Patients found to have lingering COVID symptoms for months after illness
New evidence from medical literature indicates that patients may suffer from COVID-19 symptoms long-term, for up to months after their illness.5 years ago
WA cyclists allowed to treat stop signs as yield signs thanks to new law
Starting Oct. 1, 2020, a new law takes effect in Washington that allows bikers to roll through a sign-controlled intersection if the coast is clear.5 years ago
Gov. Inslee announces statewide approach to safe air travel during pandemic
To keep air travel as safe as possible during the COVID-19 pandemic, Gov. Inslee announced new protocols that will be in place at airports statewide.5 years ago
Hyland couple caught in Cold Springs Fire ‘doing well’ in recovery at Harborview
Jamie and Jacob Hyland, parents of a 1-year-old boy who died as they were escaping the Cold Springs Fire in Okanogan County, remain in intensive care.5 years ago
Washington still has hurdles to clear before student-athletes return to play
The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association released a statement to clarify the "Return-to-Play Process" for middle- and high-school fall sports.5 years ago
Pier 57 closed due to proximity to collapsed pier, potential for structural failure
Pier 57 on the Seattle's Waterfront, home to the Great Wheel and Miner's Landing, was closed unexpectedly at 5 p.m. Friday.5 years ago
Dr. Duchin: It’d be ‘foolish not to protect ourselves’ from flu, COVID-19
Health officials say it's important for people to get a flu vaccination this year as flu season is expected to arrive while COVID-19 is still circulating.5 years ago
Gov: Inslee: ‘It’s normal to feel abnormal’ during pandemic, fires
Gov. Inslee and behavioral health experts recognize that this is a challenging time, and encourage Washingtonians to seek help if they need it.5 years ago
WSU veterinarians say keep your pets indoors, out of the smoke
Until the smoke clears, Washington State University veterinarians say the best thing pet owners can do is keep their pets inside.5 years ago
Gov. Inslee: Too much suffering to ‘ignore clear and present danger’ of climate change induced fires
Gov. Inslee says fires on the West Coast and in Washington are becoming more intense due to climate change, and the "science is clear."5 years ago
Some Washington counties can consider gradual return to in-person learning
As some counties, including King and Pierce, move to the moderate risk category, school districts may consider a slow return to in-person learning.5 years ago
Two arrests for starting fires in dry grass as wildfires continue statewide
As Washington is continuing to battle wildfires statewide, some people have been making it worse by starting fires in dry grass.5 years ago
AG Ferguson leads federal lawsuit to block oil drilling in Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson filed a federal lawsuit with 15 states to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge from oil and gas development.5 years ago
Seattle’s ‘Keep Moving Streets’ will remain closed to cars until October
Keep Moving Streets near popular Seattle parks -- created to give people more space to be active outside -- will stay closed to cars until at least Oct. 5.5 years ago
Spin electric scooters join White Center pilot project Monday
Spin, a San Francisco based company, is rolling out a fleet of e-scooters to join Lime in the North Highline area as part of a one-year pilot program.5 years ago
Washington arts organizations expected to exhaust funds by November
According to a survey conducted by 4Culture and partners, the operating budgets for the arts and culture sector will run out earlier than expected.5 years ago
SDOT asks for input to keep traffic moving through Uptown near arena
With arena crowds and new housing, the Seattle Department of Transportation needs to make space for more people moving through Belltown and Uptown.5 years ago
WA officials warn campers, hikers of wildfire danger on Labor Day weekend
For those camping in Washington state, public officials encourage everyone to recreate responsibly and do their part to prevent wildfires from spreading.5 years ago
Ruby Bridges makes a surprise virtual visit to Woodinville school
Northshore School District's brand-new Ruby Bridges Elementary had a surprise virtual visit from the schools namesake on their first day.5 years ago
All in WA launches Digital Equity Initiative to support remote learning
The newly launched Digital Equity Initiative will provide critical resources to close the digital divide and support remote learning for students statewide.5 years ago
COVID-19 testing in Washington gets boost from organizations, volunteers
The state Department of Health has increased the availability of COVID-19 testing thanks to the help of organizations, volunteers, and health practitioners.聽5 years ago
King County Metro adds safety features, route changes to be ‘Ready When You Are’
Mask dispensers and safety partitions are part of the "Ready When You Are" campaign to make King County Metro as safe as possible now and in the future.5 years ago
Oldest male polar bear on record humanely euthanized at Point Defiance Zoo
Boris, a polar bear believed to be the oldest male of his species, was euthanized at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium following a decline in his health.5 years ago
