Laura Scott
A year ago today: Treating the first coronavirus patient in the US
Exactly a year later, Dr. George Diaz joins the "COVID-19: Seattle" podcast to reflect on those earliest days of the pandemic, and make predictions for the year ahead.6 years ago
Nicole Jennings
Non-traditional classroom furniture plays role in back-to-school discussion
As school districts plan how to get kids back to in-person learning safely, different types of classroom furniture are being looked at.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Gov. Inslee, Amazon announce pop-up vaccine clinic in Seattle on Jan. 24
Gov. Inslee provided an update on the state's COVID-19 response, including Amazon's upcoming pop-up vaccination clinic to be held in Seattle on Sunday.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
On one year anniversary of first COVID case, WA remains short of vaccine goal
Jan. 21 marks one year since the first confirmed case of COVID in the United States, in Snohomish County. The state's vaccination effort is now underway.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Seattle judge rejects Parler’s request to force Amazon to restore hosting services
A Seattle judge issued a ruling Thursday, rejecting a request from Parler to force Amazon to temporarily restore its hosting services.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Bellevue students return to classroom, teachers push to wait until vaccination
Some teachers in the Bellevue School District say they will not return to the classroom until they have been vaccinated against COVID-19.6 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Boeing 737 MAX returns to the skies over Canada
A 737 MAX is flying in Canada on Thursday, as Boeing's once-troubled jet continues its gradual return to service across the globe.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Kshama Sawant calls for investigation after death threats from fire department email account
Seattle City Councilmember Kshama Sawant is calling for an investigation, after receiving multiple threatening messages from a city email account.6 years ago
Nicole Jennings
Gov. Inslee’s cap-and-invest proposal draws criticism from environmentalists
A climate change proposal from Gov. Inslee that would establish a cap-and-invest system is drawing questions and critiques from activists.6 years ago
Hanna Scott
Health care workers, businesses clash over bill to move state into Phase 2 of reopening
Health care workers and local businesses are divided over a proposal that would move Washington from Phase 1 to Phase 2 of reopening.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle police arrest three people during destruction downtown
Seattle police say they're monitoring a situation in downtown Seattle where a group is breaking windows and vandalizing buildings.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
More SPD officers under investigation for possible role in US Capitol attack
Two or three additional SPD officers were discovered to have been at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, and are now being investigated for their actions.6 years ago
Nicole Jennings
Petition grows against bill to mandate course and license for kayak, paddleboard use
A bill to set safety requirements for people using a kayak, canoe, or paddleboard is getting strong pushback from the paddle sport community.6 years ago
Kathryn Altena
Clarification of ‘combining worker groups’ when administering COVID vaccine
As part of changes to accelerate COVID vaccinations and avoid wasted doses, the state is allowing flexibility to combine worker groups in later tiers.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Judge removes Spiffy’s restraining order, still no indoor dining allowed
Spiffy's attorney says the restaurant stopped offering indoor dining service and has no intention to resume it while the COVID restrictions are in place.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
KIRO Radio hosts reflect on important lessons of last four years
Seattle's Morning news hosts Dave Ross and Colleen O'Brien look back on the many lessons we've learned over the last four years.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Three lanes of of NB I-5 in Seattle reopen after suspected DUI collision
All but one lane of northbound I-5 through Seattle near James Street is blocked, after a collision that saw two vehicles completely roll over.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington leaders, lawmakers react as Biden, Harris are sworn into office
As President Biden and Vice President Harris took the oath of office, Washington state's leaders and lawmakers expressed a range of emotions and reactions.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
WA hospitals hesitant to schedule, then cancel COVID vaccinations
Many hospitals in Washington say they won't follow the suggestion to try to speed up COVID vaccinations by making appointments then canceling them.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington DOH data dashboard now shows COVID vaccine progress
The Washington State Department of Health is displaying COVID-19 vaccine data on its data dashboard, showing progress statewide and by county.6 years ago
Kathryn Altena
Test trains running Northgate Link Extension before September opening
Test trains have started running the length of the Northgate Link Extension as three new stations prepare to open in September 2021.6 years ago
Kathryn Altena
Starbucks to help Washington improve efficiency at mass vaccination sites
Starbucks, as part of a state partnership, will assist with operational efficiency, scalable modeling, and human-centered design for mass vaccination sites.6 years ago
Hanna Scott
New bill could be game changer for WA behavioral health, suicide prevention
A new bill seeks to establish a network of mental health services for people going through a crisis, and potentially save lives in the process.6 years ago
