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Mayor Harrell Proposes Jail Pilot to Ensure Well Functioning Criminal Legal System, Improve Accountability for Criminal Actions and Deliver Services for Those in Need
Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell proposed legislation for a new pilot program to send a limited number of misdemeanor offenders to the South Correctional Facility (SCORE), allowing the City to more consistently book individuals who have engaged in misdemeanor criminal offenses. The proposal – informed by a stakeholder process including criminal legal system partners, diversion advocates, and service providers – seeks to ensure a robust and well-functioning system that combines best practices to deter criminal activity and provides an array of options to provide access to health, treatment, and legal services for those in need.
Former Port of Seattle police chief awarded $24.2M in damages over wrongful firing
(The Center Square) – A King County Superior Court jury has awarded former Port of Seattle Police Chief Rod Covey $24.2 million in damages, but the port is considering an appeal. Covey sued the port in late 2022 for wrongful termination after he was fired that August, which marked a year after the Port placed him on administrative leave. Covey was placed on administrative leave in 2020 after an internal investigation found he had violated the port’s Code of Conduct and Human Resources policies after...
The Mariners should look to Arizona for an old friend and trade for Paul Sewald
Over the next couple of weeks, the talk around the Mariners will be trading for offense. You'll see it here, from the national writers and fans that the Mariners need to get more impact bats. I wholeheartedly agree, you can never have too many arms in the playoffs. The Mariners bullpen is getting healthier, with both Gregory Santos and Gabe Speier back and with the big club. Why not go get one more back-of-the-bullpen guy to help solidify the bullpen for the playoff push?
Save the Date: East Wenatchee Police Host National Night Out Party
East Wenatchee Police Department is hosting National Night out on Wednesday, July 31st and nearly every local 1st responder agency in the area is participating. National Night Out is a free community gathering organized for families to meet local officers and first responders in a fun setting. There will be lot's of equipment and emergency apparatus from different agencies on display so kid's can get an up close look and ask questions about what they are seeing. A highlight will be the arrival and landing of the Chelan County Sheriff's helicopter.
Everson man arrested for selling stolen tools on Facebook Marketplace while allegedly using false account
EVERSON, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – An Everson man was arrested after allegedly hacking someone’s Facebook account to sell stolen tools. Court documents state that a farmer in Lynden reported several of his tools were stolen from his property in March. A month later, he found listings for some of the tools posted to Facebook Marketplace by a user named “Matthew”.
Pierce County, WA Teacher, Jordan Henderson, Arrested on Multiple Child Molestation Charges Violates Bail
Tacoma, WA – Jordan Henderson, a 34-year-old former elementary school teacher and pastor, is back behind bars after allegedly violating the conditions of his release. Henderson was initially arrested in April on nine counts of child molestation, with three of his own students among the alleged victims. Investigation Launched...
Wolf Sanctuary Threatens To Kill Their Remaining Endangered Gray Wolves If Denied Permit To Reopen
Last week, a complaint was submitted to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) urging the agency to investigate an animal facility, Predators of the Heart, also known as ‘Because We Matter Exotic Animal Rescue,’ following horrific allegations that include the killing of approximately nine endangered gray wolves.
Vietnam Veteran honored with Quilt of Valor in Chelan Valley ceremony
CHELAN—Vietnam veteran Daniel Smith was honored with a handmade quilt from the Quilts of Valor Foundation, which recognized his military service and contributions to the community. The Lake Chelan Valley chapter of the foundation presented Smith, a member of VFW Post 6853, with a red, white, and blue comforter...
Oregon Wildfires: Over 700,000 Acres Ablaze and Interstate 84 Shut Down
Firefighters in the Pacific Northwest worked hard on Tuesday to control two fires threatening small towns in Oregon. One key stretch of Interstate 84, connecting Oregon and Idaho, was closed for about 130 miles (210 kilometers) between Ontario and Baker City due to advancing flames. This crucial freeway will remain closed for at least a day, according to the Oregon Department of Transportation.
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