Gov. Jay Inslee announced that state agencies will purchase more electricity from in-state wind and solar projects. “We are walking the talk when it comes to stepping up to the challenge of reducing emissions across state government,” Inslee said. “One way we are doing this is by purchasing clean, renewable energy from projects built right here in Washington state. (Governor’s Office)

While Inslee spends his time campaigning to occupy the White House, state Sen. Mike Padden (R-Spokane Valley) spent last week advocating on behalf of our state at the White House “So many issues that affect our citizens – from transportation to forest management – are either decided or influenced by the federal government,” said Padden. “It is critical that we be able to work effectively with federal officials and know who to turn to when we have questions or need assistance for our constituents.” (Washington State Wire)

Never wanting to be confused for a decent human being, Socialist Seattle City Councilmember Kshama Sawant attacked Paul Allen for being rich after news of his death. My Northwest noted, “According to Forbes, Allen donated $55 million to the University of Washington, $26 million to Washington State University, and the hundreds of millions it took to develop the Allen Institute of Brain Science. Forbes estimates Allen gave $2.6 billion to funds that protect the planet, Ebola research, education, arts, wildlife, and intelligence research.” Sawant also attacked Barbara Bush and John McCain right after they died, because she’s Seattle’s lefty version of Alex Jones. (My Northwest)

John Patrick Kelly, chairman of the 26th District Democrats, is under fire after controversial comments aimed at women. “He’s not been much of a leader, to put it mildly,” vice chair Luellen Lucid said. “He puts out very offensive posts…” The party voted earlier this month to censure Kelly because of his behavior. Kelly has said he plans to quit. (Tacoma News Tribune)

The state Transportation Commission has finally settled on a tolling plan for Seattle’s SR 99 tunnel. In a unanimous vote, the commission approved charging between $1 and $2.25, depending on the time of day. (My Northwest)

The union representing Spokane County’s deputy prosecutors is demanding pay raises for the attorneys. “Our goal is to do our job protecting the people of Spokane County, but we cannot keep pace with the caseload and changing nature of law enforcement if we are unable to recruit and retain qualified prosecutors,” Deric Martin, a deputy prosecutor and president of the union, said. (The Spokesman-Review)

The campaigns of Spokane County commissioners Mary Kuney and Al French seem to be picking up energy heading into Election Day. Avista Corp. alone has spent nearly $200,000 in support of the two commissioners. “We wanted the ads to be high quality, unique and positive, and what we’ve learned is it’s not necessarily a cheap thing,” said Collins Sprague, Senior Director of Government Relations for Avista Corp. (The Spokesman-Review)

Teachers in the Naches Valley School District approved a vote to strike last week if they are not offered more money. “I’m very hopeful — not confident — but hopeful, that we can achieve some sort of agreement so we can get back to our main business, which is teaching kids,” said Superintendent Duane Lyons. “We’re taking the union’s notice very seriously.” (Yakima Herald-Republic)

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