TJ Martinell

TJ Martinell is a native to Washington and has been reporting in the state since his high school days. His work has been recognized numerous times by the Washington Newspaper Publishers Association…

Culture
Many medical providers are ending transgender youth procedures after Trump order

(The Center Square) – Late last month, President Donald Trump signed an executive order restricting “transgender” procedures on youth, including puberty blockers and surgeries such as mastectomies and penile reconstruction. Read More

February 10, 2025
Culture
Poll: Majority of voters favor a federal ban on transgender procedures for minors

(The Center Square) –  Most registered voters, 59%, support a federal ban on transgender procedures such as puberty blockers and gender reassignment surgeries for minors, a new national poll found. The strongest… Read More

October 14, 2024
Government
Washington may alter stance ending lifetime supervision for highest-risk sex offenders

(The Center Square) – In January during the legislative session, House Committee on Community Safety, Justice, & Reentry Chair Roger Goodman, D-Kirkland, introduced House Bill 2178 to allow level two and… Read More

August 19, 2024
Culture
Taxpayer-backed Pride event to feature toddler catwalk in Washington

(The Center Square) – An event put on by Lynnwood Pride in partnership with the City of Lynnwood, Washington and cosponsored by Snohomish County will include a “kids catwalk” allowing children as… Read More

May 31, 2024
Government
Washington bill would require a convicted sex offender serve on state policy board

(The Center Square) â€“ A Washington bill would require a convicted sex offender be among the members of the State Sex Offender Policy Board, which would also be renamed “Sex Offense… Read More

January 24, 2024