Not too late to enroll in Washington health insurance plan for fall
If you lost your job -- and with it your health insurance -- you don't have to face a fall flu season and global pandemic without health coverage.6 years ago
Okanogan County volunteers collecting hay for animals going hungry after fires
Grazing animals in Okanogan County have lost their food supply in the recent wildfires -- so volunteers are teaming up to bring hay to them.6 years ago
‘Cautious optimism’ for new orca calf as whales appear to be eating more
It's been nearly two weeks since the new orca calf was born -- and experts are "cautiously optimistic" about changes in the whales' health this summer.6 years ago
Owners of Puyallup skating rink plan to come back strong after fire
The owners of an iconic Puyallup skating rink say that they plan to come back strong after a fire ravaged the building last week.6 years ago
‘Outraged’ over Puyallup River pollution, Pierce County exec wants Electron Dam removed
After the company that owns the Electron Dam put artificial turf in the Puyallup River during construction, the Pierce County executive wants the dam gone.6 years ago
WA State Patrol warns drivers against blocking roads for protests, street races
People are using parked cars to block local freeways and highways. The Washington State Patrol has advice for drivers stuck in these situations.6 years ago
First 2020 human cases of West Nile virus reported in Yakima, Benton Counties
There is another virus to watch out for in Washington this year -- West Nile virus has been contracted by two people in Eastern Washington.6 years ago
Small businesses in King County can get property values, taxes lowered
King County businesses hurting from COVID-19 can apply to have their property values -- and therefore their property taxes -- lowered.6 years ago
To stay indoors or not? Advice for wildfire smoke and COVID-19 safety
Washingtonians are dealing with two disasters right now that are dangerous to the lungs: the coronavirus pandemic and wildfire smoke.6 years ago
Business owners could face large unemployment tax increases
If unemployment continues at high levels, Washington business owners could be looking at a steep unemployment tax increase next year.6 years ago
YMCA aims to help fill day care gap with ‘Virtual Learning Centers’
To assist students navigating the world of remote learning, the YMCA of Snohomish County has set up Virtual Learning Centers.6 years ago
State says first responders, high-risk people will likely get COVID vaccine first
We are still months away from a coronavirus vaccine, but the state is getting prepared. When it does come, however, most people won't get one right away.6 years ago
Third major Puget Sound drug bust in six weeks results in 14 more arrests
A third major drug bust this summer has resulted in the arrest of 14 people and the seizure of more than 30 pounds of drugs.6 years ago
Puyallup River filled with debris from artificial turf at construction site
A construction site at the Electron Dam used portions of artificial turf in the Puyallup River -- some of which has disintegrated and flowed downstream.6 years ago
35,000 could be waiting to get Employment Security appeal hearing
The Unemployment Law Project, which is suing Employment Security, says there could be 35,000 people waiting to get an appeal hearing for their claim.6 years ago
Washington day care expert says we’re heading for an even bigger void in care
As more and more day care centers close around the state due to parents keeping their kids home, the child care crisis is set to get even worse.6 years ago
Clarkston schools see successful start to in-person classes, mask compliance
The first two days of in-person school went off without a hitch at Clarkston schools, reported the district. Students of all ages are sticking to the rules.6 years ago
Unemployed Washingtonians still waiting for answers, some told to send money back
Apart from the 20,000 people still waiting for unemployment, others are having to go through the appeals process, or even give money back.6 years ago
USPS says feds approved of Tacoma mail-sorting machines going back on
Despite mail-sorting machines being disabled around the U.S., they have been turned back on at a Tacoma facility, and will be left on through Election Day.6 years ago
Border fence goes up near Lynden where Canadian-American couples meet
A cable barrier has gone up along a rural stretch of the U.S./Canada border -- a popular spot for cross-border couples separated by the pandemic.6 years ago
Some Seattle rideshare drivers worried Mayor Durkan proposal could limit flexibility
Some rideshare drivers are concerned that Mayor Durkan's new proposal for a minimum earnings proposal could hurt their ability to be flexible.6 years ago
State mandates testing of agricultural workers in large outbreaks
A new state mandate requires agricultural businesses to have all employees tested if more than nine workers or 10% of the staff come down with COVID-19.6 years ago
Hikers safe and sound after spending two nights lost in Enchantments
Two hikers are safe after getting lost while hiking the grueling Enchantments Loop Trail near Leavenworth and spending two nights in the woods.6 years ago
