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The Newsfeed: Why WA counties sued the state over public defense
Washington relies mostly on local funding for criminal prosecution and defense, creating an unbalanced system that some call “justice by geography.”
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Seattle housing, homelessness crisis would grow if Trump cuts HUD
The Dept. of Housing and Urban Development may close its local office following layoffs and grant freezes. Advocates anticipate a ripple effect.
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Dead or alive: Which bills have a chance this legislative session?
After the crucial midpoint deadline, housing, safety and the environment are still pressing issues in Washington. But which will lawmakers prioritize?
Investigations
Washington among the bottom of states in public defense funding
Counties have joined forces to seek a new legal standard for paying for the constitutional right to public defense counsel.
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Vacation rental boom inflates housing prices in WA mountain town
A COVID-era proliferation of Airbnbs has been a double-edged sword for Glacier residents, who say it’s nearly impossible to find a long-term rental.