Spokane releases homeless count, judge arrested for sexual misconduct, and other headlines

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IN OTHER NEWS...

Wrong side of the law
A judge in southeastern Washington was arrested for sexual misconduct, according to the Washington State Patrol. (KLEW)

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Homeless facts
The city's annual count of homeless people in Spokane has found a slight increase in homelessness compared to last year, but there were fewer homeless veterans and families. (Spokesman-Review)

Listening to the people
Following concerns from local citizens with how Union Gospel Mission treats LGBT people, Spokane City Council delayed a land deal with UGM. (Spokesman-Review)

Secret's out
Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, has been charged in a conspiracy to hack a government computer. (New York Times)