Denny Heck leads in race for lieutenant governor in early results
Denny Heck (47%) is in the lead over Marko Liias (34%) in the race for Washington state's Lieutenant Governor, according to early election results.6 years ago
Jay Inslee declares victory in Washington state’s race for governor
With the initial ballots tallied, Jay Inslee has declared victory in the race for Washington’s governor against Loren Culp after garnering 59% of the vote.6 years ago
Seattle Proposition 1 concerning transit funding approved in early results
A "yes" vote on Seattle Proposition 1 supports renewing a sales tax to fund transit projects for six years, increasing the tax from 0.1% to 0.15%.6 years ago
King County Proposition 1 passing in early vote tallies
King County Proposition 1 -- a measure distributing $1.74 billion in bonds to Seattle's Harborview Medical Center -- is passing in early ballot returns.6 years ago
David Fahrenthold: Trump squandered ‘so many opportunities to be popular’
Even for Washington Post reporter David Fahrenthold, who's been covering President Trump's business interests for year, Election Day feels surreal.6 years ago
King County officials ready for the challenge of record-setting election
As King County continues to receive record-breaking numbers of ballots, officials feel confident that they're ready for any number of potential challenges.6 years ago
Live Election Day 2020 updates: Trump says ‘we’ve already won it’
Follow MyNorthwest as it updates the latest election news, results and more for the Nov. 3, 2020 United States election.6 years ago
How to vote last minute in Washington state
If you haven't registered to vote yet, it's not too late. In Washington state, you can register on Election Day at an official voting center until 8 p.m.6 years ago
City of Seattle makes preparations for safety ahead of election night
The City of Seattle has been planning for a "wide range of scenarios" possible on election night, but has no intelligence of known threats as of Monday.6 years ago
Puget Sound medical experts offer advice on managing election stress
Many are experiencing what's being termed Election Stress Disorder. Puget Sound doctors weigh in on what it is and how to cope.6 years ago
Police shoot and kill felony assault suspect in Puyallup
Police shot and killed a man in Puyallup, who was wanted as part of a felony assault and harassment investigation Sunday night.6 years ago
COVID-19 updates: As cases rise, local school district delays return to classroom
The state Department of Health says there have been over 117,000 coronavirus cases in Washington state, and 2,439 people have died from the virus statewide.6 years ago
Determining how Amy Coney Barrett would rule on religious freedom cases
Many are curious how Amy Coney Barrett might rule in cases that may relate to her Catholic faith, and one of them is coming up. Former AG Rob McKenna discusses.6 years ago
Seattle Public Schools superintendent ‘really surprised’ by NAACP allegations
Denise Juneau, Seattle Public Schools' superintendent, responded to allegations by the NAACP that she's not doing enough to increase racial equity.6 years ago
Follow MyNorthwest on Election Day for live results, analysis
Sticking to the theme of 2020, Election Day is sure to be an unprecedented event. Spend the day and evening with us.6 years ago
David Fahrenthold: US taxpayers have been footing the bill at Trump properties
Entering into the final week of campaign season, Washington Post reporter David Fahrenthold talks about the election storylines he's looking at right now.6 years ago
WA Secretary of State says website showing rejected ballots is not official
The Washington Secretary of State's Office has reported a website to the feds, which is falsely listing rejected ballots around the state.6 years ago
Several arrests, one person hit by car during demonstration in Seattle
Several people were arrested at a demonstration in Seattle late Tuesday, and one person was hit by a car. They were not injured, and the driver was tracked down.6 years ago
UW Virology head: ‘Every additional person around that table adds risk’ at holiday gatherings
Dr. Keith Jerome, UW Medicine's head of Virology, recommends that families avoid big gatherings this holiday season to limit the spread of COVID-19.6 years ago
Washington joins pact with western states to review approved COVID-19 vaccines
Gov. Inslee announced Tuesday that Washington has joined a pact with other western states to review the safety and efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines.6 years ago
WA state leaders echo divided Senate in reactions to Barrett’s confirmation
Amy Coney Barrett was confirmed to the Supreme Court late Monday by a divided Senate, with Republicans overpowering Democrats. Washington's leaders are similarly split in their reactions.6 years ago
Seattle City Council approves funding for Navigation Team replacement
The Seattle City Council has approved (7-1) a homeless outreach plan to fill the gap left open by eliminating the city's Navigation Team.6 years ago
Should politicians or doctors be making policy on COVID-19?
Listening to epidemiologists is important, but scientists and doctors don't always consider the greater social impact of their recommendations. MD Dr. Gordon Cohen discusses.6 years ago
