Wildfire Health & Care Access: CMS announced new Medicare resources and waivers for Washington residents hit by major Spokane-area fires, including replacement of damaged medical equipment and support for providers. Public Safety & Wildlife: Olympic National Park shared more details on a bat incident near Staircase Bridge; the bat tested positive for rabies after a woman shook it from her hair. Fish & Wildlife Oversight: The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission met for the first time since an investigation found commissioners may have skirted public records and open-meeting rules, with critics pressing for next steps. Crab Fishing Legal Fight: The New Civil Liberties Alliance asked Washington courts to end WDFW’s electronic monitoring of crab boats, arguing it violates privacy rights. Data Centers & Energy Pressure: A new report highlights how data-center growth is driving electricity and price stress, raising fresh concerns for Washington-style power planning. Weather & Fire Risk: Seattle stays warm and mostly dry, but mountain thunderstorms could bring lightning and new wildfire starts. Local Politics: Washington’s PDC opened a formal investigation into the Let’s Go Washington PAC over alleged undisclosed political advertising. Transportation: Sound Transit pushed the West Seattle Link light-rail opening to 2035, citing complexity and cost pressures.