Family

Washington Senate Democrats on Wednesday approved changes to an initiative passed last year that establishes a parental “bill of rights” for families with children in the state’s K-12 schools. When…

Gov. Jay Inslee’s budget proposal offered some hope for child care and early learning advocates who were prepared to fight against deep cuts. Inslee’s plan would boost child care slots,…

Washington workers could see a bigger chunk of their paychecks going toward Paid Family and Medical Leave next year as the increasingly popular state program remains under financial pressure. Starting…

Starting next month, eligible families across Washington will gain access to new state support to help cover child care costs. The expanded assistance will be available under a state law…

The Washington State Department of Commerce on Tuesday announced more than $7 million in grants to 64 early learning providers across the state. The grants provide financial assistance for licensed…

  Jessica Heavner describes it as the hardest decision she’s ever had to make. Heavner, of Federal Way, was working in accounting at the local school district, and when it…

Even with state subsidies, families in Washington still cannot afford child care and providers are struggling to pay their staff, according to a new report. Washington’s Department of Children, Youth…

Less than half of Washington residents eligible for a tax credit aimed at low-income working families received it last year — the first year it was available. Still, the state…