Wildfire Health Response: CMS announced new Medicare flexibilities and waivers for Washington residents affected by major Spokane-area wildfires, including replacement of damaged medical equipment and support for providers. Forest Protections Under Threat: The Trump administration proposed fully rescinding the 2001 “roadless rule,” which protects about 45 million acres of national forest, including roughly 2 million acres in Washington—sparking backlash from conservation groups. Data Centers vs. Water and Farmland: Skagit County weighs escalating its data-center moratorium as farmers warn facilities could strain limited farmland and water; Chewelah also set a public hearing on a six-month data-center moratorium. Local Housing Permitting: Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson signed legislation to streamline parts of the SEPA appeals process, aiming to cut delays for housing and planning decisions. Public Safety Accountability: A recall hearing date was set for Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson, while former SPD Chief Sue Rahr criticized the city’s Bite of Seattle response and communications delay. Wildlife Rescue: Responders freed an entangled humpback whale off the Washington coast after a fisherman spotted it and alerted NOAA. Water Rights Fight: A Central Washington water-rights dispute involving a Moses Lake-area farm is headed to the Washington State Supreme Court. Endangered Species Push: Scientists petitioned for endangered protection for the Washington Jacob’s ladder wildflower in the Columbia Basin.