Seattle Police union head says police officers handicapped in ICE protests
(The Center Square) – The president of the Seattle Police Officers Guild said Wednesday that the city’s plan blocking officers from cooperating with federal immigration agents could put the public in jeopardy. Kent Loux, in an interview
FRAUD WATCH: WA audit exposes widespread failures in health agencies, weak controls over billions in public funds
A new state audit paints a troubling picture of Washington’s health system, where agencies failed to maintain basic financial controls over taxpayer dollars, mismanaged federal funds, and struggled to account for billions in public spending. The findings
New light rail plan will help Everett but hurt Ballard
(The Center Square) The Chairman of the Sound Transit Board said he will present a new plan in the next few weeks to accelerate construction and reduce costs to address an almost $35 billion shortfall in funding
Three protesters to face trial after federal judge denies motion to dismiss case
(The Center Square) – A federal judge ruled Tuesday that three defendants facing charges for their role in a protest in Spokane last June will go to trial in May, throwing out their motions to dismiss the
WATCH: Detransitioner battles to revive landmark malpractice and fraud lawsuit
(The Center Square) – A woman at the center of the detransition movement is waiting to find out if a North Carolina appeals court will let her case proceed as she seeks to reinstate medical malpractice claims
Lawmakers, auditors offer fraud prevention solutions
(The Center Square) – Lawmakers and auditors called on the federal government to implement legislation preventing fraud in programs run by the state. The U.S. House Oversight Subcommittee on Government Operations held a hearing on Wednesday to
Op-Ed: Washington fails the test for affordability
Washington continues to rack up poor rankings as one of the most unaffordable states in the country. A recent report shows the Evergreen State as the fifth most expensive state in the United States. As legislative sessions
Law enforcement looking into Eric Swalwell videos leaked by Martin Shkreli and Jack Posobiec
Police fatally shoot woman who attacked child in kidnap attempt at Omaha Walmart
A chaotic scene unfolded Tuesday morning in Omaha when officers shot and killed a woman accused of attacking a young child during an apparent kidnapping attempt at a Walmart. Authorities say the incident began shortly after 9
Rep. Eric Swalwell faces new sexual assault accusation after announcing resignation from Congress
A new allegation has emerged against Rep. Eric Swalwell, adding to the growing controversy surrounding the California Democrat. Previous reports by the San Francisco Chronicle and CNN detailed other accusations from multiple women against Swalwell, with one