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Seattle schools still on track to return in person after winter break, but will go remote ‘if necessary’

Seattle schools will still reopen in person in January, although families are being advised to prepare for remote learning if necessary.

5 years ago

Washington aligns with CDC, recommends reduced quarantine for COVID-19 cases

Washington state has officially aligned its COVID-19 isolation and quarantine guidance with new recommendations from the CDC.

5 years ago

Gee: A ‘real big shoutout’ to those working in airports, in snowy conditions

KIRO Radio host Gee Scott has been trying to get out of town and catch a flight, but has had no success. But he says he's lucky to be home, safe, and warm.

5 years ago

Conditions at Mission Ridge Ski Resort ‘looking more like’ two years ago

The marketing director at Mission Ridge Ski Resort, near Wenatchee, explains what skiers can expect when it comes to COVID rules and conditions.

5 years ago

King County purchases 300,000 COVID-19 rapid home testing kits

King County Executive Dow Constantine announced Tuesday that the county has purchased 300,000 COVID home testing kits for residents.

5 years ago

New UW research illuminates possible path to omicron vaccines, treatments

University of Washington scientists have identified antibodies that target omicron and could be used in future COVID vaccines and treatment.

5 years ago

Free New Year’s Eve rides on public transit across Puget Sound region

Going out on New Year's Eve? Most public transit options in the Puget Sound area will be free to riders Friday into Saturday.

5 years ago

Travelers at Sea-Tac Airport grapple with ‘exasperating’ week of delays, cancellations

Travelers moving through Sea-Tac International Airport have coped with hundreds of delays and cancellations this week.

5 years ago

Seattle receives $20 million federal grant for East Marginal Way improvements

Seattle will soon receive $20 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation to improve mobility and safety along East Marginal Way South.

5 years ago

State trooper says slow down, ‘speed limit means nothing’ on icy roads

After a snowy weekend with temperatures now below freezing for the Puget Sound region, the winter road conditions are not good for drivers.

5 years ago

Draze: Federal student loan repayment pause is a ‘pain killer, not a treatment’

Gee and Ursula guest host Draze breaks down why the latest student loan pause is insufficient and should be cancelled outright.

5 years ago

COVID vaccination center from FEMA lands in Federal Way, Auburn

A community vaccination site run by the Federal Emergency Management Agency opened in Federal Way, and will move to Auburn in January.

5 years ago

Tracking Seattle’s efforts to clear snow, ice off roads

SDOT is updating the condition of Seattle's streets regularly, indicating which streets have been serviced by snow plows and which are closed.

5 years ago

Monday commuters to face icy roads across Puget Sound region

Freezing temperatures have settled in over Western Washington after a day of several inches of snow for most locations, creating an ice rink for commuters on Monday morning.

5 years ago

Happy Holidays from everyone at KIRO Radio, KTTH, and 710 ESPN Seattle

Your favorite cast of characters from KIRO Radio, AM 770 KTTH, and 710 ESPN Seattle present "A Visit from St. Nicholas."

5 years ago

Seattle mayor signs emergency proclamation ahead of cold weather

Ahead of predicted snow and extremely cold temperatures over the next several days, Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan has signed an emergency proclamation.

5 years ago

Starbucks CEO attempts arrest on ‘Santas,’ PETA publicity stunt goes awry

Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson got an unwelcome holiday gift at the behest of PETA demonstrators, calling attention to carbon emissions and price inequity.

5 years ago

‘Well-fitting, high-quality’ mask recommended as omicron spreads in Washington

Wearing a face mask to limit the spread of COVID-19 is not new, but masks remain critical for protection against the rapidly spreading omicron variant.