Investigations
Officials inspect Tacoma ICE detention center after legal battle
Washington Labor & Industries inspectors found no violations, but the Department of Health is still fighting to investigate detainee living conditions.
Jaelynn Grisso
Jaelynn is an Emmy-nominated multimedia journalist, frequently covering public defense and immigration enforcement. Previously, Grisso founded the nonprofit Matter News and worked for Mother Jones, Honolulu Civil Beat and Scripps, among others.
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The Newsfeed: WA court weighs new standards for public defenders
Caseload caps are being reevaluated as public defenders argue they don’t have enough time to adequately represent clients.
politics
Incumbent Chris Reykdal leads in Washington’s OSPI race
Reykdal is likely to hold onto his position as the state public education leader with 54% to 46% of initial votes over challenger David Olson.
Investigations
Seattle Animal Shelter director resigns, alleging city inaction
Citing funding issues, inadequate facilities and lack of internal support, Esteban Rodriguez stepped down this week after three years heading the shelter.
Investigations
The Newsfeed: Many WA Indigenous nations faced pandemic aid hurdles
A report found administrative barriers and deadlines that may have overwhelmed tribal governments seeking federal funding.