Former MyNorthwest.com Editor

What are other western states doing to limit the spread of COVID-19?

As COVID-19 cases continue to surge across the country, other western states have also enacted various limits, stay home orders, and mask mandates.

6 years ago

State’s testing leader says not to use COVID test as ‘safety check’ for the holidays

The state’s leader on COVID testing asks that tests be reserved for people with symptoms or contact with someone infected, not as an OK to go out and about.

6 years ago

Cases of COVID-19 at Swedish First Hill have tripled since Halloween

In a briefing Wednesday, state health officials emphasized the importance of acting now to reverse the trend of increasing cases and hospitalizations.

6 years ago

Health officer explains reasoning behind newest Washington COVID restrictions

State Health Officer Dr. Kathy Lofy says the new COVID restrictions are intended to reduce indoor contact, which is the primary mode of transmission.

6 years ago

UW doctor shares advice for holiday travel during the COVID pandemic

The holiday season is fast approaching but the COVID-19 pandemic shows no signs of slowing, so many people are wondering if they should travel or stay home.

6 years ago

Risk of getting COVID-19 today ‘higher than it’s ever been’

King, Kitsap, Snohomish, and Pierce counties are reporting record high COVID-19 cases Friday, and all the counties expect their numbers to keep rising.

6 years ago

Seattle Mayor proposes trash cleanup plan for city streets, parks

Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan says reduced staffing and increased dumping during the pandemic is creating a trash problem, so she released a cleanup plan.

6 years ago

Nine of 10 WA Congressional Districts projected to reelect incumbents

In early election results, nine out of 10 representatives for Washington state are projected to have won reelection in their congressional districts.

6 years ago

Washington offering free flu vaccinations at Safeway, Albertsons for uninsured adults

In collaboration with Safeway and Albertsons, the state Department of Health is offering no-cost flu vaccinations for uninsured adults.

6 years ago

Two live queen Asian giant hornets found after examining nest

Two live queen Asian giant hornets were discovered Wednesday when the tree that held the first nest found in the United States was cut open.

6 years ago

Trick or Street Blocks in Seattle allow for socially distant Halloween

As Halloween approaches and the COVID-19 pandemic continues, people are coming up with creative ways to celebrate while being safe and socially distant.

6 years ago

Another southern resident orca in J-pod believed to be pregnant

Whale watchers are certain another southern resident orca is about to give birth. This new pregnancy follows the recent birth of two calves to J-pod.

6 years ago

Cornell Law School Dean returns to home state to lead Seattle University

The current dean of Cornell's Law School Eduardo M. Peñalver, who grew up in Puyallup, has been named the next president of Seattle University.

6 years ago

Flu shots could help keep hospitalizations low as COVID pandemic continues

State and local health experts are stressing the importance of getting a flu shot this year to help save lives as COVID-19 remains a threat.

6 years ago

Two Screens for Teachers purchases second monitors for remote teachers

Teachers struggling with limited-at-home technology during remote learning have a new option thanks to a nonprofit started by local tech entrepreneurs.

6 years ago

Young giraffe at Woodland Park Zoo to leave for a new home

Hasani, the young giraffe born at Woodland Park Zoo in May 2019 with abnormalities in his rear legs, will be leaving Seattle for a new home in Texas.

6 years ago

UW, Fred Hutch researchers recruiting patients for Regeneron antibody trial

UW Medicine and Fred Hutch scientists will jointly test whether Regeneron, a monoclonal drug, can prevent infection among people exposed to COVID-19.

6 years ago

Seattle Storm to celebrate fourth title with virtual championship rally

The Seattle Storm, 2020 WNBA Champions, will celebrate by raising a flag on the Space Needle on Friday morning, followed by a virtual championship rally.

6 years ago

Gov. Inslee: Outbreak at the UW ‘too deadly to ignore’

The outbreak on the University of Washington's Greek Row continues to grow as 218 fraternity and sorority members have tested positive for COVID-19.

6 years ago

Monroe police found missing 8-week-old kangaroo

The Monroe Police Department had been searching for a kangaroo that was transported from the Arlington Kangaroo Wildlife Park on Tuesday. The kangaroo has been found, according to Monroe PD.