Laura Scott
Vaccine waitlists, reopening schools, and the final ‘COVID-19: Seattle’ podcast episode
KIRO Radio's Dave Ross and reporter Aaron Granillo join up for the last time, after nearly a year of this reporting project.2 years ago
A year ago today: Treating the first coronavirus patient in the US
Exactly a year later, Dr. George Diaz joins the "COVID-19: Seattle" podcast to reflect on those earliest days of the pandemic, and make predictions for the year ahead.2 years ago
Should Washington teachers be allowed to cut the vaccine line?
KIRO Radio's Dave Ross and reporter Aaron Granillo discuss the vaccine rollout in Washington state, and whether teachers should be able to cut the line.2 years ago
Head of UW Virology Lab answers your vaccine questions
KIRO Radio's Dave Ross speaks with Dr. Keith Jerome, head of the UW's Virology Lab, to answer common questions about the COVID vaccine.2 years ago
A look back at the earliest days of the pandemic
Reporter Aaron Granillo is joined by KIRO Radio's Mike Lewis as they listen back to the earliest episodes of the COVID-19: Seattle podcast.2 years ago
Are we ready to end remote learning in Washington state?
Join KIRO Radio's Dave Ross and Aaron Granillo as they cover what a return to in-person learning means for children, teachers, and staff in Washington.2 years ago
How close is a COVID vaccine for Washington state?
KIRO Radio's Dave Ross and reporter Aaron Granillo discuss the agonizing process of being so close to a vaccine as daily case numbers reach a new peak.2 years ago
A post-Thanksgiving coronavirus check-in
Reporter Aaron Granillo is joined this week by Mike Lewis, host of KIRO Nights and a familiar voice on the show.2 years ago
Gov. Inslee on how Washington is handling the pandemic’s third wave
KIRO Radio's Dave Ross talks with Governor Jay Inslee about Washington's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.2 years ago
Despite hopeful vaccine news, Thanksgiving warnings remain dire
KIRO Radio's Dave Ross and Aaron Granillo cover the encouraging early results of the Pfizer vaccine trial, and why you shouldn't make holiday plans2 years ago
How will the election affect the pandemic’s third wave?
The United States is hitting a third wave of coronavirus cases while we also reconsider our nation's leadership in the presidential election.2 years ago
There’s a new virus surge in Washington — is another lockdown ahead?
KIRO Radio's Dave Ross and reporter Aaron Granillo discuss the fall wave of new coronavirus cases that's sweeping the country.2 years ago
What to expect from coronavirus as Washington heads into winter
Coronavirus cases are rising in King, Pierce and Snohomish Counties. But some restrictions are loosening, as movie theaters reopen on Friday.2 years ago
How the gubernatorial and vice presidential debates handled COVID
KIRO Radio's Dave Ross and reporter Aaron Granillo give a 10-minute recap of Wednesday night's two debates.2 years ago
How should Biden’s campaign respond to President Trump’s coronavirus diagnosis?
KIRO Radio's Dave Ross and reporter Aaron Granillo react to the breaking news that President Trump has tested positive for the coronavirus.2 years ago
Trump vs Biden: Who should voters trust to handle the pandemic?
KIRO Radio's Dave Ross and reporter Aaron Granillo discuss this week's coronavirus news.2 years ago
Putting 200,000 US coronavirus deaths in context
KIRO Radio's Dave Ross and reporter Aaron Granillo discuss a sobering milestone the U.S. passed this week: 200,000 deaths from COVID-19.2 years ago
When will a COVID vaccine really be available?
As skepticism about a COVID vaccine rises nationwide, KIRO Radio's Dave Ross calls UW's Dr. Keith Jerome to ask him the question on everyone's mind.2 years ago
Trump knew about severity of virus in February, so why didn’t he act?
KIRO Radio's Dave Ross and Aaron Granillo play tape of the president admitting to the severity of the virus as early as February.2 years ago
Pullman police switch from education approach to issuing fines as outbreak grows
The Pullman Police switched from an education-first approach to issuing fines for large parties held near WSU that are believed to be spreading COVID-19.2 years ago
CDC telling states to prepare for vaccine by Nov. 1 raises eyebrows
The CDC instructed states to prepare to distribute a vaccine to health care workers and other high-risk groups by November 1.2 years ago
Are only 6% of reported deaths actually from COVID? No, and we’ll explain
KIRO Radio's Dave Ross and Aaron Granillo walk through a widely misinterpreted report from the CDC that only 6% of reported deaths are from COVID-19.2 years ago
The pros and cons of herd immunity
KIRO Radio's Dave Ross and reporter Aaron Granillo discuss a rumored White House strategy to combat the virus: waiting for herd immunity to kick in.2 years ago
