Presence of omicron ‘sub-variant’ confirmed in Washington state
The state Department of Health has identified a new sub-variant of omicron, after confirming its presence in two new COVID-19 cases.5 years ago
Gee Scott learns from the King: Josiah Johnson
Josiah Johnson played basketball at UCLA, and is the son of former NBA star Marques Johnson, but might be best known for his social media presence.5 years ago
University of Washington returns to in-person learning Jan. 31
The University of Washington announced Monday that regular classes would resume Jan. 31, after students had started winter quarter online.5 years ago
Seattle Children’s pediatrician knows it’s ‘challenging’ to get young kids to mask up
A number of parents of young kids are feeling left behind at this point in the COVID-19 pandemic as the nation tries to return to normal.5 years ago
Air Stagnation Advisory in effect for Western Washington to start the week
The Puget Sound region is going to be socked in with fog through most of this week, which has triggered an Air Stagnation Advisory.5 years ago
New study details ‘startling’ effect large tsunami would have on Western Washington
A new study from the state Department of Natural Resources details the devastating effect a large tsunami would have on Washington's coastal areas.5 years ago
Washington households can order at-home rapid COVID tests at no cost
The state Department of Health is going live with its portal to order free at-home COVID tests that ship directly to households.5 years ago
Bobcat watches from side of road as WSDOT crews plow SR 20 near Colville
WSDOT crews had an unexpected observer while plowing snowy roads near Colville earlier this week, with a bobcat watching them work.5 years ago
Increased security following break-in at site of Bellevue home slide
At the site where a house in Bellevue slid and collapsed earlier this week, there will now be 24-hour security after a reported break-in.5 years ago
Gov. Inslee defends mandates to Congress: ‘No intervention is as important as vaccination’
Gov. Jay Inslee testified Thursday in front of federal lawmakers on the effectiveness of the state’s COVID response, defending vaccine mandates.5 years ago
‘Right to repair’ bill would give Washington consumers control over electronics repair
Washington state’s Legislature is considering a consumer protection bill intended to make it easier to repair personal electronics.5 years ago
McKenna: ‘Real chance’ Bremerton coach could prevail in SCOTUS case over praying at games
Could former Bremerton High School football Coach Joe Kennedy finally score a legal victory in front of the Supreme Court?5 years ago
Washington Rep. Kilmer says voting rules must pass the ‘grandma’ test
Congressman Derek Kilmer believes certain voting rights need to be enshrined nationwide, and it has to do with his grandma5 years ago
Two pedestrians fatally struck by suspected DUI driver on SR 9 in Arlington
Two adult pedestrians are dead after they were struck by a suspected DUI driver on State Route 9 in Arlington early Thursday.5 years ago
FAA clears most passenger planes to land at Sea-Tac with 5G signals limited to buffer zones
The FAA cleared most large passenger planes to land at Sea-Tac Airport, which was among the airports where there were concerns over 5G signals.5 years ago
New study highlights devastating effect pandemic has had on Washington arts
A new study released this week shows just how devastating the pandemic has been to arts and culture groups in Washington state.5 years ago
‘Ravaged by COVID,’ North Beach district shuts down all schools for rest of week
School has been canceled for over 700 students in the North Beach School District this week with 40% of students absent on Tuesday.5 years ago
Additional COVID testing site, expanded options coming to Seattle
There is now another Curative COVID testing kiosk in Seattle, and will soon be expanded capacity at other sites, as well as a new type of rapid PCR test.5 years ago
Free COVID-19 tests now available for all US households
Americans can now order four free COVID-19 rapid antigen tests for their household through the federal government.5 years ago
Seattle council urges school levy support ahead of February special elections
With King County special elections slated for Feb. 8, Seattle City Council is urging voters to pass two Seattle Public Schools tax levies.5 years ago
Kent seeks refunds for missed trash pickups as collection resumes for Western Washington
Trash collection worker solidarity strikes ended Tuesday for Western Washington as Republic Services ratifies a new contract with Teamsters.5 years ago
New mass COVID vaccination site opens in Snohomish County
A new indoor COVID-19 vaccination clinic opens at the Everett Mall on Tuesday, and Snohomish County says a mass testing site is coming soon.5 years ago
Washington ferries move ‘most routes’ to alternate schedules amid ongoing crew shortages
Washington state ferries have continued to deal with delays, staffing shortages, and reduced routes to kick of the new year.5 years ago
