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Washington UTC chair who used racial slur asked to resign
An investigation found two commissioners allegedly used derogatory language, disregarded harassment complaints and failed to advance equity policies.
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Investigations
WA homeless youth program closes after contractor ‘misspent’ $330K
Officials ordered a lobbying firm to pay back money meant for a state-funded Lifeline pilot hotline that connects at-risk young people to services.
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Facing shortages, WA expands police trainings and fronts the bill
While the Legislature will fund law enforcement instruction, in recent sessions it failed to allow cities to reroute tax revenue to hire new cops.
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50 years ago, The World’s Fair helped reshape Spokane’s downtown
To remember the 1974 event that drew more than five million people, the city will host celebrations focusing on the environment and Indigenous culture.
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FAFSA rollout delays highlight WA barriers to higher education
Washington students struggle with filing for federal aid. Simplifying the process could increase enrollment, especially among first-generation students.