Spokane Fees: Spokane officials are floating a possible doubling of the city’s $20 car tab fee to $40, with councilmember Michael Cathcart saying the real question is “when,” not if. Seattle Transit Tax Fight: Seattle Councilman Bob Kettle is pushing to scale back Mayor Katie Wilson’s proposed 0.15% transit sales tax increase to 0.05%, arguing affordability is already slipping for residents. Immigration Courts: Seattle Immigration Court began “mega” hearings for unaccompanied juveniles in deportation proceedings, with judges using the mass calendar to check on kids’ welfare. World Cup Afterglow: Seattle leaders are pitching the city for future global soccer events, pointing to record hotel revenue and downtown visitation during the 2026 tournament. Election Threats: The DOJ warned Washington and Oregon election officials they could face criminal prosecution over claims noncitizens were allowed to vote—Washington officials call the threats unsupported. Education Policy: State Superintendent Chris Reykdal proposed a mandatory yearlong “Postsecondary Launch Course” for high school seniors focused on life skills, résumés, voting, and job planning. Ballot Politics: A repeal fight over Washington’s income tax on high earners is moving toward the November ballot after opponents turned in more than 500,000 signatures. Road Work: WSDOT plans overnight northbound I-5 lane closures in Tukwila for paving repairs.