
Investigations
Small businesses continue legal battle over denied pandemic aid
Corporations have used the courts to secure millions in federal loan forgiveness, but some entrepreneurs with fewer resources have yet to see a dime.
Corporations have used the courts to secure millions in federal loan forgiveness, but some entrepreneurs with fewer resources have yet to see a dime.
Citing funding issues, inadequate facilities and lack of internal support, Esteban Rodriguez stepped down this week after three years heading the shelter.
The county paid $225K to settle sexual harassment complaints about a former Public Works director, whose behavior, employees said, was an “open secret.”
Engine room workers sought wages equal to above-deck crew, but the union argues WA law unevenly hampers negotiating.
The suit is part of a set of complaints against the worker-protection agency alleging the contractors are collectively owed more than $380K.