UW Medicine director: Flu strain ‘could be going extinct’ thanks to pandemic precautions
Could the precautions taken around the world against COVID have caused one common flu strain to go extinct? A UW doctor discusses the possibility.4 years ago
Hospital staffing losses from state vaccine mandate ‘much lower than what we feared’
Washington hospitals have not had notable staffing losses or cuts to services after the vaccine mandate -- but doctors are still worried about another wave.4 years ago
Tacoma homeowner says tenant has taken over her property
A Tacoma homeowner found herself in a nightmare situation when a tenant began trashing her property to the point that it was named a nuisance.4 years ago
King County sending out millions in rental assistance, but may not have enough
King County says that after a "slow start," millions of dollars in rental assistance have gone out to families in need since the summer.4 years ago
Washington health leaders say not enough people getting vaccine as cases plateau
While hundreds of thousands more people will soon be able to get the vaccine in Washington, it is still not enough to get the state to herd immunity.4 years ago
Washington state GOP worried about state’s future as Kim Wyman leaves for Biden administration
As Secretary of State Kim Wyman announces she has taken a job with the Biden administration, the chair of the Republican Party is concerned.4 years ago
Rural Eastern Washington hospitals say no big losses in staffing post-vaccine mandate
Some of the rural Eastern Washington hospitals that were expected to have big losses after the vaccine mandate say things are going well.4 years ago
People quitting over vax mandate may qualify for unemployment benefits
Do people quitting their jobs over the vaccine mandate qualify for unemployment benefits? That all depends on a certain set of circumstances.4 years ago
Why you may still see some plastic bags after statewide ban
If you are still handed plastic bags at your local supermarket or the gift shop downtown, it doesn't necessarily mean the store owners are flouting the law.4 years ago
More staff in hospitals reporting vaccination, but some losses still likely
Reports of vaccination are growing among staff of the state's hospitals, but there will likely still be cuts to services caused by staffing shortages.4 years ago
Point Roberts grocery store owner ‘hopeful’ with border reopening
After 19 months without Canadian visitors, Point Roberts businesses are excited to welcome back the tourists on whom they rely.4 years ago
Hospitals projected to lose 2-5% of staff after vaccine mandate takes effect
As the vaccine mandate deadline looms, hospitals across the state are predicting staff losses of 2-5% -- though some areas could be worse.4 years ago
Vancouver woman warns public to be careful choosing long-term care insurance
As many Washington residents rush to sign up for private long-term care insurance plans, one woman is warning you to be careful what you sign.4 years ago
Washington hospitals ‘optimistic’ ahead of deadline for health care worker vaccine mandate
Hospitals across the state are seeing an increase in health worker vaccination rates as the governor's mandate draws closer.4 years ago
No positive reports of invasive species for summer tree-check effort
This year's annual Tree Check Month yielded promising results for the state's continued efforts at eradicating invasive species.4 years ago
As situation in Point Roberts grows ‘dire,’ Gov. Inslee pushes for Biden to open border
As Point Roberts businesses hit 18 months with the majority of their customers locked out, Gov. Inslee calls on the federal government to reopen the border.4 years ago
Washington hospitals lacking in monoclonal antibody treatment
Hospitals throughout Washington are desperately in need of more monoclonal antibody treatment -- but at the moment, it's in short supply.4 years ago
End of summer doesn’t mean wildfire season is behind us
The State Fire Marshal's Office is reminding Washingtonians to still exercise precautions, as wildfire season will not be over for a few more weeks.4 years ago
Idaho crisis impacts Washington hospitals’ ability to care for patients
As Idaho goes into crisis standards of care, Washington hospitals are feeling the burden. Transfers are putting further strain on the fragile system.4 years ago
WSDA runs into challenges with third Asian giant hornet nest
The Washington State Department of Agriculture is currently in the middle of eradicating its third Asian giant hornet nest for the year.4 years ago
How would crisis standards of care be enacted in Washington 鈥� and at what point?
At what point would Washington enact crisis standards of care -- and how would the designation happen? Health leaders explain the process.4 years ago
Boaters asked to give space, slow down to help pregnant orcas in J-Pod
There's happy news for the Southern Residents as three orcas in J-Pod are pregnant.聽Boaters are reminded to go slow and leave extra space for the whales.4 years ago
Federal investigation suspects tampering caused Custer derailment
The Federal Railroad Administration has released a report on the Custer derailment, identifying four potential causes of the crash.4 years ago
