Traffic & Infrastructure: A semi-truck crash early Thursday blocked the northbound I-405 off-ramp to eastbound I-90 in Bellevue after construction debris spilled; no injuries were reported, and officials haven’t said when the ramp will reopen. Housing & Consumer Protection: Washington’s AG reached a $1.6M settlement with Hayden Homes over “charitable covenants” tied to First Story, with payments meant to reimburse homeowners; the company disputes the characterization. Local Economy & Jobs: Milliman named Jim Fulton next CEO, signaling the Seattle-based firm’s push deeper into risk management and technology services. Energy & Cleanup: The U.S. DOE awarded $4B in Hanford-related contracts and moved to expand a grouting approach for additional tank waste, seeking permit changes from Ecology. Public Safety Funding: Clark County voted to pursue $4.8M in state grants to sustain electronic monitoring and bolster local law enforcement as prior support expires. Healthcare Finance: A Tri-Cities report highlights years of financial strain at hospitals tied to private equity ownership, with staffing and services under pressure. Real Estate Pressure: Evictions and foreclosures are rising in the Mid-Columbia, with hundreds of cases filed and pre-foreclosure pipelines growing. Business Expansion: A Pasco-area oil change chain is building a new Kennewick shop, adding service bays and jobs. Community Preparedness: West Seattle’s Emergency Hub drill invites residents to practice disaster response this Saturday at Morgan Junction Park.