Wildfire Relief for Spokane-Area Residents: CMS announced new Medicare resources and waivers tied to a public health emergency from major wildfires near Spokane County, including help replacing damaged durable medical equipment and provider flexibilities. Flash Flood Risk in Burn Scar: The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for the Bear Gulch burn scar in Mason County as thunderstorms could bring life-threatening flooding and debris flows into North Fork Skokomish River headwaters. Spokane Complex Fires Update: Crews reported the Spokane Complex fires are nearly fully contained (97%), with evacuations lifted and operations shifting to mop-up and patrol. Airport Sustainability Push: The Port of Seattle approved $1.1 billion to fund modernization of the airport’s S Concourse, aiming for reduced energy use and greenhouse gas emissions and targeting LEED Silver. Water System Approval: Alaska’s DEC approved Ketchikan Public Utilities’ limited alternative to filtration system, avoiding an estimated $70 million filtration plant while keeping drinking water safe. Gorge Amphitheatre Expansion: Gorge Amphitheatre founders unveiled plans for two new venues at The Hilltop, including a rock-embedded indoor theater and an outdoor space designed with sustainability in mind. Kalshi Crackdown: A King County judge ordered Kalshi to geofence Washington users and stop many sports/election/politics/tech-and-science wagers, with penalties for missing deadlines. Public Safety Reminder: Olympic National Park officials warned visitors after a rabid bat was found, urging anyone possibly exposed to seek medical care. Seattle Housing Consumer Protection: Seattle passed a ban on rental “junk fees,” requiring clearer upfront pricing and strengthening enforcement.