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Concerns with WA ESD remain on verge of new stimulus package

Paul Roberts from The Seattle Times on trouble at the Employment Security Department and what to expect when the new stimulus package begins in Washington state.
6 years ago

Edmonds/Kingston ferry route back in service after log spill

The Edmonds/Kingston ferry route has resumed service, after logs spilled off of an oversized vehicle onto a ramp and blocked access to the boat for several hours on Monday.
6 years ago

Even doctors have trouble getting necessary procedures approved by insurance

Mercer Island MD Dr. Gordon Cohen on his recent experience trying to get necessary procedures approved by insurance.
6 years ago

How Seattle is preparing with chance of major snow event on the horizon

With Seattle fast approaching a potential major snow event, SDOT has details on how it's preparing streets and roads for the pending inclement weather.
6 years ago

Derailed train cars in Whatcom County to be removed Monday

Officials with the state Department of Ecology say they plan to start removing the train cars that derailed last week in Whatcom County starting Monday. 
6 years ago

COVID-19 updates: Fast rollout of virus vaccine trials reveals tribal distrust

The state Department of Health says there have been more than 245,000 confirmed coronavirus cases in Washington state, and 3,459 people have died from the virus statewide.
6 years ago

Two small earthquakes rattle Monroe, Carnation

A 2.9 magnitude quake hit around 2:40 a.m. Monday, about three miles south of Monroe, Wash. So far there is no word of any damage. 
6 years ago

A holiday greeting from MyNorthwest, KIRO Radio, KTTH, and 710 ESPN Seattle

All of your favorite personalities, reporters, anchors, producers, and writers are here to wish you a happy holiday, and all the best as we head into the new year. 
6 years ago

‘This year has been like none other’: Interim SPD chief pens holiday letter to officers

Interim Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz penned a lengthy letter to his officers on Christmas Eve, detailing a trying year in the realm of law enforcement. 
6 years ago

Seattle cafe owner struggling amid lockdowns, concerned with crime

Ali Gambari, owner of Cherry Street Coffee, on what Seattle needs to do to help local business owners through the pandemic and the rise in crime.
6 years ago

David Fahrenthold: ‘Incredible’ how little Trump is doing in final days of presidency

Washington Post reporter David Fahrenthold stopped by Seattle's Morning News to talk about how Trump is spending his final days as president.
6 years ago

Former WA AG McKenna: Unusual for Barr to resign early, but a ‘wise’ move

Former Washington State Attorney General Rob McKenna on how history will remember William Barr, and why Trump's AG resigned early.
6 years ago

UW researchers push for ‘comprehensive approach’ to address food insecurity

Researchers at the University of Washington have been analyzing the effect of poverty locally, in particular focusing on "food insecurity."
6 years ago

Despite Puget Sound draped in clouds, rare ‘Great Conjunction’ was still visible across the globe

For the first time in nearly 400 years, the world was treated to a rare alignment of Jupiter and Saturn known as the Great Conjunction.
6 years ago

Vaccines should be effective against new, more infectious COVID strain in UK

There is a new strain of COVID-19 on the loose in England and South Africa. Mercer Island MD Dr. Gordon Cohen joined Seattle's Morning News to discuss.
6 years ago

COVID-19 updates: Local workers stress need for help as benefits expire

The state Department of Health says there have been over 221,000 confirmed coronavirus cases in Washington, and 3,162 people have died from the virus.
6 years ago

Snow, heavy rain wallop Puget Sound region on first day of winter

Forecasters say precipitation is moving east, to conclude a wild day of weather across the Puget Sound region. We saw with heavy rain, strong wind, urban flooding, and snow
6 years ago

Arrow crashes through rear window of Washington driver’s car on road

An arrow went a little off course and crashed through the rear window of a car while driving in south King County.
6 years ago

Over 1,000 high-risk health care workers in Washington get vaccine

As of late Wednesday night, a total of 1,159 high-risk health care workers in Washington state had received doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.
6 years ago

24 arrested during sweep at Seattle’s Cal Anderson Park

Police say 24 people in all were arrested during a sweep of Cal Anderson Park in Seattle's Capitol neighborhood on Friday.
6 years ago

Investigation underway after police shot a man in Auburn

An Auburn police officer shot a man Thursday night after attempting to arrest the suspect, who had a warrant out for his arrest.
6 years ago

State superintendent supports school reopening guidelines

Washington state's superintendent supports new school reopening guidelines laid out by Gov. Inslee. Superintendent Reykdal says since children are less likely to get coronavirus, they are generally less of a risk.
6 years ago

Gov. Inslee renews push for capital gains tax in proposed budget

Gov. Inslee is renewing his push for a state capital gains tax on the sale of stocks, bonds and other assets.
6 years ago

King County Elections certifies hand recount for 5th Legislative District seat

King County Elections is declaring Mark Mullet the winner of Washington's 5th Legislative District seat for the state Senate after a hand recount.
6 years ago