DOJ vs. Washington Tuition Policy: The U.S. Department of Justice sued Washington and three other states over in-state tuition and aid for students without legal status, arguing the laws unlawfully favor noncitizens over U.S. citizens. Public Safety Tech Fight: Seattle-area agencies say Flock license-plate cameras are being vandalized amid “Deflock” online calls, while Covington reports arrests tied to damaged cameras. Seattle Police Leadership Clash: Seattle City Council Public Safety Chair Bob Kettle says the next police chief must align with council goals, escalating pressure on Mayor Katie Wilson’s search. Seattle Labor Watch: Seattle teachers authorized a strike if no deal is reached by Tuesday, with the first day of school set for Sept. 2. Energy & Data Centers: Washington’s Utilities and Transportation Commission is drafting rules to keep data centers from shifting electricity costs and risks onto other customers. Immigration Enforcement Data: New records show ICE arrests spiking statewide this summer, with Yakima and Seattle among the hardest hit. Local Crime & Community: A reward was increased to $11,000 for tips in the Skyway murder of a Coast Guard lieutenant. Wildfire/Weather Ops: Brush fire evacuations in Parkland were lifted after crews contained the blaze.