Washington News: 4/27/05

High gas prices really sting low-wage workers
North Bay may be in for land-use makeover
An elementary plea: 'Save Montlake!'
Concerns over the safety of shellfish beds
Large tax increase for Hospital District No. 1 passing
Spokane extends domestic partner benefits
Conservation group to buy climbing area
Pet license amnesty, spay special announced
Socialist candidate can keep donors' names private
Parties will sue over primary
Scope of King County ballot blunders remains mystery