WA lawmakers look to keep families together in foster care reform

What started early in the pandemic with a secret message grew into a global project with nearly 900 pieces of art — and debuts this Saturday.

Despite opposition from Republicans and gun-rights activists, lawmakers in Olympia are working to deter ad hoc ‘patrols’ and armed protests.

A Crosscut investigation found at least 183 police officers flagged for issues such as dishonesty, bias and excessive force remain in law enforcement.

In Washington state and around the nation, some cops fired for dishonesty or misconduct remain on the beat because private arbitrators gave them their jobs back.