Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
DSA President calls for creative, urgent action to support Seattle businesses
Downtown Seattle Association President Jon Scholes encourages supporting the local economy however you can while following public health guidelines.7 years ago
Nick Bowman
How Seattle Flu Study defied federal government to test for coronavirus
The Seattle Flu Study tried testing for coronavirus in Washington for weeks, defying the federal government in a bid to track the illness back in February.7 years ago
Dave Ross
Ross: When hiding is the best way to avoid coronavirus
As advanced as we are as a civilization, the only way we can fight the ongoing spread of coronavirus at the moment is to hide.7 years ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
Expert: Washington could need ‘complete lockdown’ to fully stop coronavirus
While a measure to ban all events over 250 people in three counties could prove effective, truly slowing the spread of coronavirus in Washington could require even more extreme measures.7 years ago
Kathryn Altena
Experts explain why social distancing is crucial for curbing coronavirus spread
Dr. Jeff Duchin said social distancing and interaction restrictions are essential to help slow the spread of coronavirus based on research from Fred Hutch.7 years ago
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Seattle’s ‘The Stranger’ asks for donations during coronavirus crisis
Seattle's alt-weekly newspaper The Stranger posted a plea for donations to help it survive the coronavirus crisis. We should step up and help them because diversity of opinion in the media is important.7 years ago
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Are Seattle-area movie theaters safe or banned during coronavirus?
After Governor Jay Inslee announced restrictions on social gatherings over 250, with more severe restrictions in King County, some wondered if movie theaters were impacted by the coronavirus guidance.7 years ago
Nicole Jennings
Chinatown, International District restaurants feel the pinch of coronavirus
With the coronavirus beginning in Wuhan, China, restaurants in Seattle's Chinatown have noticed a huge drop in customers.7 years ago
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Sloppy messaging by Inslee creates confusion on coronavirus
Governor Jay Inslee announced emergency measures to stall the spread and mitigate the impact of coronavirus. But some unintentional, sloppy messaging created unnecessary confusion. It needs to be addressed before it turns into panic.7 years ago
Nick Bowman
Schools in Seattle, Bellevue, Lake Washington, Shoreline to close for at least next two weeks
In the wake of a sweeping ban on all events with over 250 people in three Washington counties, Seattle has opted to close all of its public schools for at least the next two weeks.7 years ago
Nick Bowman
Researchers believe there could be hundreds of untested coronavirus cases in Washington
Researchers have been able to determine that the state could have close to 1,100 cases of coronavirus, a large majority of which have yet to be tested for.7 years ago
Nick Bowman
Gov. Inslee announces ban on large events in trio of Washington counties
Gov. Jay Inslee announced a ban Wednesday on large gatherings and events of 250 people or more in King, Pierce, and Snohomish Counties.7 years ago
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Coronavirus scare foreshadows impacts if Amazon leaves Seattle
The coronavirus has had a direct -- and indirect -- impact on Seattle businesses. It should be seen as foreshadowing what would happen to Seattle if Amazon is pushed away by a greedy, anti-business city.7 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Bernie Sanders takes slight early lead in Washington state Primary
In early results from the Washington state primary released Tuesday night, Bernie Sanders has a very slight lead over Joe Biden.7 years ago
Kathryn Altena
National Weather Service: ‘Increasing confidence’ of weekend storm
A weekend storm could bring rain, strong winds, mountain snow, and cold temperatures to the region starting Friday, with a chance for lowland snow.7 years ago
Kathryn Altena
More than half of Washington coronavirus cases are ages 60 or above
In Washington state, 56 percent of the confirmed coronavirus cases are people age 60 or above, and 22 percent are those who are 80 or older.7 years ago
Nick Bowman
Traffic study confirms fewer people commuting to work
A recent analysis reveals that as more people have begun working from home amid Washington's coronavirus outbreak, traffic has trended dramatically downward.7 years ago
Nick Bowman
Gov. Inslee details new rules for nursing homes to curb coronavirus spread
Governor Jay Inslee has outlined a list of new requirements for nursing homes and long-term care facilities in an effort to limit the spread of coronavirus among elderly, at-risk residents.7 years ago
Dave Ross
Ross: UW lab now offering large-scale coronavirus tests in Seattle
The University of Washington's virology lab is now opening up large-scale testing, as it continues its bid to track coronavirus statewide.7 years ago
Nick Bowman
How coronavirus is affecting Washington’s presidential primary
With Washington set for its presidential primary Tuesday, the state has taken measures to ensure that the recent coronavirus outbreak doesn't stand in the way of voters.7 years ago
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Seattle Schools needlessly exposing kids to coronavirus over social justice
Seattle Public Schools are needlessly exposing children to the coronavirus thanks to a social justice lens they use to make district-wide decisions.7 years ago
Kathryn Altena
Sen. O’Ban proposes bill to protect voter privacy in presidential primary
The 2020 presidential primary in Washington state requires voters to declare a party affiliation on the outside of the mailing envelope.7 years ago
Nick Bowman
Kaiser Washington launches coronavirus vaccine study in downtown Seattle
At least nine separate companies are working to develop a coronavirus vaccine, including Kaiser Permanente Washington in Seattle.7 years ago
