AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFBI/China Espionage: Federal officials say Irvine realtor Wanying “Heather” Zhang was arrested at LAX for allegedly surveilling a Taiwanese president’s son in the Seattle area and sending photos, videos, and license plate data to China. State Courts/Sheriffs: A Thurston County judge permanently blocked parts of a new Washington law setting standards for sheriffs, a move the AG says it will appeal. Education/Phones: Gov. Bob Ferguson is pushing a statewide “away for the day” ban on student phones and smartwatches, after Spokane’s district adopted a cell-phone restriction. Local Transit/Ferries: A worker callout shut down the Fauntleroy-Vashon-Southworth “Triangle Route,” idling the terminal and forcing commuters onto water taxis and RapidRide C. Schools/Health: Puyallup’s Edgerton Elementary found multiple bats in a mechanical room, and the district is starting exclusion work to seal entry points. Seattle Budget Process: Seattle’s proposed 2027-2028 budget heads to City Council hearings on Oct. 6 and Nov. 5 for public comment. Labor/Minimum Wage: Seattle’s minimum wage is set to rise to $22.14 in 2027, reflecting CPI inflation.
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