Family business on the brink as forecasters predict 300k COVID-19 deaths
The pandemic gripping our country is bound to get even worse say scientists who predict nearly 300,000 Americans will perish from COVID-19 by December.
The pandemic gripping our country is bound to get even worse say scientists who predict nearly 300,000 Americans will perish from COVID-19 by December.
Alaska Airlines no longer making face mask exemptions, banning passengers who refuse
Alaska Airlines has intensified its mask mandate as the coronavirus pandemic continues, requiring all passengers over the age of 2 to wear a facial covering — with no exceptions.
Alaska Airlines has intensified its mask mandate as the coronavirus pandemic continues, requiring all passengers over the age of 2 to wear a facial covering — with no exceptions.
Inslee releases guidelines for nursing home visitors amid COVID-19 pandemic
Gov. Jay Inslee has announced how visitors may return to nursing homes and other long term care facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Gov. Jay Inslee has announced how visitors may return to nursing homes and other long term care facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Stimulus check missing $500? IRS to start sending parents payments this week
The IRS will begin rectifying economic impact payment amounts for individuals who may not have received all that they were eligible for – and households can expect to receive the extra cash within the coming weeks.
The IRS will begin rectifying economic impact payment amounts for individuals who may not have received all that they were eligible for – and households can expect to receive the extra cash within the coming weeks.
What parents and students are saying about the school year
Governor Inslee says most schools should be online this year.
Governor Inslee says most schools should be online this year.
Laid-off workers endure loss of $600 federal aid amid COVID-19 pandemic
Around the country, across industries and occupations, millions of Americans thrown out of work because of the coronavirus are straining to afford the basics now that an extra $600 a week in federal unemployment benefits has expired.
Around the country, across industries and occupations, millions of Americans thrown out of work because of the coronavirus are straining to afford the basics now that an extra $600 a week in federal unemployment benefits has expired.
More than a third of US adults are using cleaning products incorrectly: CDC study
In trying to prevent the transmission of the novel coronavirus, more than a third of U.S. adults are putting their health at risk by using cleaning products incorrectly, according to a recent report.
In trying to prevent the transmission of the novel coronavirus, more than a third of U.S. adults are putting their health at risk by using cleaning products incorrectly, according to a recent report.
Ballard pie shop triples sales during COVID thanks to new business model
COVID-19 has been a seemingly never ending nightmare for small businesses, with many struggling to stay afloat and some having to close down permanently. But one local business owner says she’s found a way to make her business thrive.
COVID-19 has been a seemingly never ending nightmare for small businesses, with many struggling to stay afloat and some having to close down permanently. But one local business owner says she’s found a way to make her business thrive.
Most schools should go online-only and cancel sports, Inslee says
Gov. Jay Inslee said Wednesday that schools in the majority of Washington’s counties should strongly consider online-only learning for students this fall due to COVID-19 and canceling or postponing sports and all other in-person extracurricular activities.
Gov. Jay Inslee said Wednesday that schools in the majority of Washington’s counties should strongly consider online-only learning for students this fall due to COVID-19 and canceling or postponing sports and all other in-person extracurricular activities.
COVID-19 testing in the US is dropping, even as death toll rises
Officials attribute the drop largely to Americans getting discouraged over having to wait hours to get a test and days or weeks to find out the results.
Officials attribute the drop largely to Americans getting discouraged over having to wait hours to get a test and days or weeks to find out the results.
Space Needle reopens to visitors after upgrades
The Space Needle has installed ultraviolet lights designed to kill airborne viruses and bacteria, a fresh air circulation system in the elevators and reverse-ATM kiosks that will convert cash into card for a more touch-free experience.
The Space Needle has installed ultraviolet lights designed to kill airborne viruses and bacteria, a fresh air circulation system in the elevators and reverse-ATM kiosks that will convert cash into card for a more touch-free experience.
Wildfire smoke leads to new Covid-19 concerns
Local health officials are telling everyone to be prepared as wildfire smoke may create additional risks for people with COVID-19 and worsen symptoms.
Local health officials are telling everyone to be prepared as wildfire smoke may create additional risks for people with COVID-19 and worsen symptoms.
Moderna details coronavirus vaccine pricing as orders roll in
Small COVID-19 vaccine doses could cost $32-$37.
Small COVID-19 vaccine doses could cost $32-$37.
Clorox wipes won't be fully stocked in stores until 2021, CEO says
Clorox wipes have been a hot commodity since the pandemic started, leading to a shortage that will likely last for the rest of the 2020.
Clorox wipes have been a hot commodity since the pandemic started, leading to a shortage that will likely last for the rest of the 2020.
Tropic storm Isaias whips up eastern US, killing at least 6
At least six people were killed as Tropical Storm Isaias spawned tornadoes and dumped rain Tuesday along the U.S. East Coast after making landfall as a hurricane in North Carolina, where it caused floods and fires that displaced dozens of people.
At least six people were killed as Tropical Storm Isaias spawned tornadoes and dumped rain Tuesday along the U.S. East Coast after making landfall as a hurricane in North Carolina, where it caused floods and fires that displaced dozens of people.
Texas medical board warns physicians who claim COVID-19 cure
The Texas board that licenses doctors has warned physicians that it could take action against anyone who falsely advertises a cure for COVID-19.
The Texas board that licenses doctors has warned physicians that it could take action against anyone who falsely advertises a cure for COVID-19.
Mounting evidence shows masks may help avoid severe illness, even if you get COVID-19
Researchers and scientists are now learning that not only does wearing a mask reduce viral transmission, but it may also help you avoid major illness, even if you end up contracting the novel coronavirus.
Researchers and scientists are now learning that not only does wearing a mask reduce viral transmission, but it may also help you avoid major illness, even if you end up contracting the novel coronavirus.
Washington state flower shop fined $4,000 for mask violation
The owner of a plant nursery in Washington state has been fined $4,200 for failing to ensure a safe workplace and potentially exposing employees to the coronavirus after preventing them from wearing masks.
The owner of a plant nursery in Washington state has been fined $4,200 for failing to ensure a safe workplace and potentially exposing employees to the coronavirus after preventing them from wearing masks.
Washington teens hailed as heroes for saving deputy's life
The King County Sheriff's Office is honoring five young men after coming to the rescue of one of its deputies.
The King County Sheriff's Office is honoring five young men after coming to the rescue of one of its deputies.
FDA hand sanitizer recall widens to over 100 products
More than 100 "dangerous" hand sanitizers have made the Food and Drug Administration's rolling list of sanitizers that have been recalled due to the presence of a toxic chemical.
More than 100 "dangerous" hand sanitizers have made the Food and Drug Administration's rolling list of sanitizers that have been recalled due to the presence of a toxic chemical.