AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSeattle Public Schools: A tentative deal averted an illegal teacher strike, but the district’s finances remain the big question, with Superintendent Benjamin Shuldiner calling SPS “structurally insolvent” and “broke” amid about $87 million in debt. Election Integrity: Washington’s primary saw 20,267 ballots rejected for arriving too late, up from 16,131 in 2024, as officials point to USPS postmark problems and urge earlier mailing or drop boxes. Public Safety: Seattle police say they’re “getting close” in the Bite of Seattle shooting investigation, while a teen’s self-defense argument is before the courts. Local Government: Whatcom County Executive Satpal Sidhu recommends cuts and restructuring for the 2027-28 biennium, including reducing staff and exploring revenue options like a ferry district levy. Sports (Apple Cup): The 118th Apple Cup kicks off the season Sunday, with Washington’s Demond Williams Jr. carrying the spotlight and WSU starting a new era under Kirby Moore. Business/Jobs: Bungie is exploring subleasing parts of its Bellevue headquarters after layoffs.
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