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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

Former state AG: Jan. 6 judge attempts to define ‘obstruction of official proceeding’

Former state Attorney General Rob McKenna explains the felony charge -- obstruction of an official proceeding -- discussed in relation to events of Jan. 6.

5 years ago

COVID hospitalizations are ‘the highest they’ve ever been’ in Washington

Washington broke a new record for COVID-19 hospitalizations, which are now at the highest they've ever been in the state.

5 years ago

WSU football coach could face choice between getting vaccinated or losing his job

With a new mandate in place, WSU football coach Nick Rolovich could soon be presented with a choice to either get the COVID vaccine or lose his job.

5 years ago

Gov. Inslee: ‘No reason to abandon a career’ over COVID vaccine mandate

There's a new vaccine mandate from Gov. Inslee, but what happens if a significant number of school staff choose not to get vaccinated and lose their jobs?

5 years ago

Washington state adds 22,700 jobs in July, unemployment down to 5.1%

Washington state unemployment figures continue to trend positively into July since their peak in April 2020, bringing the state unemployment figure to 5.1%.