Law enforcement
Recruits hired after Dec. 7 will need additional training coming out of the academy.
Battery power in WA
Tiny pilot project in Glacier could eventually be expanded to Puget Sound region.
Several critical buildings in Puget Sound had installed Aquatherm piping.
Elections
VoteWA has run into some problems in recent months as the Aug. 6 primary election draws closer.
Environment
University of Washington among researchers of climate change’s effects in global temperatures.
Shortfall is roughly $250 million each year; county may seek tax from unincorporated voters.
Supporters and protesters traded chants at June 27 event.
Nearly 77 percent of shooting victims so far this year in county have been people of color.
Immigration
Admissions are on pace to only reach around one-fifth of their limit in 2019.
Homelessness
Bellevue made a commitment in 2012, but its shelter won’t have a permanent site until 2022.
Wildfire season
Wildfires in Washington will likely roar back this year and into the future.
Climate change
Report by the Center for Climate Integrity shows multibillion-dollar cost of battling back the sea.
Environment
The Legislature set the goal, but how does the state actually get there?
Pilot program would benefit wineries, breweries and distilleries. Several farmers are concerned.
Environment
Plastic is piling up everywhere from King County to ocean floors, and humans keep making more.
Decreases are not even among different demographics.
When a boat sinks, it costs a lot to bring it up, with millions being spent since 2003 on removals.
Depending on factors, traffic and environmental impacts could become better or worse.
Lack of oversight
Small, local special districts will face more scrutiny following Enumclaw drainage district case.
Affordable Housing
High construction and land costs will incentivize developers to build luxury units.
