Equity
In Washington’s foster care system, aging out often means ending up in prison
When state support ends, many leaving the foster system find themselves on their own with no job skills or support system.
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Opinion
A regional solution to homelessness is long overdue. Ask those on the front lines
Nonprofits and service providers are making progress, but we need more help.
politics
Regional approach to homelessness may require Seattle to give up some control
The Seattle City Council passed the new agreement out of committee Thursday with an ordinance setting ‘expectations’ going forward.
News
Yakima looks to get ahead of statewide hepatitis A outbreak
As colder weather forces vulnerable residents closer together, city leaders are heading to shelters to tackle the statewide epidemic.
Equity
Landlords with lawyers, tenants without: How some WA renters are signing away their rights
The state Legislature recently passed new regulations to protect against eviction, but many don't know their rights.