Election Security Clash: Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs pushed back on President Trump’s election integrity claims, saying the “information” doesn’t change the record that fraud allegations have been disproven, while warning federal cuts could leave Washington needing $3 million annually to sustain election cybersecurity. Wildfire Threat in Eastern WA: A fast-growing Kaiser Canyon wildfire near Nespelem surged to 72 square miles, destroying at least 10 structures and forcing about 1,000 evacuations as crews build a buffer zone overnight. Heat + Fire Danger: Western Washington faces high wildfire danger as temperatures near the 90s, with forecasters also flagging above-normal heat risk through late summer. College Sports Policy: Congress is back and the Protect College Sports Act is heating up again, with the Senate Commerce Committee eyeing an early-August floor vote that could reshape conference realignment and future media rights. Local Government Finance: Pacific Transit approved a $5 million bond anticipation note to cover a budget shortfall after a missed WSDOT grant renewal, setting up tough spending decisions. Renters’ Rights: A new WA law took effect June 11 expanding renters’ ability to install portable and window AC units, limiting what landlords can block. Tribal Fishing Fight: Quinault and Chinook nations are escalating court battles over treaty fishing boundaries, with the Quinault seeking Ninth Circuit review after a federal ruling blocked an expansion effort. Democrats Split on Israel Aid: Washington’s Jayapal, Adam Smith, and Emily Randall voted for a House amendment to cut Israel military assistance, reflecting growing tension inside the state party. Transit Nonprofit Funding: Yakima City Council approved a grant application for Yakima Valley Trolleys as the long-running debate continues over whether city money should support trolley operations and infrastructure.