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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Health officials warned Thursday afternoon that Covid-19 infections are rising across our state.
Amid coronavirus spikes, COVID-19 testing demand is outpacing capacity, major test providers warn
The demand for coronavirus testing in the U.S. once again is beginning to outpace the supply.
The demand for coronavirus testing in the U.S. once again is beginning to outpace the supply.
Washington State Fairgrounds offers fair food to-go for three weekends in July
Starting Friday and for the next three weekends, you'll be able to get some of your Washington State Fair food favorites -- without waiting until September and without leaving your vehicle.
Starting Friday and for the next three weekends, you'll be able to get some of your Washington State Fair food favorites -- without waiting until September and without leaving your vehicle.
Washingtonians urged to stay close to home this holiday weekend as Covid cases spike
With Covid-19 numbers on the rise and the holiday weekend coming up, health officials are worried the combination could be disastrous.
With Covid-19 numbers on the rise and the holiday weekend coming up, health officials are worried the combination could be disastrous.
California creates ‘strike teams’ to enforce coronavirus guidelines
California is creating “strike teams” from 10 state agencies to enforce guidelines designed to slow the spread of the coronavirus, Gov. Gavin Newsom said Wednesday.
California is creating “strike teams” from 10 state agencies to enforce guidelines designed to slow the spread of the coronavirus, Gov. Gavin Newsom said Wednesday.
Walmart is turning 160 of its parking lots into drive-in theaters this summer
Walmart is converting dozens of its store parking lots in the US into drive-in movie theaters.
Walmart is converting dozens of its store parking lots in the US into drive-in movie theaters.
President Trump supports new round of direct coronavirus payments
President Trump also said he wants payments larger than the $1,200 the government sent to most individuals earlier this year.
President Trump also said he wants payments larger than the $1,200 the government sent to most individuals earlier this year.
Washington State Fair food to go
Washington State Fairgrounds are being transformed as a huge food-to-go venue, with state fair favorites available for pick-up the next three weekends in July.
Washington State Fairgrounds are being transformed as a huge food-to-go venue, with state fair favorites available for pick-up the next three weekends in July.
Health officials urge Washingtonians to stay close to home this holiday weekend
With Covid cases on the rise, public health officials are concerned that July 4th weekend travel will only make things worse.
With Covid cases on the rise, public health officials are concerned that July 4th weekend travel will only make things worse.
Wedding in India reportedly leads to death of groom and over 100 COVID-19 infections
More than 350 people have been tested due to contact tracing efforts as a result of the wedding, according to reports.
More than 350 people have been tested due to contact tracing efforts as a result of the wedding, according to reports.
Kroger gets emergency FDA approval for at-home coronavirus testing kit
The kit will only be available to front-line employees for now, but Kroger said it plans to expand availability to other companies and organizations soon.
The kit will only be available to front-line employees for now, but Kroger said it plans to expand availability to other companies and organizations soon.
Health experts slam US hoarding of only licensed virus drug
Health experts on Wednesday slammed the U.S. decision to hog nearly the entire global supply of remdesivir, the only drug licensed so far to treat COVID-19, warning that type of selfish behavior sets a dangerous precedent for attempts to share scarce treatments amid the pandemic.
Health experts on Wednesday slammed the U.S. decision to hog nearly the entire global supply of remdesivir, the only drug licensed so far to treat COVID-19, warning that type of selfish behavior sets a dangerous precedent for attempts to share scarce treatments amid the pandemic.
Pierce County hits the pause button as Covid cases rise
Health officials were preparing to submit a request for Pierce County to enter a modified Phase Two under the state's reopening plan, but county health epidemiologists have unanimously advised against the move amid a spike in Covid cases.
Health officials were preparing to submit a request for Pierce County to enter a modified Phase Two under the state's reopening plan, but county health epidemiologists have unanimously advised against the move amid a spike in Covid cases.
Mandating coronavirus face masks would strengthen US economy, Goldman Sachs says
A national face mask mandate would slow the spread of COVID-19 and potentially prevent the reinstatement of lockdowns that would wreak havoc on the U.S. economy, according to Goldman Sachs.
A national face mask mandate would slow the spread of COVID-19 and potentially prevent the reinstatement of lockdowns that would wreak havoc on the U.S. economy, according to Goldman Sachs.
Organizations look for unique ways to watch fireworks this July 4th
Many July 4th traditions are impacted this year due to COVID-19, but there are some alternative options for celebrating the holiday.
Many July 4th traditions are impacted this year due to COVID-19, but there are some alternative options for celebrating the holiday.