UW doctor: When to use a PCR versus rapid antigen test for COVID-19
Dr. Geoff Baird with UW Medicine has a simple formula for weighing the two main COVID test types: PCR (polymerase chain reaction) and rapid antigen.5 years ago
Last of Seattle Public Library branch closures from pandemic comes to an end
Seattle has reopened its NewHolly library branch, meaning that for the first time since the start of the pandemic, all 27 of the city's branches are now up and running.5 years ago
New rules for visitors to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle
Starting Tuesday, visitors to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle must show proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or proof of a negative test within three days of visiting.5 years ago
King County Metro cancels another 80 early-morning trips on Friday
King County Metro has canceled another 80 early-morning trips on Friday, after canceling 26 trips on Thursday.5 years ago
Gov. Inslee hopes state lawmakers will ‘be more attentive’ to ferry system’s needs
With the state's ferry system set to operate on reduced schedules, Gov. Inslee says more dollars are needed to fix staffing and mechanical problems.5 years ago
‘More aggressive, little more ugliness’ in first televised Seattle mayoral debate
The Seattle City Club and Washington State Debate Coalition hosted the first of two mayoral debates between candidates Bruce Harrell and Lorena Gonzalez on Thursday night.5 years ago
Estimated 5% of Seattle Fire Department personnel haven’t submitted proof of vaccination
The latest data indicates that roughly 5% of uniformed Seattle Fire Department personnel have not yet submitted proof of vaccination.5 years ago
King County Metro cancels 26 early morning bus trips
At least 26 King County Metro early morning bus trips have been canceled on Thursday, with no word yet on why.5 years ago
City of Seattle agrees to pay $515,000 settlement over man killed by police in 2018
The City of Seattle has agreed to pay out a $515,000 settlement over the 2018 fatal police shooting of 36-year-old Iosia Faletogo.5 years ago
Washington State Ferries to operate reduced schedules due to staff shortages
Starting Saturday, Oct. 16, Washington State Ferries will temporarily operate reduced schedules on most routes due to staffing shortages.5 years ago
Fire at Tacoma mosque being investigated as arson
The Pierce County Sheriff's Office believes that a Monday fire set at a Tacoma mosque may have been the work of an arsonist.5 years ago
King County Councilmember Kathy Lambert removed from leadership roles
After an offensive campaign mailer, King County Councilmember Kathy Lambert is being removed from council leadership positions.5 years ago
Boeing to require all US employees to be vaccinated against COVID
Boeing has announced Dec. 8 as the deadline for its U.S. employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or get an approved exemption.5 years ago
Seattle police officers pull man from burning car after crash
Seattle police pulled a man from a burning car Monday after the driver eluded officers and crashed into a tree in the Madison Valley neighborhood.5 years ago
Committee investigating Jan. 6 pushes for details from White House aides
Washington Post's David Fahrenthold discusses the investigation into Jan. 6, with subpoenas now sent to some of former President Trump's closest aides.5 years ago
Seattle election preview: Mayoral, city attorney candidates make their case
With Election Day just around the corner, we spoke to the Seattle mayoral and city attorney candidates for insight into each of their respective campaigns.5 years ago
Seattle Public Libraries reports $434K in damage, cites increase in loitering, vandalism
Seattle Public Libraries is reporting $434,000 in damage over the last 18 months, citing an increase in loitering and vandalism.5 years ago
Aurora borealis streaks through night sky across Washington state
The aurora borealis made a brief appearance in night skies across Washington on Monday night, thanks to a well-timed solar storm.5 years ago
Seattle Monorail reopens, prepares for fans from Climate Pledge Arena
After being closed for construction since Sept. 7, the Seattle Center Monorail is open again and ready for event attendees at Climate Pledge Arena.5 years ago
Amazon relaxes return to office policy, allows flexibility by department
Amazon has announced that its corporate employees’ return to its offices will be left to the discretion of its directors on a team by team basis.5 years ago
Mercer Island MD: New accessible COVID treatment is ‘necessary step’
A new COVID-19 treatment is on the horizon. Merck’s new COVID treatment — available in pill form — has been submitted to the FDA.5 years ago
Health officer says King County’s COVID vaccination policy is ‘based on risk’
King County Public Health Officer Dr. Jeff Duchin explains the reasoning behind the county's upcoming COVID-19 vaccination policy.5 years ago
It just got easier to use the cell phone parking lot at Sea-Tac Airport
A new overpass access ramp and south entrance have been added to Sea-Tac Airport's cell phone parking lot.5 years ago
