Famous People Born in the state of Washington
This is a great starting point when you're looking for famous people for your report. You'll find a great list, and most of the names are linked to further information.
Source: ThingsToDo.com

Famous people from Washington State
Congressman Dave Reichert has assembled a list of famous people from his state, just for kids.
Source: Congressman Reichert

Murray's People - A Collection of Essays
Murray C. Morgan entertained, enlightened, and delighted readers with his stories of the people and the events which played a critical and oftentimes humorous role in the growth and development of Tacoma and the Pacific Northwest for more than 30 years. Murray Morgan died in mid-2000, but he left a wonderful legacy for you to discover.
Source: Tacoma Public Library