With some pushing for a taxpayer-funded public state bank, State Treasurer Duane Davidson released a counter-study saying it’s a bad idea.“Also, as guardian of Washington’s local government investment funds and Rainy-Day Fund, I have a deep-rooted interest in doing the right thing by protecting Washingtonians’ finances,” Davidson wrote. “Using any of these resources to capitalize a bank would be reckless.” (Lens)

Even a few Democrats have had enough of Seattle’s policies when it comes to homeless camps along highways. “To have homeless camps on hillsides next to a highway is completely unsafe and they should do something about it right away,” says state Senator Steve Hobbs (D-Lake Stevens). Earlier this year a fire started at encampment along I-5 near Northgate which threatened nearby houses. (KOMO 4)

The Seattle Times editorial board says the new Families, Education, Preschool and Promise Program levy should benefit charter school students too. “Though the League of Women Voters of Seattle-King County and other activists have been hostile to charter schools, city officials should ensure that charter school students are not excluded from the levy their parents are paying for.” (Seattle Times)

The Senate race in the 26^th Legislative District between Republican Marty McClendon and Democrat Emily Randall looks like it is headed to a recount. The latest vote count showed McClendon leading by just over 74 votes. A manual recount is required when the difference is less than 150 votes and less than one-quarter of 1 percent of total votes cast. (Kitsap Sun)

The Tacoma City Council is set to begin enacting a host of new rules and regulations aimed at protecting tenants. Activist Donna Seay said renters are “winning because we’re being very boisterous and standing up for what we believe in.” One change will require an increase in the amount of time landlords must provide renters before terminating tenancy. (Tacoma News Tribune)

The Legislature needs to focus on fixing Initiative 940, the Union-Bulletin argues, considering legislators “bungled making necessary fixes to the wording of the initiative” before the election. Voters passed I-940, making it easier to prosecute law enforcement officers involved in use of deadly force. (Walla Walla Union-Bulletin)

Community activist Phillip Tyler announced his intention to run for Spokane City Council President. “I believe that Spokane’s unique challenges will be solved by Spokane’s unique citizens. My theme also is my commitment to running a positive campaign.” Tyler has faced multiple allegations of domestic violence from his now ex-wife. (The Spokesman-Review)

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