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Are we ready to end remote learning in Washington state?

Dec 17, 2020, 12:37 PM | Updated: Oct 2, 2024, 8:59 pm

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Jackie Sato, a teacher at Yung Wing School P.S. 124 wears a mask and teaches remotely from her classroom on Sept. 24, 2020 in New York City. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty Images)

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Governor Inslee’s recently revised guidelines mean we could see many school districts across the state reopening for in-person classes before the end of January. Join KIRO Radio’s Dave Ross and reporter Aaron Granillo as they cover what this means for children, teachers, and staff in Washington.

And, the next federal relief bill has inched just a little bit closer to passing. This version includes a second stimulus check.

Finally, this was a big week for health care workers as Pfizer’s vaccine was distributed to hospitals and clinics across the United States. How concerned should we be about the allergic reactions some people have had?

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