The states are among many that are going to court to force the federal government to use emergency reserve money to prop up the federal food assistance program.
Amazon has faced pressure from investors to tighten its finances as it spends big on the AI race. The company says it will cut 14,000 jobs, citing a goal of "reducing bureaucracy, removing layers."
For now, all of the vehicles are being operated with drivers behind the wheel. The company said this is to familiarize the cars’ systems with the region’s weather and road signage.
The Tacoma City Council has expanded the city's camping ban, adding more areas where homeless encampments are prohibited. The proposal passed by a 5-4 vote.
The federal government shutdown continues. Republicans and Democrats appear no closer to an agreement to end it. Many federal workers are missing full paychecks and don't know when they will resume.
The District 26 race is among the most competitive this election cycle, with Republican state Rep. Michelle Caldier challenging Democratic incumbent Sen. Deborah Krishnadasan.