The search for a missing woman who fell into a Washington state river over the weekend has been changed to a recovery mission, authorities said. The Pierce County Sheriff's Department launched a search and rescue mission to find the 28-year-old and her dog after they slipped into the Carbon River under the Fairfax Bridge at approximately noon on Sunday,

Democratic lawmakers in the Senate and House chambers release their budget proposals as the debate over state spending heats up amid a massive budget shortfall.

Democratic lawmakers unveiled their budget plans Monday morning, as the legislature looks to balance preserving key public services while addressing Washington's multibillion-dollar budget deficit. Both plans call on the state to address the shortfall through a mix of cuts and new revenue,