Congress set to rescind COVID-19 vaccine mandate for military members
The COVID-19 vaccine mandate for members of the U.S. military would be rescinded under the annual defense bill heading for a vote this week in Congress, ending a directive that helped ensure the vast majority of troops were vaccinated but also raised concerns that it harmed recruitment and retention.
DoorDash to cut 1,250 corporate jobs after COVID-19 pandemic hiring surge
Delivery company DoorDash is eliminating more than 1,200 corporate jobs, about 6% of its total workforce, saying it hired too many people when demand for its services increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Rolovich sues WSU, Gov. Inslee over firing for refusing vaccine
Former Washington State football coach Nick Rolovich has sued the university and Gov. Jay Inslee after he was fired last year for refusing to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Washington's COVID-19 state of emergency ends Monday
Washington state's COVID-19 state of emergency and remaining emergency proclamations will end Oct. 31.
Washington's health leaders urge caution this winter as respiratory viruses spread
On Thursday during a media briefing, state health officials said the public should still be mindful of COVID-19 and cautious of other respiratory viruses emerging throughout the state that could challenge hospitals in a way that hasn’t been seen before.
AG: Center for COVID Control owners barred from doing business in Washington
The Center for COVID Control—a coronavirus testing company lambasted by the Attorney General as a ‘scam’—is now permanently barred from doing business in Washington.
US warned to prepare as COVID cases rise in Europe
Under 15 million Americans have received the latest booster shots.
2 friends walking to Mariners playoff game from Mill Creek after losing bet
Two friends will be embarking on a journey they once joked about but didn't think would come to fruition– walking over 20 miles to To-Mobile Park from Mill Creek to watch the Seattle Mariners in the playoffs.
Make-a-Wish child and cancer survivor will run bases at Saturday's Mariners game
12-year-old Kairav Sapru rounded the bases on the field at T-Mobile Park Thursday in preparation for Saturday’s Mariners game in Seattle.
Fall COVID-19 surge could happen in Pacific Northwest
The top health officer in Washington state’s most populous county said Thursday that a fall and winter COVID surge is likely headed to the Pacific Northwest after months of relatively low case levels.
Millions of people may still be eligible for COVID-19 stimulus checks, but the deadline is coming up
Based on IRS and Treasury data, there could be between 9 and 10 million people who have not yet received their payments.
Seattle to end COVID-19 emergency order Oct. 31
The City of Seattle will end its COVID-19 emergency proclamation on Oct. 31.
Tacoma firefighter/paramedic creates documentary highlighting need for mental health support
A firefighter/paramedic for the City of Tacoma has spent the last year working with his crew to create a documentary highlighting the need for mental health attention for all firefighters.
High school linebacker raises money for veterans by making big plays on the field
One teenager in Snohomish County is dedicating his senior year football season to raise awareness and money for veterans.
High School linebacker raises money for veterans by making big plays
One teenager in Snohomish County is dedicating his senior-year football season to raise awareness, and money for veterans.
23 former Seattle firefighters sue city, chief over firings due to vaccine mandate
The city of Seattle and Chief Harold Scoggins are facing a lawsuit from a group of 23 former Seattle firefighters for religious discrimination and wage theft. The suit is tied to the firefighters’ decision to not get vaccinated.
‘This is your chance to chime in’: Emergency Management wants the public’s input on WA's COVID response
The Washington State Emergency Management (WEMD) agency is asking the public to share their input on how state leaders handled the COVID-19 pandemic.
WSU researchers discover 'COVID-like' virus immune to current vaccines
Researchers at Washington State University discovered a new COVID-like virus in Russian bats that, if it infected humans, would resist current vaccines.
State employees likely to get $1K bonuses for COVID booster
Under a tentative deal Washington state employees would get $1,000 bonuses for receiving a COVID-19 booster shot.
Health officials: Get updated COVID-19 booster, flu shot
Health officials in Washington’s most populous county are urging people to get the new COVID-19 booster.