Second Metro bus driver dies of COVID-19 in Seattle
A second bus driver has died from complications related to COVID-19, according to a public transportation agency in Washington state.
Healthy Living: Temperature screenings, what to expect
Along with hand sanitizing stations and plexi-glass, you may also encounter temperature screenings at re-opening businesses, as a rise in temperature is one of the first measurable symptoms of COVID-19.
Surge in state COVID-19 cases driven by eastern Washington
The epicenter of the coronavirus in Washington has moved across the Cascades.
Trump plans fiery Rushmore rally amid coronavirus threat, protests
Trump, who has spoken forcefully against protesters who have tried to topple Confederate monuments and statues honoring those who have benefited from slavery, planned to target “the left wing mob and those practicing cancel culture," said a person familiar with his remarks.
Pediatricians recommend kids back in classrooms to the fullest extent possible
Tens of thousands of pediatricians across America are taking a stand on how they feel about schools this fall.
Jimmie Johnson 1st NASCAR driver to test positive for coronavirus
The 44-year-old Johnson is the first driver in any NASCAR series to test positive and the news Friday evening cast a shadow over the historic NASCAR-IndyCar doubleheader races coming up Saturday and Sunday. There was no indication any races would be affected.
Ocean Shores businesses prepare for busy weekend amid pandemic
Despite cases of COVID-19 rising, Washington's coastline communities are expecting an influx of people for the Independence Day weekend. It's unclear how many people are expected to show up tot he coast, but businesses, local government, and emergency responders are preparing.
More than 11 million people have COVID-19 across the world, according to Johns Hopkins
The milestone comes at a time when COVID-19 case numbers are surging in different parts of the world.
Fate of Washington economy could hinge on face covering compliance
Starting next week businesses will be required to turn away customers who do not follow Governor Jay Inslee’s new state-wide face cover mandate.
31 MLB players, 7 staff test positive for COVID-19, or 1.2%
The positive tests occurred among 19 of the 30 teams, according to results of the samples sent to the Sports Medicine Research and Testing Laboratory in South Jordan, Utah. There were 3,185 samples collected and tested through the first week of intake testing.
Taiwan offering fake flights to tourists yearning for travel experience amid pandemic
According to Reuters, the fake flights replicate the experience of traveling, despite passengers not actually going anywhere.
Should college-aged students take a gap year amid pandemic?
As colleges grapple with how to stay open this fall, many students are questioning whether to enroll at all.
MLB cancels 2020 All-Star Game at Dodger Stadium; LA will host in 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic, which has already disrupted the entire sports world, has forced league officials to rule out an all-star game for the first time since World War II.
Fauci says mutation of coronavirus spreads quickly: report
Fauci said research suggests Italy was devastated by a different strain of the coronavirus than the one that originated in Wuhan, China.
105 UW students in frat houses test positive for coronavirus
Health officials say the outbreak, along with cases among student athletes, is a troubling sign of what may be in store if colleges reopen in the fall.
What will the next coronavirus relief bill look like? Congress mulls stimulus checks and back-to-work bonus
As a recent coronavirus resurgence threatens to derail the U.S. economy's gradual recovery from the worst downturn since the Great Depression, the spike in cases has put added pressure on Congress to pass another round of fiscal aid.
WSU Head Football Coach Nick Rolovich pays it forward in Pullman
Long before WSU Head Football Coach Nick Rolovich even held practice with his new team, he’s left his mark on the community he now calls home.
Businesses respond to Inslee's mandate to slow reopening of Washington
Some local businesses say they understand and support the governor’s decision to slow down the re-opening of the state.
Inslee expands coronavirus mask order for businesses statewide, orders 2 week pause on advancing phases
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee announced Thursday that because of an increase in the rate of COVID-19 infection, starting next week, bar seating will no longer be permitted for counties currently in Phase 3 of the state’s four-stage reopening plan and businesses statewide will not be able to serve customers who don’t wear facial coverings.
Health officials warn of coronavirus transmission at a critical moment
Health officials warned Thursday afternoon that Covid-19 infections are rising across our state.