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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Washington scrambles to regulate license-plate cameras that could aid stalkers
As lawmakers debate how to rein in these cameras, sheriffs, civil rights groups and transparency advocates are clashing over how much access is too much
WA crime victim orgs call for state help as falling federal funding has them at a ‘breaking point’
Nonprofits say temporary state dollars haven’t been enough to stave off cuts to sexual abuse and domestic violence programs
HUD says homeless services program overhaul on pause after federal injunction
The federal housing agency said it will implement changes to the Continuum of Care program if the injunction is “no longer in effect”
A Starlink lab exposed unsuspecting workers to toxic chemicals. Records show SpaceX didn't act until the state got involved
Workers say exposure caused serious health issues including a hospitalization and a miscarriage
Idaho’s efforts to confront prison sexual abuse hampered by Trump cuts
Cuts to Prison Rape Elimination Act Resource Center result in less state support for training, guidance and grants
Budget cuts threaten Oregon program for helping people get jobs after prison
The state had recently expanded the novel program for providing one-on-one career coaching, job fairs behind bars and support for people after release
Despite laws against it, some cosmetic surgeons are still banning negative reviews
If patients can’t say anything nice, some doctor paperwork mandates, they can’t say anything at all