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Definition of ‘fully vaccinated’ remains for Washington state

If you got your first COVID-19 vaccination shots a year ago and haven't been able to find a booster yet, health officials say you're still OK to eat out in King County restaurants.

5 years ago

Car comes within half-inch of puncturing semi-truck carrying sulfuric acid in I-90 collision

A collision at Snoqualmie Pass saw a vehicle come within half an inch of puncturing a semi-truck carrying sulfuric acid this week.

5 years ago

Seattle-area sets mark for longest snowy period in 52 years

The Puget Sound region's last gasp of snow will fall early Friday morning, with temperatures finally set to warm this weekend.

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Seattle mayor advises against New Year’s Eve gatherings over COVID, weather concerns

With icy roads and an ongoing surge in COVID cases, Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan is advising people to reconsider their New Year's Eve plans.

5 years ago

Seattle Public Schools announces Monday school closure citing COVID-19 testing effort

Seattle Public Schools has announced that school will be canceled Monday, Jan. 3, in order to accommodate a COVID-19 testing effort.

5 years ago

Cancelled, on-schedule New Year’s Eve events in Seattle

MyNorthwest lists New Year's Eve events cancelled due to the omicron surge, as well as those still scheduled for the holiday.

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Confirmed coronavirus cases and deaths across Washington state

As of Dec. 30, state health officials say there have been 747,702 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Washington state. The state is reporting 9,853 deaths since the pandemic began.

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Seven E. coli cases in Washington linked to packaged salads

The state Department of Health has confirmed that Washington is part of an E. coli outbreak affecting six states.

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Many Washington colleges, universities will start winter term remotely

As COVID-19 cases rise rapidly across Washington, many local colleges and universities are making the call to start the next term remotely.

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Seattle garbage pickup delay extended after more snow arrives Thursday

Seattle Public Utilities has suspended most of their garbage pickup services until after the new year to due frozen and icy street conditions.

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First Day Hikes will be offered in more than 40 Washington state parks

Washington State Parks is inviting the public to take part in one of the many "First Day Hikes" on Jan. 1, 2022, to ring in the new year.

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Alaska Airlines cancels 20% of Seattle departures over two days due to weather

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has seen hundreds of delays and cancellations this week due to the winter storm, and it may not get better soon.

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Mayor-elect Bruce Harrell announces seven new hires for leadership team

Seattle Mayor-elect Bruce Harrell announced seven new members of his leadership team Wednesday.

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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.