MyNorthwest Staff
Gov. Inslee announces relief for renters, businesses
Gov. Inslee announced on Wednesday new efforts to limit the impact of coronavirus on businesses, renters, and workers in Washington state.7 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Gov. Inslee: It’s my hope people shop at a normal pace
Among other things, Governor Inslee is calling on people to refrain from stockpiling or hoarding groceries.7 years ago
KIRO Nights
China expert: U.S. should model coronavirus response after Korea, Taiwan
Bradley Murg, a professor and China expert from SPU, believes there are better models than China for the U.S. to follow in its coronavirus response.7 years ago
Nick Bowman
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
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
Pierce County Sheriff’s Office: Criminals ‘not getting a pass’ during coronavirus outbreak
Law enforcement is't immune to concerns over coronavirus, with the Pierce County Sheriff's Office altering how it prioritizes the booking of crimes.7 years ago
Nick Bowman
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
Stephanie Klein
Relying on travel to survive, SeaTac suffers amidst virus outbreak
The coronavirus outbreak is crippling the economy across the nation, but the mayor of SeaTac says the impacts have already been noticeable and significant.7 years ago
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Costco coronavirus death days after ‘equity’ telecommuting ban
A Costco employee has died after testing positive for the coronavirus. This news comes days after Costco initially said they barred head office telecommuting due to "equity" concerns.7 years ago
Nicole Jennings
State government describes early relief measures for small business owners
Small business owners in Washington are wondering what to do with the coronavirus outbreak shutting down restaurants, bars, and more.7 years ago
Nicole Jennings
UW Medicine drive-through coronavirus testing opens for patients in Northgate
Drive up, swab your nose, drive away; the drive-through coronavirus testing facility at UW Medicine in Northgate is now open to patients by appointment.7 years ago
Dori Monson Show
State Superintendent says school closures likely to fall and beyond
State Superintendent Chris Reykdal told KIRO Radio's Dori Monson Show that without a vaccine, it's likely kids could be out of school until fall or beyond.7 years ago
Nick Bowman
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
MyNorthwest Staff
Graphs: Coronavirus cases across the US and Worldwide
Since the coronavirus appeared in China in Dec. 2019, the virus has spread to over 100 countries, including the United States. Follow these graphs for an idea of the spread of COVID-19.7 years ago
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Seattle Police self-quarantine after coronavirus exposure, building shut down
A janitor at a facility used by the Seattle Police tested positive for the coronavirus, according to an email obtained by the Jason Rantz Show. Now, there's fear that officers may have been exposed.7 years ago
Nick Bowman
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
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Dear partisans, please shut up about coronavirus
We're in the middle of a public health emergency and partisans on both sides won't stop spreading toxic, politically driven nonsense. Please shut up.7 years ago
Rachel Belle
For restaurants to survive the pandemic, order delivery and takeout
While some restaurants have shuttered, others are giving takeout a go. But either way, times are tough for the industry.7 years ago
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Coronavirus quarantines are starting — is Seattle next?
The United States and Europe are starting to see coronavirus quarantines. Is Seattle next? Possibly. And you shouldn't panic.7 years ago
Kathryn Altena
Durkan, Constantine ‘de-intensifying’ homeless shelters to slow spread
Local leaders are working to create more space in shelters to lower the risk of infection, and increase hygiene opportunities for homeless individuals.7 years ago
Ursula Reutin
Northwest Harvest changing tactics to feed the hungry
The clampdown to stop the spread of coronavirus is making it an even bigger challenge for Northwest Harvest to get food to low-income families.7 years ago
Nick Bowman
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
Nick Bowman
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
Nick Bowman
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
