of America -- a humiliating statement, I think, from our perspective, ”
Gorton seeks DOJ probe into Wash. vote
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“ We're going to face a tough summer. And there is not going to be enough water to go around, ”
Wash. gov. issues drought emergency
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“ I've tried to do what I consider the most balanced, responsible approach that I could find, knowing full well there's going to be a really big debate, ”
Wash. governor proposes tax increases
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“ A number of our fellow governors would be very interested in supporting this. We need to talk to them to see if we can put our support behind that bill as the National Governors Association. But I can assure you there is considerable interest among the governors. ”
GOP: Obama health-law waiver not enough
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