Wildfire & Air Quality: Mount Rainier’s Sunrise and White River corridor closed after the Grand Park 2 Fire, while Spokane officials say water is safe after wildfire testing and advise residents to flush plumbing before returning. Arson & Fire Management: Court documents and reporting keep pointing to arson in the Spokane wildfire crisis, as veteran fire leaders warn federal “full suppression” tactics could put crews at greater risk. Local Fire Updates: In Whitman County, the Wells Road Fire’s evacuations were downgraded to Level 2 “Get Set” for Malden and Level 1 “Get Ready” for Rosalia. Endangered Species Act: A federal rule change weakens habitat protections under the Endangered Species Act by narrowing what counts as “harm,” raising alarms for migratory species. Chemicals & Health: Washington State University research highlights potential harms from quaternary ammonium compounds (QACs) used in disinfectants. Marine Life: A Seattle-area cruise partnership adds marine mammal observers and training to reduce whale strike risk. Water & Infrastructure: The Panama Canal cut draft limits to 47.5 feet amid drought, threatening cargo volumes to East Coast ports. Community Housing Tool: Coastal Communities Land Trust in Pacific County is positioning land trust models as a behind-the-scenes tool for long-term affordability.