Report: 40% of all Puget Sound jobs could be impacted by coronavirus
A recently-released report estimates that impacts from coronavirus could affect "roughly 40% of all jobs in King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties."7 years ago
UW Virology head details struggle to ramp up coronavirus testing
The need for expanded coronavirus testing has been emphasized by medical professionals for months, and yet still, struggles have persisted across the U.S.7 years ago
Bill Gates estimates at least 6-10 weeks before coronavirus is quelled in US
As some research estimates that it could be as many as 18 months before coronavirus cases start to recede, Bill Gates expanded on what that timeline might look like in practice.7 years ago
Research paper claims social distancing needed for ’18 months or more’
A new research paper posits that social distancing measures might need to be in place for as long as it takes to develop a coronavirus vaccine.7 years ago
UW virology expert: Avoiding coronavirus a question of probability
Good hygiene has often been stressed as a means to avoiding coronavirus. So what is it exactly about washing your hands that makes you less susceptible?7 years ago
Harborview enters ‘calm before the storm’ as coronavirus ramps up in Washington
Seattle's premier trauma hospital is preparing its staff for a long road ahead, as Washington state's coronavirus outbreak continues to ramp up.7 years ago
Gov. Inslee lays out plan to close Washington restaurants, bars
Gov. Jay Inslee and King County Executive Dow Constantine provide details on the state's plan to temporarily close all restaurants and bars in Washington state.7 years ago
Sawant pushes Amazon tax to raise $500 million for coronavirus relief
As restaurants and bars close in Seattle, Councilmember Kshama Sawant is repurposing her proposed Amazon tax into a coronavirus relief fund.7 years ago
Coronavirus vaccine trial kicks off in downtown Seattle
The first patient in a Seattle clinical trial to find a coronavirus vaccine will receive an experimental dose on Monday.7 years ago
King County quarantine sites shift standards after patient flees facility
King County will be shifting how it uses its coronavirus isolation sites, after a patient at its Kent quarantine site left against the advice of on-site security.7 years ago
Seattle rallies together on social media in face of coronavirus crisis
As concerns over the coronavirus have escalated this week, Seattle businesses, arts, and its everyday citizens are rallying together on social media.7 years ago
Seattle economy struggles at ‘epicenter’ of coronavirus outbreak
With large events banned and much of the Seattle area staying home, the hit to local industry has been significant in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak.7 years ago
How Seattle Flu Study defied federal government to test for coronavirus
The Seattle Flu Study tried testing for coronavirus in Washington for weeks, defying the federal government in a bid to track the illness back in February.7 years ago
Schools in Seattle, Bellevue, Lake Washington, Shoreline to close for at least next two weeks
In the wake of a sweeping ban on all events with over 250 people in three Washington counties, Seattle has opted to close all of its public schools for at least the next two weeks.7 years ago
Researchers believe there could be hundreds of untested coronavirus cases in Washington
Researchers have been able to determine that the state could have close to 1,100 cases of coronavirus, a large majority of which have yet to be tested for.7 years ago
Gov. Inslee announces ban on large events in trio of Washington counties
Gov. Jay Inslee announced a ban Wednesday on large gatherings and events of 250 people or more in King, Pierce, and Snohomish Counties.7 years ago
Traffic study confirms fewer people commuting to work
A recent analysis reveals that as more people have begun working from home amid Washington's coronavirus outbreak, traffic has trended dramatically downward.7 years ago
Gov. Inslee details new rules for nursing homes to curb coronavirus spread
Governor Jay Inslee has outlined a list of new requirements for nursing homes and long-term care facilities in an effort to limit the spread of coronavirus among elderly, at-risk residents.7 years ago
How coronavirus is affecting Washington’s presidential primary
With Washington set for its presidential primary Tuesday, the state has taken measures to ensure that the recent coronavirus outbreak doesn't stand in the way of voters.7 years ago
Kaiser Washington launches coronavirus vaccine study in downtown Seattle
At least nine separate companies are working to develop a coronavirus vaccine, including Kaiser Permanente Washington in Seattle.7 years ago
Controversial sex ed bill passed by Washington state lawmakers
A controversial sex education bill was passed by the Washington State Legislature Saturday, after months of heated debate.7 years ago
Washington to lift restrictions on coronavirus testing
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee announced Wednesday that the state will be lifting restrictions on coronavirus testing.7 years ago
‘Deeply disenfranchised’ White Center to house coronavirus quarantine
A modular coronavirus quarantine unit was set up in West Seattle's White Center neighborhood, and many in the community have expressed concerns.7 years ago
