Assistant Secretary Julie Meredith will now lead the Washington State Department of Transportation, according to a Jan. 8 news release. Her appointment takes effect next Wednesday, Jan. 15.

The governor-elect on Thursday revealed who he has chosen to temporarily lead the Department of Health and the Health Care Authority.

elect Bob Ferguson on Jan. 8 announced his pick for transportation secretary. Assistant Secretary Julie Meredith will now lead the Washington State Department of Transportation, according to a Jan ...