Natural Gas Ruling: The Washington Supreme Court struck down a voter-approved natural gas initiative, saying it violated the state constitution’s single-subject rule and was “unconstitutional in its entirety,” dealing a major blow to efforts to limit how governments regulate gas use. Farmworker Pay: A new survey of 643 Washington farmworkers found that among those who said the state’s agricultural overtime law affected them, most reported lower earnings, adding fuel to the debate over overtime rules in agriculture. Emergency Response: Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson signed an executive order to overhaul emergency management coordination after questions about the city’s response to the Bite of Seattle shooting, including changes to AlertSeattle procedures. Public Safety Lawsuit: A Washington sheriff’s office faces a $27 million tort claim alleging a deputy wrongfully killed a DUI suspect by stabbing him 17 times during a May 2025 confrontation. Food Safety Crackdown: In a separate FDA action, a popular Olympia Coffee House in Mumbai was hit with a suspended license after inspectors found serious hygiene lapses, including cockroaches, flies, and unsafe food storage. Sports—UW & WSU: UW wide receiver Rashid Williams is cleared to play Eastern Washington after an oblique strain, while WSU fell 34-7 to Kansas State as its offense struggled again. Seattle Pro Sports: Drew Lock is set to start for the Seahawks as Sam Darnold sits, with Seattle emphasizing ball security against the Cardinals. Politics—Parents’ Rights: Gov. Bob Ferguson is warning voters against Initiative 001, arguing it would weaken parents’ rights and put students at risk.