Former MyNorthwest.com Editor

What to expect with more Washington counties at risk of rollback to Phase 2

For counties forced to move back to Phase 2, that will entail a dialing back of capacity across numerous venues, events, and businesses.

5 years ago

Some counties still seeing rise in COVID rates despite whole state moving to Phase 3

Several counties remain over the threshold in both metrics the state had used to determine phases of reopening, despite everyone moving up to Phase 3.

5 years ago

Threat of COVID ‘remains serious’ as King County cases surge, warns health officer

Health Officer Dr. Jeff Duchin provided insight into the recent surge of COVID cases in King County, including where the increases have been most prominent.

5 years ago

‘We’ve let our guard down’: Gov. Inslee echoes concerns over move back to Phase 2

After the DOH indicated Wednessday that some counties could be facing a move back to Phase 2, Gov. Jay Inslee reiterated those concerns Thursday.

5 years ago

Coalition calls on state AG to investigate 183 police officers with ‘compromised credibility’

The Washington Black Lives Matter Alliance called for an investigation Thursday, into 183 police officers who they say have "compromised credibility."

5 years ago

King County needle exchange program halted in Federal Way after outcry from city leaders

A mobile needle exchange program has been put on hold in Federal Way, after city leaders and residents expressed concerns over the way it operates.

5 years ago

Union vows to continue battle over firing of SPD officer who punched handcuffed suspect

SPOG released a statement Tuesday, vowing to petition the state Supreme Court after an appeals court upheld the firing of an SPD officer.

5 years ago

State Senate passes bill to ban use of Native American mascots in schools

The Washington State Senate passed a bill Tuesday night that would formally ban the use of Native American mascots in public schools.

5 years ago

Three candidates lead early race for Lorena Gonzalez’s open Seattle council seat

For the candidates looking to replace outgoing at-large Councilmember Lorena Gonzalez, it appears to be a three-way race in the early stages.

5 years ago

Tacoma program is paying city’s homeless to clean up trash and debris

A program that pays Tacoma's homeless population to clean up trash and debris starts this week, with even bigger plans for the future.

5 years ago

Pierce County Council tags former US attorney to investigate Sheriff Ed Troyer

Pierce County Council approved a motion to contract former U.S. District Attorney Brian Moran to head up an investigation into Sheriff Ed Troyer.

5 years ago

Kshama Sawant calls on city to extend moratorium on ‘catastrophic’ 72-hour parking rule

On April 1, Seattle reinstated is 72-hour parking limit, a move that Councilmember Kshama Sawant believes could be 'catastrophic.'

5 years ago

UW biologist: Herd immunity ‘necessary but not sufficient’ for return to normal

Many view herd immunity it as the end goal for the COVID-19 pandemic. But as UW biologist Carl Bergstrom points out, it may not be that simple.

5 years ago

Why the Seattle Fire Department is looking for homes to burn down

The Seattle Fire Department is putting out the call for anyone willing to let it to set their soon-to-be demolished building on fire.

5 years ago

Federal labor board: Amazon illegally fired pair of Seattle workers over activism

The federal National Labor Relations Board has officially determined that a pair of Seattle Amazon workers were illegally fired last year.

5 years ago

Seattle Sounders to play in front of fans at Lumen Field to kick off 2021 MLS season

The Seattle Sounders announced Monday that the team has received approval to play in front of a limited capacity crowd at Lumen Field.

5 years ago

With All-Star Game pulled out of Georgia over voting law, Rep. Jayapal suggests Seattle step in

With the location of MLB's All-Star Game now up in the air, Washington Rep. Pramila Jayapal thinks Seattle may be the perfect alternative.

5 years ago

Appeals court upholds firing of SPD officer who punched handcuffed suspect

An appeals court ruled Monday to uphold a 2019 King County Superior Court decision to fire Seattle Police Officer Adley Shepherd.

5 years ago

Recall campaign, Kshama Sawant dig in for lengthy battle over District 3

With a recall petition against Kshama Sawant set to move forward, the two sides are preparing for a months-long battle over District 3's council seat.