COVID-19 deaths in Washington could be higher than reported
Could Washington's COVID-19 deaths actually be higher than the current total reflects? New data from early on in the pandemic suggests that's possible.5 years ago
Lynnwood first responders to the rescue as COVID forces ‘Make a Wish’ delay
With COVID-19 delaying a young boy's 'Make a Wish' dreams, Lynnwood first responders rallied to give him the next best thing.5 years ago
Convention Center expansion in jeopardy as pandemic decimates tourism
The Washington State Convention Center expansion project is at risk because of the blow to the local travel and tourism industry during the pandemic.5 years ago
Council president blocks Kshama Sawant’s big business tax
Seattle's proposed tax on big business is blocked, at least for now, and the coronavirus pandemic is getting the blame.5 years ago
Washington unemployment filings dip, but still at record levels
Weekly unemployment filings in Washington decreased between April 26 and May 2, but still "remain at record levels," according to state officials.5 years ago
New IHME model nearly doubles projected COVID-19 deaths for the US
An updated projection out of the University of Washington鈥檚 Institute for Health Metrics anticipates 135,000 U.S. coronavirus deaths by August 4.5 years ago
Snohomish County sheriff who blasted stay-at-home order faces recall fight
Snohomish County Sheriff Adam Fortney is facing a recall effort, after publicly blasting Gov. Jay Inslee's coronavirus stay-at-home-order.5 years ago
Lt. Governor Cyrus Habib launches Washington Mask Challenge
Lieutenant Governor Cyrus Habib launched the Washington Mask Challenge to encourage Washingtonians to make, wear, and donate homemade cloth face masks.5 years ago
Much needed COVID-19 test supplies on the way to Washington state
The Trump Administration invoked the Defense Production Act to help ensure adequate COVID-19 test supplies are available to all states.5 years ago
Huge surge in Washington unemployment claims following expanded benefits
A tsunami of unemployment claims hit last week, coinciding with the availability of expanded and extended benefits under the federal CARES Act.5 years ago
UW model says Washington could start opening May 18, but don鈥檛 mark the calendar yet
The latest model from the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation has a possible date that states can start safely easing restrictions.5 years ago
With ‘unsatisfactory’ help from White House, Inslee looks elsewhere for COVID-19 tests
Citing an "unsatisfactory" level of help from the federal government, Gov. Jay Inslee is looking elsewhere for help bringing in crucial coronavirus test kits.5 years ago
Washington AG’s new website shines in massive rape kit backlog effort
With help from the Washington Legislature, there鈥檚 been significant progress clearly the state's sizable 10,000 rape kit backlog.5 years ago
‘I don’t know if we’re coming back to school this year,’ says WA Superintendent
With all of Washington ordered to stay home for the foreseeable future, state School Superintendent Chris Reykdal remains unsure when classes will resume.5 years ago
Everett arena transformed into quarantine site
Usually full of hockey fans and concert goers, Everett鈥檚 Angel of the Winds Arena is now being used as a coronavirus quarantine and isolation facility.5 years ago
Battle over $30 car tabs heads to Washington State Supreme Court
The latest chapter in the ongoing I-976 saga puts the future of $30 car tabs squarely in the hands of the Washington State Supreme Court.5 years ago
Ride the Ducks Seattle shuts its doors for good
It鈥檚 been a staple of Seattle tourist attractions for more than 20 years. But, now Ride the Ducks Seattle has shut down operations for good.5 years ago
Trump’s top economic adviser warns people to avoid travel to Seattle
In an interview on CNBC Friday, the president鈥檚 chief economic adviser ended up warning against travel to Seattle. Governor Jay Inslee fired back and said he'd have no problem if a relative came to visit.5 years ago
Lawsuit over ST3, car tabs gets new life despite high court defeat
Just when you thought one of the legal challenges over high car tabs might have been put to rest 鈥� it鈥檚 back, despite the state Supreme Court already ruling on it last month.5 years ago
Researchers say coronavirus likely spread silently in Washington for weeks
Researchers at the Seattle Flu Study now believe coronavirus may have been spreading in Washington state for weeks undetected.5 years ago
Bill requiring consent for pelvic exams in Washington gets bipartisan support
A call to require consent for pelvic exams on unconscious women found its way to Olympia, with support on both sides of the aisle.5 years ago
Sawant sends message to Olympia ahead of hearing on big business tax
Kshama Sawant continued to push lawmakers to oppose any future ban on big business taxes, ahead of a key Thursday hearing.5 years ago
