King County council member proposes freeze on rent, mortgage payments
To provide relief during the pandemic, two King County councilmembers are asking state and federal governments for a freeze on rent and mortgage payments.5 years ago
Expert: US coronavirus testing ‘nowhere near what it needs to be’
As health experts continue to push for an expansive testing system as a necessity to safely reopening the U.S., the country lags behind other nations' efforts.5 years ago
Letters from listeners reaching local nursing homes hit by coronavirus
The Columbia Nursing Home is one of the local facilities receiving uplifting letters from Gee & Ursula Show listeners during this pandemic.5 years ago
Cancer treatments in Seattle carry on during coronavirus pandemic
The Seattle Cancer Care Alliance is facing the same challenges seen across the health care system during this pandemic, plus the diagnoses of cancer.5 years ago
Looking out for signs of overusing drugs and alcohol for stress
David Anderson of Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation clinic in Bellevue discusses how people turn to alcohol and drugs during stressful times.5 years ago
Expert: ‘We can’t relax our vigilance,’ despite Washington’s flattening curve
Health experts continue to stress that there's still a long way to go before social distancing can be relaxed, even as cases level out in Washington.5 years ago
Coping with added stress during the coronavirus outbreak
Dr. Jurgen Unutzer, a psychiatrist and professor at the UW, discusses how stress and anxiety might show and gives advice on what we can do to cope.5 years ago
Expert: Social distancing won’t work until whole country shuts down
Until a nationwide social distancing measures are coordinated across every state, it may be hard to fully mitigate the country's coronavirus outbreak.5 years ago
UW pandemic expert: Should we all be wearing masks during coronavirus?
UW Pandemic Expert Dr. Rabinowitz answers whether you should wear masks to protect yourself during the coronavirus outbreak.5 years ago
11-year-old Natalie is spreading kindness with chalk in Snohomish County
During this time when anxiety levels are high, positive thoughts and a little bit of kindness through chalk messages can go a long way.5 years ago
King County’s ‘excellent’ response in early fight against coronavirus
Starting as the epicenter of the U.S. coronavirus outbreak, King County has had some marked advantages in being forced to respond so early.5 years ago
What will crime look like in the age of coronavirus?
Pierce County Sheriff Paul Pastor discusses crime in the era of coronavirus, and says the force is stretched thin.5 years ago
Cliff Avril Family Foundation donating to students, community during outbreak
Former Seattle Seahawks defensive end Cliff Avril and the Cliff Avril Family Foundation are donating over $50,000 to four community-based organizations.5 years ago
King County Sheriff’s deputy tests positive for coronavirus
A King County Sheriff's deputy has tested positive for coronavirus, according to Sheriff Mitzi Johanknecht. This is the first confirmed case in the department.5 years ago
Governors, mayors have strong powers to enforce stay-at-home measures
Professor Hugh Spitzer at UW Law explains that local governments can use "police power" to enforce social distancing and stay-at-home orders.5 years ago
UW Dr. Rabinowitz: ‘We’re headed for the worst part of the epidemic’
Dr. Peter Rabinowitz, director of the UW MetaCenter for Pandemic Preparedness, expects a long road ahead for the coronavirus response.5 years ago
Doug Baldwin pitches in to help first responders, seniors during outbreak
Former Seahawks star Doug Baldwin has been active in the community since he retired, and is now looking to provide aid during the state's outbreak.5 years ago
Expert: We have a ‘civic responsibility’ to stay home, help slow spread
Eric Holdeman, former director of King County's Office of Emergency Management, said it is everyone's civic duty to stay home and practice social distancing.5 years ago
King County looks for property tax relief during coronavirus crisis
Washington has issued a moratorium on evictions for the next 30 days for those who have been impacted by coronavirus, but what about property tax relief?5 years ago
Pierce County Sheriff’s Office: Criminals ‘not getting a pass’ during coronavirus outbreak
Law enforcement is't immune to concerns over coronavirus, with the Pierce County Sheriff's Office altering how it prioritizes the booking of crimes.5 years ago
Safeway and Albertsons announce seniors-only shopping hours
Safeway Albertsons plans to offer shopping hours for high-risk customers, and to hire 2,000+ people in need of a job during the coronavirus response.5 years ago
How to manage your anxiety and mental health during coronavirus
Dr. Jeannie Whitman says knowing what you can control is important in taking care of your mental health and managing anxiety during coronavirus.5 years ago
Washington grocery stores take steps to restock dwindling supplies
Safeway and Albertsons locations in Washington will spend nights restocking shelves that have run dry in the wake of the state's coronavirus outbreak.5 years ago
