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Tacoma schools...
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Tacoma keeps virtual learning option as students return to classrooms

Not all students will be in class when Tacoma public schools open their doors on Wednesday, with virtual learning options continuing.
5 years ago
Unemployment...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Federal jobless benefits expire for thousands of Washingtonians

More than 7 million Americans have lost their unemployment benefits as several pandemic-related programs expired Saturday.
5 years ago
J&J vaccine...
Dalton Day

UW’s J&J vaccine supply ‘exhausted’ with vaccine mandate cut-off dates looming

UW Medicine’s J&J vaccine supply is stretched as state employees subject to the vaccine mandate near the cut-off date for Moderna and Pfizer.
5 years ago
Ivermectin...
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Local officials express frustration as ivermectin poison control calls triple statewide

The Washington Poison Center has continued to field calls from people asking for medical help after taking ivermectin, despite warnings against its use.
5 years ago
Mayor Durkan recall petition, COVID, anarchist jurisdiction, 2021 budget forecast, records requests...
Nick Bowman

Mayor Durkan leaves newly-passed bill limiting SPD’s use of less lethal weapons unsigned

Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan left a recently passed bill limiting the police department's use of less lethal weapons during protests unsigned.
5 years ago
covid pill, vaccines, vaccination...
Nick Bowman

King County to explore enacting new vaccine requirements for indoor businesses

King County has officially started the process to explore requiring proof of vaccination for select non-essential indoor businesses and venues. 
5 years ago
vaccine mandate agreement...
Dalton Day

State employees inch closer to deal with Gov. Inslee on vaccine mandate

After suing Governor Inslee over a COVID vaccine mandate, the Washington Federation of State Employees has reached an agreement.
5 years ago
Lumen Field, vaccination...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle sports teams to require proof of COVID vaccination for fans

Professional and college sports teams in Washington, including the Seahawks, announced that proof of COVID vaccination will be required for attendees.
5 years ago
kraken...
MyNorthwest Staff

Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle Kraken will require vaccination for guests 12 and up

The Climate Pledge Arena and Seattle Kraken announced that all guests age 12 and older must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination upon entry. 
5 years ago
seattle city light...
MyNorthwest Staff

‘No evidence’ of sickout by Seattle City Light workers over vaccine mandate

Seattle City Light said it could keep power on if there had been a sickout Tuesday by employees over the COVID-19 vaccine mandate.
5 years ago
delta, mask...
MyNorthwest Staff

Expanded mask mandates take effect in King, Pierce counties

Expanded mask mandates for large, outdoor events kick in Tuesday for two of the largest counties in Washington: King and Pierce. 
5 years ago
outdoor sports...
MyNorthwest Staff

UW doctor says outdoor sports safe for participants, still need precautions

COVID has thankfully not spread much among participants of outdoor sports. When it has spread, it's often pre- or post-game activities to blame.
5 years ago
Fife, I-5...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Car fire along I-5 in Fife spreads to brush

Fire crews were called to southbound I-5, just south of 70th Avenue East in Fife around 6 a.m. Monday, for a car fire that spread to brush.
5 years ago
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KIRO 7 News Staff

Armed Lakewood man shot, killed by police

A 25-year-old suspect was killed in a Saturday night shooting with Lakewood police officers, officials said.
5 years ago
dave matthews...
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Dave Matthews Band playing in ‘alternate format’ at Gorge

Hundreds of Dave Matthews Band fans were expecting the whole band to play at their annual Labor Day Weekend shows at the Gorge in Eastern Washington.
5 years ago
whale tracking, orcas, orca...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Boaters asked to support Southern Resident orcas as 2-year-old calf in ‘poor condition’

Recreational boaters are asked to “Be Whale Wise” and support endangered Southern Resident orcas by giving them extra space.
5 years ago
Proof vaccination, vaccine cards...
Nicole Jennings

Port Hadlock restaurant says vaccine cards mandate puts burden on servers

A Mexican restaurant in Jefferson County says it will not follow the requirement to check vaccine cards at the door because it puts a burden on workers.
5 years ago
masks...
Stephanie Klein

Pierce County issues mask mandate for large, outdoor events

Beginning Tuesday, anyone over the age of 5, regardless of vaccination status, must wear a face covering at large, outdoor events in Pierce County.
5 years ago
Kshama Sawant recall...
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Recall Sawant measure doesn’t make November ballot

King County has posted the official list of candidates and issues for November's election, and a recall measure for Seattle City Councilmember Kshana Sawant is not listed.
5 years ago
Puyallup Fairgrounds (Courtesy Stacy Van Horne Public Relations Manager)...
Dalton Day

108 COVID cases attributed to Northwest Washington Fair, Washington State Fair still a go

Despite COVID cases linked to recent large, outdoor gatherings, the Washington State Fair will continue through the end of September.
5 years ago
youth suicide...
Hanna Scott

Snohomish County reports zero suicides in youths in a year

While many counties across the state saw an uptick in youth suicide during the pandemic, one county that typically sees more than most got a surprise.
5 years ago
homeless...
MyNorthwest Staff

Compassion Seattle appeal denied, homeless amendment will not appear on ballot

The Washington State Court of Appeals ruled on Friday that Seattle's homeless measure will not appear on the November ballot.
5 years ago
wildfires, Labor Day...
KIRO 7 News Staff

State DNR: 70% of all acres burned in 2020 were from wildfires started over Labor Day weekend

The Department of Natural Resources said fires that started over Labor Day weekend accounted for more than 70% of all acres burned in Washington in 2020.
5 years ago
Montlake Bridge...
MyNorthwest Staff

Montlake Bridge opens after month-long closure, more closures still ahead

After a month-long closure, the Montlake Bridge is open again. The state will still need five weekends of work to spruce up the mechanical systems.
5 years ago