Immigrant Stories & Design: Urban design architect Alex Krieger’s new memoir ties his career to the immigrant experience, pushing back on today’s demonization of newcomers. Health Research (Women’s Care): WSU researchers in Pullman report early progress on a targeted endometriosis treatment in mice, aiming to reduce symptoms with a disease-focused drug delivery approach. Local Books & Identity: Lynden author Karen Rissling’s debut YA psychological thriller “Lockdown Lights Off” explores bullying, grief, and identity inside a school lockdown. Public Safety & Community: Lynden firefighter Caleb Monroe shares why working close to home keeps him in the service. Courts & Care: A Washington family sues Salem Health and an ER doctor over allegations that staff handed them a prescription note to take their dead baby home instead of following standard procedures. Schools & Screen Time: Seattle Public Schools will stop daily iPad use for K-2 and cap screen time at 30 minutes per day starting January. Food Safety: Walmart recalls frozen pasta nationwide over possible listeria contamination; no illnesses reported yet. Addiction Medicine Readiness: Clinicians are urged to prepare for rising “rhino tranq” (medetomidine) withdrawal cases as exposure grows. Culture & Heritage: A Salish woolly dog pelt returns to its home territories in B.C., marking an emotional moment for Coast Salish communities. Arts & Entertainment: Spokane fiction writer Leyna Krow wins a Washington State Book Award; Fantastic Fest also highlights genre films with major wins.