An Idaho law targeted fentanyl dealers. Prosecutors are using it to charge users, too
An InvestigateWest review found at least 30 people charged with trafficking without evidence of selling or distribution. They face mandatory minimum prison terms.
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Why many judges in WA won’t order abusers to turn in guns
State and federal court decisions threaten to override Washington’s firearm surrender law
In Eastern Washington, victims seeking protection steer clear of a judge accused of domestic violence himself
Attorneys say there’s little accountability for judges who may show bias against victims
Low-income domestic violence survivors face uphill battle in obtaining court-ordered protections
Advocates urge more funding for housing, shelters and legal services as well as consistent policy implementation
How WA cities’ lobbying muscle shapes housing, public records bills
Lobbyists for the Association of Washington Cities flex the group’s influence in Olympia — including the ability to draft policy themselves.
Oregon Legislature passes ‘ghost gun’ ban
More gun safety provisions were stripped from the legislation as part of a deal to end the Senate Republican walkout last week.
At WA military base, families battle mold, rodents and more despite promised reforms
Military families say reforms adopted in 2019 have done little to improve housing conditions
In northwest WA, trouble brews over river bacteria locals say is flowing in from Canada
Farmers and others in Whatcom County want Gov. Inslee and British Columbia officials to help solve the pollution problems in the Nooksack River watershed.
Telehealth business closes after InvestigateWest report details alleged wage theft
A Seattle law could provide a model for protecting independent workers in Washington
SPECIAL REPORT: Oregon fails to turn page on reading: $250 million spent in 25 years
Many Oregon kids still struggle to read because they are taught using ineffective methods
An Oregon county backs ‘Greater Idaho’ talks, as another schedules a vote
Twelve counties in the state have now voted to support efforts to change Oregon’s border with Idaho.
Housing restrictions are leaving more Northwest sex offenders homeless
Researchers say sex offender registration and notification laws can be counterproductive for public safety by keeping registrants on the streets