WA gas prices now highest in U.S.; some experts point to new climate legislation
Prices in Washington have reached an average of $4.91 per gallon for regular gas this week, surpassing California, the nation's longtime leader at the pump.
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She paid $18,500 for a WA service dog but became the dog’s ‘emotional support human’ instead WATCH
A Spokane-area company that specializes in service dogs for people with PTSD and autism faces lawsuits claiming the expensive dogs weren't properly trained.
Nearly $8M settles lawsuit over sexual assault of Sumner special-ed student
Sumner Bonney-Lake School District reached a nearly $8 million settlement with the family of a student who claimed to have been raped repeatedly by a...
Seattle police killings rose under federal oversight, according to data analysis
Just before a key hearing on federal oversight of Seattle police, a new data analysis raises questions about the department's use of fatal force.
New map shows where ‘forever chemicals’ taint WA drinking water
A new public-facing dashboard allows people to see the levels of "forever chemicals" in their community's drinking water.
Ex-Sumner High coach pleads not guilty to charges of sexually abusing players
The sexual abuse charges against former basketball coach Jake Jackson, which involve six former players, have rattled the small town of Sumner.
Ex-Sumner coach charged with child rape, molestation of players
Prosecutors filed 10 criminal counts against ex-basketball coach Jake Jackson, including rape of a child. His lawyer says he intends to plead not guilty.
Legislature strengthens oversight of private special ed schools
In response to a Seattle Times and ProPublica series, the state is getting more power to regulate private schools operating with public money.
UW animal welfare board loses fight to keep names secret from activists
The federal appeals court ruling sided with People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals in their ongoing disclosure battle with the University of Washington's primate...
Four Sumner basketball players sue school district over coach’s alleged abuse
Four Sumner basketball players who told police a former coach sexually abused them notified Sumner-Bonney Lake School District on Monday of their intent to sue.