Seattle Public Safety: Mayor Katie Wilson accepted Police Chief Shon Barnes’ resignation after the Bite of Seattle festival shooting, naming Deputy Chief Andre Sayles interim as scrutiny grows over Barnes’ absence during the crisis and a slow public information rollout. State Courts: Washington Supreme Court ruled WSU must protect students from foreseeable fraternity hazing harm after the death of Sam Martinez in 2019, setting up a jury trial. Education & Federal Oversight: The U.S. Department of Education is pressing Washington to change student-record sharing policies, citing federal court rulings and concerns tied to transgender student privacy. Labor & Boeing: Boeing sent a contract offer to SPEEA, with union negotiators endorsing the proposal as the current contract nears expiration and strike risk could affect jet certification timelines. Higher Ed Free Speech: A FIRE survey graded Washington schools poorly on free-speech protections, with Evergreen State College in the worst category. Economy & Housing: Washington’s new millionaire income tax is blamed for worsening Seattle-area housing market conditions as high-end sellers list faster than buyers can absorb.