What to expect from our new Governor

Ferguson took the oath of office Wednesday and immediately tried to set himself apart from his predecessor. At a press conference afterwards, members of the GOP seemed hopeful, despite Democratic control of the legislature. 

Still, Ferguson has a big job and an even bigger budget deficit.

Seattle Times reporter Jim Brunner helps us sort through some of the challenges facing the new administration.

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