The Forest Service has spent $2 billion nationwide as they fight back against the forest fires across the country – with many of them isolated in the Northwest – bringing this year’s forest fire numbers to a new high both in terms of intensity and sheer number.

Seattle’s $15 minimum wage law has cost the area restaurants their hygiene standards with new studies showing that the standards have dropped significantly since the implementation of the higher minimum wage.

King County Elections have rendered the anti-sanctuary city initiative in Burien invalid, pulling the measure from the ballots after a recent court ruling claimed it violated regulations, “for the contents and form of a petition.”

Some roads in school zones in Western Washington may not be safe according to a startup called Zendrive – which has taken it upon themselves to grade road safety around schools. King, Pierce and Snohomish counties all received “D” ratings from the group.

The Tulalip Tribes will begin construction on $100 million casino about three miles from the existing Tulalip Resort Casino, with officials saying it will be a compliment to those businesses and intend to open their doors as early as late 2018.

Richland’s teachers union and school board approved a one-year contract for the teachers. Richland Education Association President LaDonna Sterling told the teachers she looks, “forward to your continued interest and support as we work through the development of a whole new salary model,” after the 92% approval on the vote.

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