Gov. Inslee encourages continued evacuation efforts of Afghan refugees
Gov. Inslee sent a letter to President Biden affirming Washington's support for the people of Afghanistan, and encouraging continued evacuation efforts.5 years ago
Seattle mayor announces $7.5 million in funds for neighborhood recovery
Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan announced $7.5 million in investments Thursday that will directly support neighborhood economic recovery.5 years ago
State vacuums over 100 Asian giant hornets out of nest in Whatcom County
A week after identifying the first Asian giant hornet nest of 2021, WSDA teams now report that they've successfully eradicated it.5 years ago
Eatonville High School halts use of contact-tracing ankle monitors for student-athletes
Eatonville High School has decided to pause a program that had student-athletes wearing contact-tracing ankle monitors to track their proximity.5 years ago
Washington Sen. Patty Murray: Voting rights bill ‘should be wakeup call’ on changing filibuster
State leaders are voicing support for a voting rights bill recently passed in the U.S. House, which would enact sweeping changes to elections nationwide.5 years ago
Seattle parents push for schools to move student lunches outdoors
Seattle parents are circulating a petition urging school officials to move student lunches outdoors to reduce the spread of COVID-19.5 years ago
Positive at-home COVID test results can be reported through state hotline
Due to a partnership with Washington 211, it is now possible to report a positive test result from an at-home test through the state’s COVID hotline.5 years ago
COVID vaccine exemption asks if state workers received medicine as an adult
State workers are now seeing the form to request a medical or religious exemption so they don't have to get a COVID vaccination in order to keep their job.5 years ago
Former head of Washington Employment Security Department leaves Biden admin job
Suzi LeVine, Washington's former Employment Security Department commissioner, is leaving her job in the Biden administration after just seven months.5 years ago
Washington lawmakers issue plea to administration as wildfires burn across the state
Washington lawmakers sent a letter to federal officials this week, pleading with them to visit the state to discuss ongoing concerns with wildfires.5 years ago
Seattle’s blistering summer wraps up with cooler than normal temperatures
At the tail end of a summer punctuated by record-setting heat, temperatures in the Seattle area have now dipped below normal in each of the last four days.5 years ago
UW modelers: Delta variant could start ‘running out of people to infect’ by end of year
The latest modeling from the IHME indicates that the delta variant could have COVID cases increasing into fall of 2021, before dipping at the end of year.5 years ago
T-Mobile Park, Lumen Field require masks to be worn indoors
Fans at upcoming Mariners and Seahawks games will be required to wear masks in all indoor areas of T-Mobile Park and Lumen Field.5 years ago
State Public Lands Commissioner wants COVID vaccination for firefighters
The state's Public Lands Commissioner is asking the federal government to require vaccinations for the wildland firefighters sent across the country.5 years ago
Amtrak’s Coast Starlight service out of Seattle fully restored
The Coast Starlight, temporarily suspended after wildfire damage to Union Pacific Railroad in Northern California, is now operational.5 years ago
Could FDA approval lead to student vaccine mandate in Washington?
Gov. Jay Inslee announced a new vaccine mandate for all school staff last week. But will the state consider a similar requirement for students?5 years ago
Evergreen State Fair will go on with reduced capacity, fewer vendors
Organizers of The Evergreen State Fair say despite the increase in COVID cases, this year's fair will go on, but with a few changes.5 years ago
Seattle school district, teachers union reach tentative deal on COVID mandates
The union representing teachers in Seattle Public Schools has reached an agreement with the district over new mask and COVID vaccine mandates.5 years ago
US extends ban on non-essential travel across Canadian border
The Department of Homeland Security announced Friday it has extended restrictions on non-essential travel at the US/Canada border to Sept. 21.5 years ago
Washington’s new mask mandate is now in effect: Here’s what you need to know
Washington's new mask mandate takes effect on Monday, Aug. 23. But what exactly does it entail, and how long will it remain in place?5 years ago
First Asian giant hornet nest of 2021 found east of Blaine
The first Asian giant hornet nest of the year has been found at the base of a tree on wooded private property east of Blaine, Washington.5 years ago
Police arrest woman for breaking court order protecting Seattle mayor
A woman was booked into King County Jail for breaking a court order that protects Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan by going to the mayor's house.5 years ago
CDC: How COVID-19 vaccines work
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention explain how the COVID-19 vaccines work in your body.5 years ago
