MyNorthwest Staff
More contagious strain of COVID-19 now detected in King County
The new COVID-19 variant strain that has been reported in many states, and in Washington, has now been detected in King County.6 years ago
Nicole Jennings
Local physical therapist: Neck, back problems arise from working at home
A local physical therapist has seen a huge uptick in neck, shoulder, and back problems caused by working from home in the wrong position.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
WA Superintendent Reykdal unveils plan to vaccinate state’s teachers
Washington Superintendent Chris Reykdal announced a new partnership Friday to fully vaccinate the state's teachers and school staff by the end of spring.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Head of WA unemployment office will assume expanded role at US Department of Labor
ESD head Suzi LeVine will soon be serving the Biden administration in a role that will see her helping states manage unemployment benefits.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Seattle to join move to Phase 2, but ‘still cause for concern for our region’
Despite concerns that Seattle might keep its restrictions, Mayor Durkan confirmed that she will allow the city to join the rest of the region in Phase 2.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Broken freezer sends hundreds to Seattle clinic in middle of the night for expiring vaccine doses
Hundreds of people roused themselves out of bed Thursday night, in hopes of receiving COVID-19 vaccine doses that were hours away from expiring.6 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Body discovered at recycling plant in Frederickson
A body was discovered at a recycling plant in Frederickson on Thursday, the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department said.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
COVID rates dropping in Whatcom County, the state’s previous hotspot
In Whatcom County, which was the state's hotspot two weeks ago, COVID-19 rates appear to be dropping after hitting an all-time high in January.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Two regions to move to Phase 2; Inslee announces change to reopening criteria
Regions in Washington must now only meet three metrics, not all four, to move to Phase 2. The Puget Sound and West regions will move forward Monday.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Four arrested in Bellingham as city workers clear camp at city hall
Four people were arrested Thursday for crimes, including disorderly conduct and assault third degree as city workers started to clear a homeless camp set up outside Bellingham City Hall.6 years ago
Nicole Jennings
Vaccine appointment process a confusing, long headache for Washingtonians
For many Washingtonians, getting a vaccine appointment is a nightmare -- and supply isn't expected to greatly increase in the near future.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Tacoma police union, community group at odds over investigation of officer driving through crowd
Tacoma's Police Union released a statement Wednesday, decrying criticism for an officer seen driving his car through a crowd of people over the weekend.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle reduces speed limits, adds new signals as part of initiative to end traffic deaths
Last year, Seattle made progress on its "Vision Zero" initiative, which has a goal to end traffic deaths and serious injuries on city streets by 2030.6 years ago
Hanna Scott
WA law enforcement, families of victims clash over independent investigations bill
A bill in the Washington Legislature that would strengthen independent investigations of police faces opposition from law enforcement.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Climate Pledge Arena construction hits key milestone ahead of fall opening
Construction on Seattle's Climate Pledge Arena hit a major milestone this week, as workers removed the last of temporary supports holding the roof up.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
People, belongings at Bellingham homeless camp must move by Friday
A tent encampment in front of Bellingham City Hall that started in mid-November has been given notice that all people and belongings must move by Friday.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Coast Guard suspends search for missing plane, pilot near Port Angeles
The U.S. Coast Guard and its Canadian partners are searching for an plane and pilot that went down in the waters off Port Angeles on Tuesday.6 years ago
Hanna Scott
Hundreds sign up to weigh in on WA bills to limit high capacity magazines, open carry
Despite the pandemic, lawmakers are making time for some of the more familiar proposals, including an effort to ban so-called high capacity magazines.6 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Boeing reports record $11.9 billion loss in 2020 amid pandemic, 737 MAX struggles
In a report released Wednesday, Boeing revealed that it suffered a nearly $12 billion loss in 2020, a record number for the company.6 years ago
Dave Ross
Ross: Tracing our struggles distributing the vaccine back to the source
How did we develop a vaccine so quickly, only to immediately struggle to get it into people's arms? Let's trace it all the way back to the source.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Gov. Inslee: Asking educators to return isn’t ‘asking more than we’ve asked for our grocery clerks’
Gov. Inslee believes schools in Washington state can open safely right now, and should, even before all educators and staff are able to be vaccinated.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Head of Washington State Department of Corrections to retire in May
Stephen Sinclair, Washington State Department of Corrections Secretary, announced he will retire this spring after more than three decades of service.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Gov. Inslee: Fed’s increased vaccine supply will help WA reach goal
Governor Jay Inslee said the new measures to accelerate the COVID-19 vaccine distribution statewide are working, though there's still a long way to go.6 years ago
