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1. Seattle Police Chief Says Less Paperwork OK for Minor Use of Force
By SEATTLE TIMES

The new Seattle police directive specifically addresses complaints from officers that they were spending too much time on paperwork whenever a suspect complained of pain after being handcuffed.

2. What 2014 Elections Say About 2016 Governor’s Race
By SEATTLE PI

If Hill defeats Democrat Matt Isenhower, he will take on attractions as a statewide candidate. He will have won twice in a King County district easily carried by Obama.

3. Washington Drivers Could Pay More at the Pump to Reduce Carbon Emissions
By TRI-CITY HERALD

An initial look at how that could affect gas prices was discussed at a meeting of the state Senate Energy, Environment and Telecommunications Committee in Pasco last week.

4. Wrongfully Imprisoned Man Awarded Nearly $500,000
By SEATTLE PI

Olebar’s compensation of $496,712 stems from a new law approved last year that gives wrongfully imprisoned people $50,000 per year spent behind bars. His share is tax-free.

5. A Carbon Tax Would Push State’s Gasoline Prices Higher
By CROSSCUT

If Gov. Jay Inslee and the Legislature adopt a carbon tax, new studies from his office show Washington’s gasoline prices will increase.

6. Who Are We? The Garbage Police?
By CROSSCUT

The city’s latest waste initiative will ping homeowners who throw away too much food. It’s time for Seattle to take a hard look at its

7. Study: Washington Roads Among the Worst in the U.S.
By KING 5 NEWS

The study by the Reason Foundation concludes Washington state is 42nd in the nation in highway performance and cost-effectiveness.

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