Washington golfers enjoy their first day back on the course
Thousands of golfers hit their first shots in over a month at courses around Washington Tuesday, the first day since the sport has been allowed to return.7 years ago
WA disproving claim that vote-by-mail systems encourage fraud
There is a nationwide push to make all elections vote-by-mail like we have here in Washington, in the face of claims that such a system encourages fraud.7 years ago
Seattle takes another hit with Carnival canceling rest of cruise season through city
Seattle's tourism industry got some more bad news this week, after Carnival Cruise Line canceled the rest of its season through Seattle.7 years ago
How are you coping with shutdown? UW study wants to know
The University of Washington is tracking the mental health of 500 people in King County to see how they're coping with the ongoing shutdown.7 years ago
Golf reopens in Washington: Time to behave and ‘grip it and rip it’
Good luck finding a tee time on the golf course this week. Golfers filled up the schedules right after the governor announced that play could begin, with restrictions, on Tuesday.7 years ago
How Washington has managed to avoid food shortages during crisis
Should we be concerned about potential food shortages? Despite processing issues, Washington shoppers may actually avoid empty shelves.7 years ago
Everett’s Paine Field begins screening traveler temperatures
As airports begin instituting new virus safety protocols, Everett's Paine Field is now screening the temperature of all travelers to see if anyone has a fever.7 years ago
Sip local to keep Washington wineries alive
While some small wineries might not survive this economic downturn, the prognosis might not be as dire for Washington wineries.7 years ago
Boeing reports $641 million in Q1 losses, cutting 10% of workforce
As expected, Boeing reported dismal first quarter earnings Wednesday, alongside sweeping cuts to both production and jobs.7 years ago
I drove to Tacoma for COVID-19 antibody testing
Quest Diagnostics is providing antibody testing at its 2,200 clinics nationwide, and as of this week you don't need a doctor's referral. So KIRO Radio's Chris Sullivan drove to Tacoma to check it out.7 years ago
What will Boeing job cuts look like in days ahead?
Boeing CEO David Calhoun told shareholders Monday that it will likely be two or three years before the industry sees a return to 2019 flying levels.7 years ago
‘Cuts are going to be hard’ as King County stares down $20 million budget shortfall
King County is blowing through cash in its coronavirus response, and it could end up facing a giant budget shortfall as a result.7 years ago
WA could lose half its breweries if stay-at-home order lingers through summer
Breweries are struggling to keep the lights on. For those that do not can or bottle their beers, survival will be very difficult the longer their tap rooms stay closed because of the governor's order.7 years ago
Coronavirus cases double on Everett-based USS Kidd
The United States Navy is reporting its second coronavirus outbreak aboard one of its ships, this time on the Everett-based destroyer USS Kidd.7 years ago
Turbulence on the horizon for Boeing, with company facing possible cuts
Boeing has some busy days ahead of it -- earnings are out this week, and the company bailed on a major acquisition over the weekend.7 years ago
King County Exec. Constantine asks for another $57 million in COVID-19 response funds
King County Executive Dow Constantine is pushing another emergency funding package to help the region deal with its ongoing health crisis.7 years ago
Washington sees rise in speeding on empty freeways
State Trooper Rick Johnson said speeding has gone up with less cars on the roads, but he reminds drivers that coronavirus hasn't changed the speed limits.7 years ago
Why King County Metro buses are driving past some passengers at stops
If you're still riding King County Metro buses, you should expect to be passed by at your stop from time to time thanks to new limits on passengers.7 years ago
Will commuters return to buses and trains when Washington gets back to normal?
With demand for mass transit having plummeted during the coronavirus stay at home orders, what will life on buses and trains look like when we return to normal?7 years ago
Pedestrians getting extra time at Seattle traffic signals during shutdown
If you have been driving around Seattle, you might have noticed some changes to timing at traffic signals with fewer cars on the roads.7 years ago
Seattle businesses rally against Sawant Amazon tax
Seattle City Council may be meeting virtually today, but it can expect a bunch of virtual public comments, as thousands line up to oppose a big business tax.7 years ago
WA potato farmers on the brink with a billion pounds of unused spuds
Washington growers have a billion pounds of potatoes sitting around that they can't get rid of because restaurants don't need them.7 years ago
Washington ferry ridership craters amid coronavirus crisis
Ferry demand has cratered over the last two months, with ridership numbers down at levels not seen in the region since the 1950s.7 years ago
