AI & Cloud Investment: Seattle-based Amazon says it’s boosting this year’s tech capital spending on AI and other gear by 10% to a projected $220B after strong Q2 results, with AWS cloud sales up 37% and CEO Andy Jassy warning capacity won’t meet all demand this year. Aerospace Labor: Boeing has sent a contract offer to SPEEA, covering about 17,000 engineers and technical workers; the union’s negotiating team endorsed it and members will review next week as the current contract runs to Oct. 6. Washington Courts & Safety: Washington Supreme Court rules WSU must protect students from foreseeable fraternity hazing harm after the death of a student in a 2019 Alpha Tau Omega event; a jury trial is next. Public Transit Funding: Spokane Transit’s sales tax proposal is drawing fresh public challenges as the agency seeks to continue funding. Washington Tech Ecosystem: A new WTIA “Washington Tech Universe” map charts how the state’s tech companies connect back to major anchors like Microsoft, UW, and Amazon. Consumer Tech Backlash: A growing consumer pushback against AI is hitting subscription services, with users citing concerns about job loss and quality. Food & Agriculture Rules: Farmers markets are booming, but shoppers still don’t know which “etiquette” is actually enforceable law. Maritime & Logistics: Coverage highlights how global shipping is facing rising turbulence from geopolitics, climate volatility, and cyber threats.