County officials: King County could be in Phase 2 as soon as Friday
SEATTLE -- King County could soon be headed into Phase 2 of the state's reopening plan, meaning more businesses could double their capacity.
SEATTLE -- King County could soon be headed into Phase 2 of the state's reopening plan, meaning more businesses could double their capacity.
Southcenter Mall in Tukwila reopens doors to customers
TUKWILA, Wash.--Shoppers finally got to go inside the Westfield Southcenter Mall in Tukwila once again. The mall opened its doors on Monday, after closing in March due to the COVID-19 pandemic and state-wide order to close businesses and monitor large crowds.
TUKWILA, Wash.--Shoppers finally got to go inside the Westfield Southcenter Mall in Tukwila once again. The mall opened its doors on Monday, after closing in March due to the COVID-19 pandemic and state-wide order to close businesses and monitor large crowds.
Seattle City Council passes bill to give food delivery workers premium pay during COVID-19
SEATTLE -- Seattle City Council members on Monday passed Council Bill 119799, requiring premium pay for all gig workers working for food delivery companies during the coronavirus public health crisis.
SEATTLE -- Seattle City Council members on Monday passed Council Bill 119799, requiring premium pay for all gig workers working for food delivery companies during the coronavirus public health crisis.
Extra $600 in unemployment benefits ends next month, what happens then?
The extra $600 a week in unemployment benefits put in place to help Americans who lost their jobs during the coronavirus pandemic is set to expire at the end of July, but lawmakers are at odds over additional aid for the tens of millions of individuals who are still out of work.
The extra $600 a week in unemployment benefits put in place to help Americans who lost their jobs during the coronavirus pandemic is set to expire at the end of July, but lawmakers are at odds over additional aid for the tens of millions of individuals who are still out of work.
COVID-19 infections rising in Washington; health officials plead for public to wear face coverings
SEATTLE – COVID-19 cases are on the rise in Washington, and health officials warn the risk is not over.
SEATTLE – COVID-19 cases are on the rise in Washington, and health officials warn the risk is not over.
Uncertain future for childcare services as counties move toward COVID-19 recovery
Nearly 1,200 childcare programs across Washington are temporarily closed due to the impacts of COVID-19. As the health crisis continues, the threat of more facilities closing could make it harder for parents to find a place for their kids.
Nearly 1,200 childcare programs across Washington are temporarily closed due to the impacts of COVID-19. As the health crisis continues, the threat of more facilities closing could make it harder for parents to find a place for their kids.
House demands coronavirus loan info from Treasury, banks
WASHINGTON (AP) — A House subcommittee investigating billions of dollars in coronavirus aid is demanding that the Treasury Department, the Small Business Administration and several large banks turn over detailed information about which businesses applied for and received federal loans.
WASHINGTON (AP) — A House subcommittee investigating billions of dollars in coronavirus aid is demanding that the Treasury Department, the Small Business Administration and several large banks turn over detailed information about which businesses applied for and received federal loans.
US revokes emergency use of malaria drugs for coronavirus
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. regulators on Monday revoked emergency authorization for malaria drugs promoted by President Donald Trump for treating COVID-19 amid growing evidence they don’t work and could cause deadly side effects.
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. regulators on Monday revoked emergency authorization for malaria drugs promoted by President Donald Trump for treating COVID-19 amid growing evidence they don’t work and could cause deadly side effects.
National Institutes of Health evaluating drugs prescribed to children with COVID-19
Researchers funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have launched an effort to evaluate drugs prescribed to infants, children and adolescents across the country that were diagnosed with COVID-19.
Researchers funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have launched an effort to evaluate drugs prescribed to infants, children and adolescents across the country that were diagnosed with COVID-19.
Baseball players say continued talks are futile, tell MLB to order return
NEW YORK-- Baseball players told Major League Baseball additional talks to start the season during the coronavirus pandemic are pointless and said owners should order a return to work, which likely would spark lengthy litigation and the sport's return to labor wars.
NEW YORK-- Baseball players told Major League Baseball additional talks to start the season during the coronavirus pandemic are pointless and said owners should order a return to work, which likely would spark lengthy litigation and the sport's return to labor wars.
COVID-19 cases on the rise in Washington state, health department says
SEATTLE — The Washington Department of Health says coronavirus infections are on the increase in the eastern and western sides of the state.
SEATTLE — The Washington Department of Health says coronavirus infections are on the increase in the eastern and western sides of the state.
UW holds first online graduation commencement ceremony in 159-year history
SEATTLE -- On Saturday, 18,000 graduates from across all three UW campuses -- Seattle, Bothell and Tacoma --celebrated from their homes in a live commencement provided on the university's YouTube page and website.
SEATTLE -- On Saturday, 18,000 graduates from across all three UW campuses -- Seattle, Bothell and Tacoma --celebrated from their homes in a live commencement provided on the university's YouTube page and website.
AG filed lawsuit against Redmond company claiming to have created COVID vaccine 'in half a day'
SEATTLE--We've heard about a lot of scammers using the pandemic to their benefit.
SEATTLE--We've heard about a lot of scammers using the pandemic to their benefit.
Many parents don't know how to feel after the state's green light to bring kids back into classrooms this fall
Parents have mixed feelings just a day after Washington state announced that districts would be expected to welcome students back into classrooms this fall.
Parents have mixed feelings just a day after Washington state announced that districts would be expected to welcome students back into classrooms this fall.
Local businesses hope Southcenter Mall reopening revives revenues
TUKWILA, Wash. – The largest shopping mall in our region is making preparations to reopen after coronavirus shuttered doors and cratered our economy.Westfield Southcenter announced it will reopen Monday and customers should see modified hours of operation and safety measures meant to keep shoppers and employees healthy.While some business owners see the move as a positive step in the right direction, some worry about the continued threat from COVID-19.Marta Hardin owns Divalani Style Boutique and her store is directly across the street from the mall.
TUKWILA, Wash. – The largest shopping mall in our region is making preparations to reopen after coronavirus shuttered doors and cratered our economy.Westfield Southcenter announced it will reopen Monday and customers should see modified hours of operation and safety measures meant to keep shoppers and employees healthy.While some business owners see the move as a positive step in the right direction, some worry about the continued threat from COVID-19.Marta Hardin owns Divalani Style Boutique and her store is directly across the street from the mall.
Some states hit pause, others press on amid spike in coronavirus
Utah and Oregon put any further reopenings of their economies on hold amid a spike in coronavirus cases, but there was no turning back Friday in such states as Texas, California, Arkansas and Arizona despite flashing warning signs there, too.
Utah and Oregon put any further reopenings of their economies on hold amid a spike in coronavirus cases, but there was no turning back Friday in such states as Texas, California, Arkansas and Arizona despite flashing warning signs there, too.
School community reacts to new health guidelines for school next year
PIERCE COUNTY, Wash. -- The school community is reacting to the Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal’s announcement on reopening schools this fall.“First of all, to hear him say we’re opening school was kind of -- I had mixed emotions.
PIERCE COUNTY, Wash. -- The school community is reacting to the Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal’s announcement on reopening schools this fall.“First of all, to hear him say we’re opening school was kind of -- I had mixed emotions.
Alaska Airlines expects 3,000 jobs cut by 2021 amid pandemic
SEATTLE -- Alaska Airlines plans to cut 3,000 jobs by next year amid the downturn in revenue for airline travel after the onset of the coronavirus pandemic.In a company statement, the airline says job cuts are anticipated to start in October 2020.
SEATTLE -- Alaska Airlines plans to cut 3,000 jobs by next year amid the downturn in revenue for airline travel after the onset of the coronavirus pandemic.In a company statement, the airline says job cuts are anticipated to start in October 2020.
The future of faith: Pandemic, economic crisis and social unrest have many turning to faith for answers
There is no doubt, these are trying and uncertain times. Many people are struggling and looking for a place to turn.
There is no doubt, these are trying and uncertain times. Many people are struggling and looking for a place to turn.