Justices’ Ties Spark Tax Lawsuit Scrutiny

Kohberger Defense Costs Skyrocket

Bryan Kohberger’s defense has already spent nearly $5.5 million — and that’s not even the full story. With prosecution and investigation costs piled on, taxpayers are on the hook for over $8 million. Yet most of the defense’s spending details remain sealed, protected under attorney-client privilege. While Kohberger avoided trial by pleading guilty, the case’s ballooning cost dwarfs other major Idaho murder cases — sparking a public fight over transparency as the Idaho Statesman pushes to unseal the records, with the courts still weighing in. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8b71ba21f072bb67

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Justices’ Ties Spark Tax Lawsuit Scrutiny

A new lawsuit over Washington’s controversial 9.9% income tax is igniting a firestorm over the impartiality of two newly appointed Supreme Court justices, Colleen Melody and Theo Angelis—both with deep ties to Governor Bob Ferguson. Critics question whether their past work, campaign donations, and close professional relationships with the governor create a conflict of interest, especially as the tax’s future hangs in the balance. Neither justice has pledged to recuse themselves if the case reaches the court, saying they’ll decide based on the facts. Meanwhile, the income tax is under siege from a ballot initiative group, and the justices’ election races are heating up, with candidates juggling judicial duties and campaign trails. The governor insists the justices are bound by recusal rules, but public trust remains shaky amid mounting scrutiny over fairness and transparency. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/db77caa8513444b5

Washington Revisits Corporate Medicine Law

Washington lawmakers are reviving efforts to curb corporate control over medicine, inspired by Oregon’s strict new law that blocks non-clinicians from owning medical practices—even if a doctor is listed as owner. After two failed attempts, the push gains momentum following a high-profile Oregon court case where PeaceHealth backed down from outsourcing ER staffing after local providers sued. The Oregon win has reignited debate in Washington, where lawmakers seek to balance patient care with financial realities, while hospital groups warn of unintended disruptions. The challenge? Crafting a law that protects patients without crippling healthcare operations. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/69101714f93c96d5

Coal Plant on Standby Pays the Price

A decades-old coal plant in the Pacific Northwest, idle since December, is being forced to stay on standby thanks to a Trump-era order — sparking a heated debate over who pays for it. TransAlta, the owner, demands tens of millions in reimbursements, arguing it’s following orders while eyeing a future switch to natural gas. Utilities and residents balk, calling it a waste amid soaring energy costs. Environmental groups and Washington state are challenging the order in court, claiming no emergency exists and it’s a bailout for coal. FERC is now weighing the request, with utilities, grid operators, and even the state attorney general in the mix — and the decision could reshape how standby energy mandates are handled nationwide. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/02856cd45b9f90bc