8 overdoses highlight WA juvenile inmate crisis

In less than two weeks, eight overdoses within Washington’s sole maximum security juvenile rehabilitation center unfolded – highlighting what the state has admitted is an overcrowding crisis.

Former JBLM commander found guilty of sexual harassment

Three women that served under Lieutenant Colonel Herman West described disturbing encounters ranging from unwanted touching, to verbal sexual harassment, to unzipping his pants in front of one of the women.

DCYF head announces he will not seek reappointment

Months after calls for his resignation began, the head of Washington’s Department of Children, Youth and Families announced that he plans to step down when the next governor takes office.

DCYF Secretary will not seek reappointment

Months after calls for his resignation began, the head of Washington’s Department of Children, Youth and Families announced that he plans to step down when the next governor takes office.