WA program to help first-time homebuyers with history of discrimination
Washington is undertaking a novel new attempt to address decades of housing discrimination. The state launched a program Monday offering homebuying assistance to Washingtonians who faced housing discrimination in the early to mid-20th century and their descendants. An explicit effort to redress the lasting effects of discrimination, the Covenant Homeownership Program could help hundreds of people of color become homeowners in Washington but may also face legal challenges. Continue reading at The Seattle Times. (Karen Ducey)
Undocumented Washingtonians can now work as doctors, teachers under new professional licensing law
Starting Monday, undocumented people in Washington can apply for professional state licenses and certifications, such as those held by doctors, teachers, and engineers. That’s because of a bill passed earlier this year. The new law opens the door to dozens of new career options for undocumented people. But some state agencies have already been issuing professional licenses to that demographic. Continue reading at KUOW. (Hush Naidoo Jade)
Wave of new laws take effect in Washington state
Multiple laws went into effect in Washington state Monday including allowing punishment for “stealthing” and creating an opioid prevention and treatment account for Tribal communities. Continue reading at KOMO. (Lindsey Wasson)
Aberdeen Daily World
Multiple vehicles struck in road rage shooting near McCleary
Axios
Major Supreme Court rulings hit regulators from multiple angles
Bellingham Herald
It’s a challenging drive to WA’s ocean beaches as state spends billions to help fish
City of Bellingham continues to install Portland Loos. Here’s where you’ll find new additions
New state estimate shows Bellingham population surpassing Kirkland, nearing top 10 in Washington
Capital Press
‘Armchair engineer’ talks Snake River dam controversy
Columbian
Total number of homeless in Clark County up 5%, Point in Time Count reports
Should gun store sales get special credit card tracking? States split on mandating or prohibiting it
Everett Herald
Schools offer free summer meals for Snohomish County kids
US said to seek Boeing guilty plea to avoid trial in 737 Max crashes
Another Snohomish County child hurt in fall from third-story window
Comment: Court majority content to duck abortion issue for now
Kent Reporter
New mental health treatment facility opens in Renton (Hackney)
Muslim civil rights group calls for swift justice in Renton shooting
News Tribune
WA State Auditor’s Office finds fraud of nearly $900,000 at state agency
It’s a challenging drive to WA’s ocean beaches as state spends billions to help fish
Heavy traffic expected this week as Tacoma gears up for July 4. Here’s where to avoid
Puget Sound Business Journal
Boeing reaches deal to reacquire embattled supplier
Among small businesses, there’s a huge divide on finances
Valuations of King County office properties poised for steep drop
Seattle Times
PNW orcas won’t get separate species designation
Inside Sea-Tac’s efforts to clean up PFAS firefighting foams
Company sues WA over ban on at-home sexual assault evidence kits
WA auditor worried by growing ‘boldness’ with $900K misappropriation
WA program to help first-time homebuyers with history of discrimination
Skagit Valley Herald
Skagit County adopts revised strategic plan
Spokesman Review
$1.6 million in scholarships awarded to trades students in Washington
Medical Lake bans fireworks this year as Gray fire recovery continues, will host evening fireworks show
Tri-City Herald
Heat wave to wallop Tri-Cities. Temperature could top 100+ for days
Washington Post
OSHA proposes rule to protect workers exposed to extreme heat
60 years ago, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 changed American justice
Schools face a math problem: Money is running out and kids are still behind
WA State Standard
How the Washington state voter guide became a 110-year Democratic tradition
Presidential immunity extends to some official acts, Supreme Court rules in Trump case
Wenatchee World
The Brave Warrior Project: A lifeline for families of children with disabilities, but more help needed
Yakima Herald-Republic
Hillman fire in Yakima’s West Valley destroys 2 homes; evacuation levels lowered
Broadcast
KING 5 TV (NBC)
Audit discovers $878,000 in ‘misappropriated’ Washington state funds
Washington allows undocumented immigrants to apply for professional licenses (Walen)
Under pressure on plane safety, Boeing is buying stressed supplier Spirit for $4.7 billion
Washington State Ferries say boarding wait times may be longer than normal for Fourth of July holiday
KIRO 7 TV (CBS)
Armed teenagers arrested near Cleveland High School in South Seattle
Woman says she was victim of drive by shooting, says ‘abandoned’ by SPD
KOMO 4 TV (ABC)
Wave of new laws take effect in Washington state
WA becomes third state to allow punishment for ‘stealthing’
KNKX Public Radio
Coast Salish tribes enjoy the sweet revival of a camas harvest
JBLM servicemen say the Army didn’t protect them from abusive sexual contact
KUOW Public Radio
Before you spark up, know where fireworks are banned in western Washington
Undocumented Washingtonians can now work as doctors, teachers under new professional licensing law (Walen)
Web
Cascadia Daily News
Bellingham recommits police staff to Whatcom County drug task force
Bellingham approves nearly $350K for downtown beautification projects
City of Bellingham anticipates little change to homeless policy following Supreme Court ruling
MyNorthwest
3 cars shot at in road rage shooting on State Route 8
Washington auditor sees biggest state employee fraud case in 15 years
Woman claims she was ‘abandoned’ by police after Columbia City shooting
‘Too many guns on the street:’ Local agencies respond to weekend filled with violence
Washington Observer
Doctors struggle to afford Medicaid patients. How can WA solve the problem? (Kuderer, Riccelli, Macri)