Delayed state tests will still show what happened in learning this year
All students statewide will have soon at least have the option to return to a hybrid learning model, but the usual state tests will be delayed this year.5 years ago
Virologist: Phase 2 rollback ‘bit of a blunt hammer,’ but necessary
UW virologist Dr. Keith Jerome explains why rolling back to Phase 2 is unfortunate but necessary if the state wants to avoid a fourth wave of COVID-19.5 years ago
Homeless encampment near North Seattle school will be allowed to remain
A homeless encampment near a North Seattle K-8 school will be allowed to remain, at least for now, with students set to return to in-person instruction.5 years ago
UW virologist: Any new vaccine warrants ‘very careful observation’ for rare side effects
Dr. Keith Jerome, director of the UW Virology Lab, says the pause of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine matches standard procedure.5 years ago
City clears homeless encampment near Seattle middle school
Seattle city officials have now finished clearing a homeless encampment previously located at Miller Playfield near Capitol Hill’s Meany Middle School.5 years ago
Beware of the dangers of distracted driving
KIRO Radio's Tracy Taylor wants you to be aware of the dangers during Distracted Driving Awareness Month.5 years ago
Dog Aging Project co-directed by UW researchers needs participants
The Dog Aging Project is looking for dogs to enroll in a study, especially big dogs, service animals and working dogs, puppies, and dogs in rural areas.5 years ago
There’s ‘still time’ to slow the spread of COVID-19, prevent fourth wave
Despite the state's progress in vaccinations against COVID-19, local health officials say we are on the brink of a fourth wave.5 years ago
Three arrested in Seattle for graffiti, obstruction during vigil
Seattle police arrested three people overnight -- two for graffiti, one for obstruction -- during a vigil and protest following the death of Daunte Wright.5 years ago
David Fahrenthold explains why we’re still talking about Donald Trump
The people who worship Donald Trump and people who despise him have one thing in common: They get mad because we're still talking about Donald Trump.5 years ago
Hospitalization rates rising in Washington as COVID vaccination effort lags
Hospitalization rates are going up statewide, and so are visits to the emergency rooms for COVID-like symptoms, according to state hospital leaders.5 years ago
State Secretary of Health: Must ‘act fast’ in counties with rising COVID cases
Cowlitz, Pierce, and Whitman counties will roll back to Phase 2, which the state Secretary of Health indicates is the right thing to do at this time.5 years ago
What to expect with the developing Pfizer COVID pill for those already sick
Dr. Cohen explains how pills might be the future of fighting COVID for those who are already sick, and potentially unvaccinated.5 years ago
Seattle area set for first 70-degree day of the year by the end of the week
Warm weather is on the horizon for the Puget Sound region, with Western Washington due for its first 70-degree day of the year by Friday.5 years ago
Gov. Inslee announces rollback to Phase 2 for Cowlitz, Pierce, and Whitman counties
Gov. Inslee announced Monday that Cowlitz, Pierce, and Whitman counties will be rolling back to Phase 2 of reopening.5 years ago
Business organizations urge Gov. Inslee to delay rollback decision
Nearly 70 business organizations in Washington are urging Gov. Inslee to delay any decision to return some counties to a more restrictive COVID-19 phase.5 years ago
Local union votes to authorize strike if deal can’t be met with Boeing
Union members with Teamsters Local 174 voted to give their negotiating team the right to declare a strike if a contract cannot be reached with Boeing.5 years ago
Juneteenth set to become an official Washington state holiday
Juneteenth is going to become an official state holiday, as soon as the governor signs legislation that has now passed both the state Senate and House.5 years ago
COVID updates: Half of US adults have received at least one COVID-19 shot
The state Department of Health says there have been over 358,000 confirmed coronavirus cases in Washington, and 5,380 people have died statewide.5 years ago
King, Snohomish counties likely to avoid roll back to Phase 2 next week
Although several Washington counties will have to move back to Phase 2 next week, King and Snohomish counties won't likely be in that group.5 years ago
Local Boeing union says strike could be ‘imminent’ amid negotiations for new contract
The local Teamsters union representing over 220 Boeing workers in Washington announced Friday that it believes a strike is "imminent."5 years ago
Medved: Biden should take advantage of bipartisan support of gun regulations
KTTH's Michael Michael says there could actually be bipartisan support for the regulation of ghost guns if Democrats went to Congress with a bill.5 years ago
Employment rules mean you might not be able to work from anywhere
"Look before you leap," warns a benefits specialist as employers across the country retool their policies to allow more people to work from home.5 years ago
