News Washington is failing to aid child sex-trafficking victims A 2020 law mandated the support of two new ‘Safe Harbor’ centers where kids could get treatment — but the state hasn’t made this happen. by Kelsey Turner InvestigateWest / October 2, 2023
News Tahoma superintendent resigns after child sex-abuse investigation Two board members have also stepped down after it was revealed the school district didn’t discipline an accused predator. by Kelsey Turner InvestigateWest / September 25, 2023
News Parents outraged Tahoma School District failed to stop accused predator The district admitted it was negligent in employing paraeducator Bryan Neyers for nearly five years after being told of his behavior. by Kelsey Turner InvestigateWest / August 29, 2023
Equity Low-income domestic violence survivors still lack support in WA While the state has expanded its full protection-order policies, advocates say funding for housing, shelters and legal services is still needed. by Kelsey Turner InvestigateWest / July 4, 2023
News Housing restrictions are leaving more PNW sex offenders homeless Laws in Oregon and Washington can be counterproductive to public safety by keeping registrants on the streets, where they are more likely to reoffend. by Kelsey Turner InvestigateWest / May 25, 2023
News Transit users 18 and younger ride free under new WA program Kids in Washington soon won’t have to pay to use public buses and trains across the state in a new $3 billion transit plan. by Melissa Santos / April 28, 2022
News WA prosecutors who withhold evidence rarely face discipline Legally and ethically, prosecutors are required to turn over evidence — even when it could hurt their case. Those who don’t, however, face few consequences. by Melissa Santos / April 19, 2022
Politics New WA police accountability law can now include past misconduct The state Criminal Justice Training Commission made the decision Wednesday, resolving a dispute about how far back the new law could reach. by Melissa Santos / March 31, 2022 / Updated at 8:31 a.m. Thursday, March 31
Politics WA redistricting panel withheld text messages, possibly breaking the law The messages show the degree of the Legislature's involvement in redrawing political districts — a process handled by a bipartisan commission. by Melissa Santos / March 18, 2022
Politics 5 major things the Washington Legislature approved in 2022 ... and a few bills they left on the table. by Melissa Santos / March 11, 2022