Family invents ‘hug glove’ to safely embrace grandma on Mother’s Day
A family in Canada invented the “hug glove” in order to give their grandma hugs on Mother’s Day and it is precious.Carolyn Ellis, who lives in Guelph, Ontario, was not going to let the COVID-19 pandemic stop her from giving her mom a hug on Mother’s Day.
A family in Canada invented the “hug glove” in order to give their grandma hugs on Mother’s Day and it is precious.Carolyn Ellis, who lives in Guelph, Ontario, was not going to let the COVID-19 pandemic stop her from giving her mom a hug on Mother’s Day.
Local nurse returns from treating Covid-19 patients in hard-hit NYC
NEW YORK -- Of the more than 1.2 million cases of Covid-19 across the country, roughly 180,000 are in New York City alone.A local nurse who works in Olympia just returned from a trip to NYC to help ease the strain on the city's health care system.Christina Greenway spent three weeks caring for patients battling the virus at multiple facilities.
NEW YORK -- Of the more than 1.2 million cases of Covid-19 across the country, roughly 180,000 are in New York City alone.A local nurse who works in Olympia just returned from a trip to NYC to help ease the strain on the city's health care system.Christina Greenway spent three weeks caring for patients battling the virus at multiple facilities.
King County issues directive for face coverings at indoor public places, confined spaces
SEATTLE -- King County is joining a lengthy list of other counties and states across the country issuing directives on face masks in public in an effort to fight the spread of Covid-19.The new directive - announced at a virtual press conference Monday held by King County Executive Dow Costantine, Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan and Public Health Officer Jeff Duchin - says King County residents should wear a cloth face covering in indoor public spaces or confined spaces where social distancing is not possible.It's in line with the federal guidance issued by the Centers for Disease Control in Prevention in early April urging people, especially in areas hit hard by the spread of the coronavirus, to use rudimentary coverings like T-shirts, bandannas and non-medical masks to cover their faces while outdoors.
SEATTLE -- King County is joining a lengthy list of other counties and states across the country issuing directives on face masks in public in an effort to fight the spread of Covid-19.The new directive - announced at a virtual press conference Monday held by King County Executive Dow Costantine, Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan and Public Health Officer Jeff Duchin - says King County residents should wear a cloth face covering in indoor public spaces or confined spaces where social distancing is not possible.It's in line with the federal guidance issued by the Centers for Disease Control in Prevention in early April urging people, especially in areas hit hard by the spread of the coronavirus, to use rudimentary coverings like T-shirts, bandannas and non-medical masks to cover their faces while outdoors.
Tacoma mayor, faith leaders host 'Interfaith Drive-In' to inspire hope amid COVID-19
TACOMA - The City of Tacoma recognizes many people are struggling with stress, anxiety and uncertainty during the COVID-19 pandemic.Mayor Victoria Woodards and area faith leaders are hosting their first “Interfaith Drive-In” at 6 p.m. Monday at Cheney Stadium to safely bring the community together to share words of encouragement and support.“I felt like it was the right thing to do,” said Woodard. “I know that just like every other crisis, we will get through this.”People of all different religious backgrounds and views are welcome to participate in the special event.
TACOMA - The City of Tacoma recognizes many people are struggling with stress, anxiety and uncertainty during the COVID-19 pandemic.Mayor Victoria Woodards and area faith leaders are hosting their first “Interfaith Drive-In” at 6 p.m. Monday at Cheney Stadium to safely bring the community together to share words of encouragement and support.“I felt like it was the right thing to do,” said Woodard. “I know that just like every other crisis, we will get through this.”People of all different religious backgrounds and views are welcome to participate in the special event.
Giant potato giveaway comes to Tacoma Dome
TACOMA -- Potato farmers of Washington are doing what they can to help those struggling amid the COVID-19 crisis.The Washington State Potato Commission plans to give out 200,000 pounds of potatoes Thursday at the Tacoma Dome.
TACOMA -- Potato farmers of Washington are doing what they can to help those struggling amid the COVID-19 crisis.The Washington State Potato Commission plans to give out 200,000 pounds of potatoes Thursday at the Tacoma Dome.
Three more counties approved for Phase 2 reopening
TACOMA, Wash. -- Three more counties in Washington state - Wahkiakum, Skamania, and Stevens - have been given the green light to move into Phase 2 of Gov.
TACOMA, Wash. -- Three more counties in Washington state - Wahkiakum, Skamania, and Stevens - have been given the green light to move into Phase 2 of Gov.
White House recommends testing all nursing home residents and staff
WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House is recommending that all nursing home residents and staff be tested for the new coronavirus in the next two weeks.Vice President Mike Pence, who leads the White House coronavirus task force, told governors on a video conference call Monday that it’s the federal government’s strong recommendation that such testing be done.Dr.
WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House is recommending that all nursing home residents and staff be tested for the new coronavirus in the next two weeks.Vice President Mike Pence, who leads the White House coronavirus task force, told governors on a video conference call Monday that it’s the federal government’s strong recommendation that such testing be done.Dr.
White House directs staffers to wear masks in West Wing amid virus cases close to president
WASHINGTON - Amid the push to “reopen,” President Donald Trump is confronting cases of the coronavirus in his own home as the White House on Monday began requiring staffers to wear masks when entering the West Wing.Two known cases of COVID-19 among staffers in one of the most-protected complexes in America have sent three of the nation's top medical experts into quarantine and Vice President Mike Pence into “self-isolation.”A memo sent Monday to White House staff said "everyone who enters the West Wing to wear a mask or facial covering.”Staff will not be required to wear a facial covering while at their desks if they're socially distanced from colleagues, but people are to avoid unnecessary visits to West Wing, the memo said.Trump himself is still not expected to wear a mask.The scare comes as the White House this week is emphasizing to the American people the steps being taken to assure their safety — in hopes that will coax them to resume normal activities.“This week - you’ll hear the @WhiteHouse talk about preparedness & confidence,” tweeted Alyssa Farah, the White House director of strategic communications. “The Trump Admin is working around the clock to build our testing capacity, grow our PPE stockpiles, distribute therapeutics, & get $ to states to SAFELY reopen in a way Americans can have CONFIDENCE in.”Yet, that message was undercut by the exposure of senior government officials to positive cases at the White House itself.Pence on Monday led the White House's weekly call with governors from an isolated room, after his press secretary tested positive Friday.
WASHINGTON - Amid the push to “reopen,” President Donald Trump is confronting cases of the coronavirus in his own home as the White House on Monday began requiring staffers to wear masks when entering the West Wing.Two known cases of COVID-19 among staffers in one of the most-protected complexes in America have sent three of the nation's top medical experts into quarantine and Vice President Mike Pence into “self-isolation.”A memo sent Monday to White House staff said "everyone who enters the West Wing to wear a mask or facial covering.”Staff will not be required to wear a facial covering while at their desks if they're socially distanced from colleagues, but people are to avoid unnecessary visits to West Wing, the memo said.Trump himself is still not expected to wear a mask.The scare comes as the White House this week is emphasizing to the American people the steps being taken to assure their safety — in hopes that will coax them to resume normal activities.“This week - you’ll hear the @WhiteHouse talk about preparedness & confidence,” tweeted Alyssa Farah, the White House director of strategic communications. “The Trump Admin is working around the clock to build our testing capacity, grow our PPE stockpiles, distribute therapeutics, & get $ to states to SAFELY reopen in a way Americans can have CONFIDENCE in.”Yet, that message was undercut by the exposure of senior government officials to positive cases at the White House itself.Pence on Monday led the White House's weekly call with governors from an isolated room, after his press secretary tested positive Friday.
Tacoma 'postpones' city's 4th of July celebration and fireworks show
The city of Tacoma said Monday that the "Fourth of July T-Town Family 4th celebration" would be postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic.
The city of Tacoma said Monday that the "Fourth of July T-Town Family 4th celebration" would be postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Study: Virus death toll in NYC worse than official tally
NEW YORK (AP) — New York City’s death toll from the coronavirus may be thousands of fatalities worse than the tally kept by the city and state, according to an analysis released Monday by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
NEW YORK (AP) — New York City’s death toll from the coronavirus may be thousands of fatalities worse than the tally kept by the city and state, according to an analysis released Monday by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Receiving extra coronavirus unemployment benefits? How to avoid a big tax hit
More than 33 million American workers are currently collecting unemployment benefits as a result of the coronavirus-induced lockdown throughout the nation — but that money, including the extra $600 weekly payment, is not tax-free.Unemployment benefits vary by state, but the massive economic-relief package signed into law at the end of March sweetened the aid for all beneficiaries with an additional $600 per week until July 31, 2020.
More than 33 million American workers are currently collecting unemployment benefits as a result of the coronavirus-induced lockdown throughout the nation — but that money, including the extra $600 weekly payment, is not tax-free.Unemployment benefits vary by state, but the massive economic-relief package signed into law at the end of March sweetened the aid for all beneficiaries with an additional $600 per week until July 31, 2020.
AP source: MLB owners approve plan to start season in July
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball owners gave the go-ahead Monday to making a proposal to the players’ union that could lead to the coronavirus-delayed season starting around the Fourth of July weekend in ballparks without fans, a plan that envisioned expanding the designated hitter to the National League for 2020.
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball owners gave the go-ahead Monday to making a proposal to the players’ union that could lead to the coronavirus-delayed season starting around the Fourth of July weekend in ballparks without fans, a plan that envisioned expanding the designated hitter to the National League for 2020.
Coronavirus causes crisis at local transit agencies
The coronavirus pandemic has plunged Puget Sound-area transit agencies into crisis-planning mode, as ridership and revenue has plunged and predictions that people won’t be returning to buses and trains in large numbers anytime soon.
The coronavirus pandemic has plunged Puget Sound-area transit agencies into crisis-planning mode, as ridership and revenue has plunged and predictions that people won’t be returning to buses and trains in large numbers anytime soon.
West Seattle restaurant paying it forward is burglarized
A pizza restaurant in West Seattle was broken into and damaged on Saturday morning. Surveillance video captured two suspects finding their way in through the back door and using tools to smash through the wall.
A pizza restaurant in West Seattle was broken into and damaged on Saturday morning. Surveillance video captured two suspects finding their way in through the back door and using tools to smash through the wall.
Restart or re-stop? Economies reopen but chaos abounds
PARIS -- Pastic barriers and millions of masks appeared Monday on the streets of Europe's newly reopened cities, as France and Belgium emerged from lockdowns, the Netherlands sent children back to school and Greece and Spain further eased restrictions.
PARIS -- Pastic barriers and millions of masks appeared Monday on the streets of Europe's newly reopened cities, as France and Belgium emerged from lockdowns, the Netherlands sent children back to school and Greece and Spain further eased restrictions.
Sea-Tac Airport to require face coverings for all workers and passengers
SEATTLE -- Sea-Tac Airport will require all passengers, visitors and employees to wear face coverings in public areas of the airport starting May 18.“Airport workers keep our region’s supply chain moving and support safe essential travel,” said Port of Seattle Executive Director Steve Metruck. “I am deeply grateful for the dedication they bring to their work.
SEATTLE -- Sea-Tac Airport will require all passengers, visitors and employees to wear face coverings in public areas of the airport starting May 18.“Airport workers keep our region’s supply chain moving and support safe essential travel,” said Port of Seattle Executive Director Steve Metruck. “I am deeply grateful for the dedication they bring to their work.
'It's like a gold rush for them:' Seattle FBI says thieves are cashing in big on COVID scams
Fraudsters capitalizing on people at their lowest point, it's an issue that law enforcement says is only getting worse.Unemployment fraud, stimulus check ripoffs, even romance COVID-19 scams: it's taking a big toll on people's finances and taking away from crucial resources."It's like a gold-rush for them really.
Fraudsters capitalizing on people at their lowest point, it's an issue that law enforcement says is only getting worse.Unemployment fraud, stimulus check ripoffs, even romance COVID-19 scams: it's taking a big toll on people's finances and taking away from crucial resources."It's like a gold-rush for them really.
Historic Concrete Theater holds pop-up Popcorn Parade
CONCRETE, Wash., -- While many of us are stuck home and binge watching TV shows or watching the latest movie release, how much better would that all be with a big bucket of buttery popcorn?If you are up for the drive or in the area, you can get your movie theater popcorn fix in Skagit County Saturday night.The owner of the Concrete Theater held its first "pop-up popcorn parade" two weeks ago and it was a huge success, with the theater selling more than 175 tubs of popcorn to benefit the concrete community center.While the theater remains closed, community members are once again going to be slinging the buttery goodness along main street Saturday night, this time to help out with the theater’s expansion, which was built back in 1923!They are selling large tubs of popcorn for $5.
CONCRETE, Wash., -- While many of us are stuck home and binge watching TV shows or watching the latest movie release, how much better would that all be with a big bucket of buttery popcorn?If you are up for the drive or in the area, you can get your movie theater popcorn fix in Skagit County Saturday night.The owner of the Concrete Theater held its first "pop-up popcorn parade" two weeks ago and it was a huge success, with the theater selling more than 175 tubs of popcorn to benefit the concrete community center.While the theater remains closed, community members are once again going to be slinging the buttery goodness along main street Saturday night, this time to help out with the theater’s expansion, which was built back in 1923!They are selling large tubs of popcorn for $5.