Native American children significantly more likely to be arrested, detained in Washington
Before and after trial and even for low-level, nonviolent crimes, Native American youths are locked up at higher rates
According to a new report from Pew Center for the States, Oregon, Arizona and Nevada are among the nine state governments most likely to go into a California-like financial meltdown. The sobering report, called "Beyond California" identifies nine states likely to Californicate based on their poor fiscal health. The Oregonian has a quick take on the issue if you don't have time to read through the entire 65-page report.
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