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Hot prisons are ‘cruel and unusual punishment,’ advocates allege
Incarcerated people are taking extreme measures for relief, with some even opting for the cooler temperatures of solitary confinement cells.
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More art, less trash: Washington reuse centers promote upcycling
Similar to thrift stores, the shops keep potential waste out of landfills by repurposing ‘stuff’ in new sustainable ways.
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Washington considers consolidating elk management
Critics say that eliminating local control of the 10 populations in favor of a statewide plan could threaten Native treaty rights.
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Some E-bike companies are pushing against right-to-repair laws
Fires caused by rechargeable batteries spark controversy over whether e-bike owners should be allowed to make repairs themselves.
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Washington cities, counties now required to plan for climate change
Starting in 2025, local governments will need to consider emissions and natural disasters in their long-term planning. Some already do.