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Cle Elum, housing developer opt for mediation over $22M judgement
The City of Cle Elum and a housing developer have agreed to enter mediation to settle on an installment plan
Mai Hoang
Mai Hoang is the Central/Eastern Washington reporter for Cascade PBS, where she seeks to provide a broader perspective on what is happening east of the Cascades.
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How Washington communities are responding to ICE deportation orders
At least 4% of state residents are undocumented, according to Pew Research. Here is how officials and advocates are responding and planning ahead.
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How a $22M judgment against Cle Elum pushed the city to bankruptcy
The Central Washington city’s expensive dispute with a Seattle-based builder illustrates the challenges of crafting long-term development agreements.
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Franklin County PUD settles voting-rights lawsuit
The Franklin County Public Utility District will transition to a district-based election after reaching a settlement with plaintiffs of a
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WA Lands Commissioner pauses timber harvest from mature forests
The Department of Natural Resources announced a six-month pause on timber harvest from some mature forests on Friday. Limiting timber