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Whatcom probe on harassment investigation shows ‘systemic failure’
The county paid $225K to settle sexual harassment complaints about a former Public Works director, whose behavior, employees said, was an “open secret.”
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The Newsfeed: Labor & Industries interpreters file wage-theft suit
Plus, carbon auction prices are down this year, and a migrant fishing crew left stranded in Westport still awaits a ruling on their abandonment claim.
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5 takeaways from the superintendent of public instruction debate
Incumbent Chris Reykdal and David Olson disagreed about school funding and parental-rights policies, but found moments of accord.
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2024 debate: Superintendent of public schools with Reykdal, Olson
Incumbent Chris Reykdal and Republican challenger David Olson participated in a live debate Thursday night.
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Proposal for WA ferry engineers, oilers falls short of pay parity
Engine room workers sought wages equal to above-deck crew, but the union argues WA law unevenly hampers negotiating.