AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoElection 2026: Ballots are arriving across Washington ahead of the Nov. 3 election. Spokane County is mailing more than 300,000; officials urge voters to sign their envelopes and return ballots early. State Budget and Jobs: Washington’s unemployment rate fell to 4.8% for a third straight month, even as the state reported 15,400 job losses. DSHS is proposing disability-service cuts amid a budget shortfall, while Snohomish County leaders weigh how to protect vulnerable services. Public Safety: Seattle is adding prosecutors to target trafficking and gun crime along Aurora Avenue. In Spokane, the City Council approved a 0.1% sales tax increase for public safety. Environment: Emerald ash borer has been confirmed in Walla Walla County, marking the pest’s second detection in Washington and raising concern for ash trees statewide. Campus Accountability: A former University of Washington student is suing the university over an alleged 2022 assault at a fraternity house; the former fraternity member pleaded guilty to rape in 2024. Seahawks: Seattle ruled out linebacker Drake Thomas and running back Zach Charbonnet for Thursday’s game against Denver, but Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Leonard Williams are expected to play.
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