A 2021 law expanded Washington’s power to decertify police officers. Records show cops still avoid consequences
An InvestigateWest review shows how Washington police agencies keep hiring cops accused of serious misconduct
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InvestigateWest, Invisible Institute sue Idaho for withholding police employment records
The lawsuit accuses Idaho State Police and the Idaho Department of Correction of concealing public records in response to critical reporting
InvestigateWest’s Thy Vo selected for national editor training program
ProPublica’s training program is aimed at expanding the ranks of editors with investigative experience
Washington A-Mark Prize recognizes 2025 reporting by InvestigateWest
Judges awarded reporter Kelsey Turner first place for reporting on Washington’s family court system
Free training: How to access police employment & misconduct data in the PNW
If you cover criminal justice in the Pacific Northwest — or want to — we’re hosting a free virtual training that may be useful to you and your newsroom
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InvestigateWest seeks Oregon collaboration partners
It’s part of our effort to strengthen local investigative journalism and bolster small newsrooms
