Overlake doctor: Do not delay medical care for fear of COVID-19
Dr. Shipley at Overlake Medical Center is concerned that fewer emergency cases than normal during the pandemic could mean people are avoiding medical care.5 years ago
Pandemic forces possible ‘permanent consumer shift’ to grocery delivery
As people nationwide are under stay-at-home orders during the coronavirus pandemic, grocery delivery services are soaring in popularity.5 years ago
Former AG Rob McKenna recaps this week’s SCOTUS decisions
Former Attorney General Rob McKenna joined Seattle鈥檚 Morning News to provide a quick SCOTUS update on rulings made this week.5 years ago
Mayor Durkan: ‘We are not out of the woods’ despite recent progress in quelling outbreak
AARP Washington held a tele-town hall with Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan and public health officials in King County on the latest information about COVID-19.5 years ago
Seattle Storm GM: WNBA season delay a ‘necessary move’ for league
Sports around the world have been put on pause, and Seattle Storm GM Alisha Valavanis says it's hard on everyone with no timeline for a return.5 years ago
The Plate Fund to provide cash payments for Seattle restaurant workers
A group of restaurants, foundations, and individuals across Seattle launched The Plate Fund to help King County restaurant workers impacted by coronavirus.5 years ago
King County reducing shelter concentrations, moving people to hotels
Nearly 400 people will be moved from an existing homeless shelter to one of three temporary shelters at a King County hotel in the next week.5 years ago
Taking care of mental health, preventing suicides critical during pandemic
Jennifer Stuber, the director of Forefront Suicide Prevention, said the conditions of this pandemic could be a "perfect storm" for an increase in suicides.5 years ago
WA Rep. Kilmer on what might be coming in next coronavirus aid package
The CARES Act was signed last week, but there is already buzz about a second relief package and additional help to stop the spread of coronavirus.聽5 years ago
‘Friendliest bus driver in Seattle’ details concerns as transit grapples with safety
Nathan Voss, perhaps better known as Seattle's friendliest bus driver, shares what it's like to drive a bus during the coronavirus pandemic.5 years ago
Counties extend property tax due date to June
First-half property tax payments have been delayed until June 1, 2020, in Pierce, King, Snohomish and Thurston counties due to the coronavirus outbreak.5 years ago
Gov. Inslee warns ‘Stay Home, Stay Healthy’ order may need to be extended
The Stay Home, Stay Healthy two-week order is a "pause" that will allow the state to examine the progress being made and then determine next steps.聽5 years ago
Former AG McKenna: Federal emergency powers in ‘uncharted territory’
The federal government has considerable emergency powers, but a great deal of responsibility to protect public health and safety falls to state governments.5 years ago
OSPI says ‘education must continue’ during coronavirus school closures
The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction released new guidance for schools statewide, declaring that education must continue during the closures.5 years ago
Deterioration forcing West Seattle Bridge to close until further notice
The high-rise West Seattle Bridge will be closed starting at 7 p.m. Monday, March 23, until further notice due to deterioration.5 years ago
Boeing to suspend production operations in response to coronavirus
Boeing announced a two-week suspension of production operations in Puget Sound area facilities Monday in response to the coronavirus outbreak.5 years ago
A look inside the ‘frantic’ UW Virology Lab as coronavirus testing ramps up
The lack of available coronavirus testing has been a problem nationwide, but scientists at the UW Virology Lab reached 3,000 tests in the last 24 hours.5 years ago
Durkan, Constantine ‘de-intensifying’ homeless shelters to slow spread
Local leaders are working to create more space in shelters to lower the risk of infection, and increase hygiene opportunities for homeless individuals.5 years ago
Experts explain why social distancing is crucial for curbing coronavirus spread
Dr. Jeff Duchin said social distancing and interaction restrictions are essential to help slow the spread of coronavirus based on research from Fred Hutch.5 years ago
National Weather Service: ‘Increasing confidence’ of weekend storm
A weekend storm could bring rain, strong winds, mountain snow, and cold temperatures to the region starting Friday, with a chance for lowland snow.5 years ago
More than half of Washington coronavirus cases are ages 60 or above
In Washington state, 56 percent of the confirmed coronavirus cases are people age 60 or above, and 22 percent are those who are 80 or older.5 years ago
Sen. O’Ban proposes bill to protect voter privacy in presidential primary
The 2020 presidential primary in Washington state requires voters to declare a party affiliation on the outside of the mailing envelope.5 years ago
Gates Foundation developing at-home coronavirus testing kits
The Gates Foundation could drastically boost testing capacity for coronavirus in the region with a developing project that would offer at-home testing kits.5 years ago
