Environment
The carbon cost of return-to-office mandates
Many companies made headway during the pandemic on promises to go green. But with work commutes required again, emissions are rising.
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politics
What is an attorney general? They’re more attorney than general
As current Washington AG Bob Ferguson leaves office after 12 years, voters will choose a new “lawyer for the entire state.”
politics
Seattle Council approves police union contract with 23% pay bump
The retroactive deal covers back pay for 2021-2023, but does little to increase accountability measures. The city is negotiating for a 2024 contract.
Investigations
WA agency fails to reinspect a third of ‘severe violator’ employers
A Labor and Industries program aims to monitor companies that are “resistant or indifferent” to safety rules, but follow-up inspections are lagging.
politics
Political heavy hitters criticize Mayor Harrell’s housing plan
A coalition including the Chamber of Commerce, realtors and nonprofits say that Seattle’s Comprehensive Plan would not help its affordability problem.