Wildfire & public safety: A fast-moving Ryegrass Coulee Fire near the I-90 Vantage Bridge triggered Level 3 “Go Now” evacuations for Vantage and a full closure of I-90; officials say residents can return but remain on Level 2 “Be Ready,” with a Red Flag Warning in effect. Wildlife management: WA’s wolf rules are under scrutiny after Fish and Wildlife killed a second wolf in southeast Washington following livestock attacks; investigators are also probing an illegal shooting of an already-dead, uncollared male. Health & environment: Tick bites are surging across the U.S., and WSU researchers warn ticks are expanding into areas that were previously too cold as temperatures rise—raising risks for Lyme and other tick-borne illnesses. Pollution & consumer risk: A proposed class-action in federal court in Washington alleges Costco sold Orgain Organic Protein Powder without disclosing heavy metals like lead, cadmium and arsenic. Water & climate infrastructure: AI data centers are driving a new fight over cooling—companies face a trade-off between using huge amounts of water or ramping up electricity, with both options fueling local backlash. Local governance: Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson proposes rules to curb “hidden junk fees” in rentals by requiring landlords to disclose costs upfront. Recreation & land use: Moses Lake adopted a six-year financial sustainability plan after expenses outpaced revenues, including possible changes to parks and recreation operations.