Investigations How did Washington spend $6.5B in federal pandemic aid? Some local governments spent their COVID relief cash on infrastructure and low-income housing while others opted for controversial police surveillance. by Brandon Block / December 31, 2024
Investigations Thurston County must repay up to $668K in fraudulent rental aid The Western WA county is the first in the nation to face a U.S. Treasury demand to return COVID-19 rent program funds due to fraud. by Brandon Block / December 9, 2024
Investigations WA law restricts noncompete agreements. They keep popping up anyway A Pasco man is being sued by his former company for breaking a noncompete contract, in a case that tests WA’s ability to enforce its own labor laws. by Brandon Block / November 1, 2024
Investigations Small businesses continue legal battle over denied pandemic aid Corporations have used the courts to secure millions in federal loan forgiveness, but some entrepreneurs with fewer resources have yet to see a dime. by Brandon Block / October 10, 2024
Investigations Pierce deputy drove 83 mph in wrong lane during deadly 2020 crash Records show the county settled for $3.5M after deeming the collision highly preventable, demonstrating the vague legal standards for officer driving. by Brandon Block / June 25, 2024