Hermiston Is Cracking Down on Jaywalkers!
Hermiston Is Cracking Down on Jaywalkers!
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Well-Known Attorney Quits Over Misconduct Charges
An attorney who represented clients in a number of very well known cases in our area has resigned from practicing law, after a number of misconduct allegations surfaced.
Petition Started to Re-Write WA Distracted Driving Law
Last Sunday, July 23rd, the new Driving Under the Influence of Electronics law went into effect. But as people read it, a lot more is being uncovered. It now appears it's the Driving Under the Influence of Electronics, Coffee, Beverages, Food, Blinking--Lord knows what else.
Governor Signs New Distracted Driving Law, Bans Even Holding Phone
Although the law was signed by Governor Inslee Monday, it will not go into effect until January 1, 2019. But when it does, your wallet will be $136 lighter if you're busted.
Seattle Will Lose Federal Funds Over Sanctuary Policies
US Attorney General Jeff Sessions has announced federal funding from the Department of Justice will be pulled if cities pursue or adhere to current sanctuary policies over illegal immigration.
Gov. Inslee Signs Executive Order Flirting With Ignoring Federal Immigration Law
Gov. Jay Inslee signed an executive order Thursday morning that closely mirrors the views currently being pursued in sanctuary cities, including Seattle.
Judge Will Rule Friday on WA Attorney General’s Suit Against President Trump
U.S. District Court Senior Judge James Robart will decide Friday if a lawsuit filed by Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson challenging the Presidential Executive Order issued by Trump should stand, or allow the Order to be enacted.
WA Legislature Considering Mandating Seat Belts on School Buses
The Washington State Senate is debating whether to pass Senate Bill (SB) 5054, which would put seat belts on all public and private school buses. A hearing was held before the Senate Transportation Committee January 25th, but no action taken yet.
Proposed WA Bill Would Allow Vacation Time For ‘New’ Employees
As the 2017 Washington State Legislative session gets under way in Olympia, we continue to take a look at proposed bills that catch our eye, either because of their potential impact on you and I, or sometimes because they're just plain weird or different. This one, if passed, would affect new workers and vacations.
Court Rules Washington Pharmacies Must Dispense Plan B Birth Controls
In a reversal of a 2012 ruling, the U.S. 9th. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Thursday pharmacies in Washington state must now dispense emergency contraceptives, including Plan B birth control meds. Opponents are already saying this compares to bakeries, florists and other businesses being forced to serve same-sex wedding clients despite their religious objections, from a biological medical standp