Laura Isaza

Laura Isaza covered Washington state politics as a Murrow News Fellow at KNKX. Her previous reporting has appeared in The Seattle Times, NPR's All Things Considered, KALW, Atmos, and The Boston Globe.

State lawmakers try to roll back parts of the 'Parents Bill of Rights'

Laura Isaza

Initiative 2081, passed last year, aims to let parents access their kids’ school records. Critics worry it threatens LGBTQ-plus students’ privacy and safety.
Trade groups worried that new WA law on lead in cosmetics is too strict

Laura Isaza

A new law that aims to protect consumers in Washington State from exposure to lead in cosmetics is now in effect, but it might be too strict for some trade groups.
Tana Senn tapped to lead WA's Department of Children, Youth, and Families

Laura Isaza

The state representative from Mercer Island, known for championing bills to expand childcare access, will lead Washington’s Department of Children, Youth, and Families.