Coronavirus-infected Washington state woman gives birth while in induced coma
A Washington woman infected with the novel coronavirus says she is a “miracle walking” after giving birth to a baby girl while in a medically induced coma.Angela Primachenko, 27, of Vancouver, was 33 weeks pregnant when she tested positive for COVID-19.
A Washington woman infected with the novel coronavirus says she is a “miracle walking” after giving birth to a baby girl while in a medically induced coma.Angela Primachenko, 27, of Vancouver, was 33 weeks pregnant when she tested positive for COVID-19.
Pierce County correctional officers 'sounding alarm' for not being given enough PPE
On Monday, the president of the Pierce County Corrections Guild issued a press release demanding the county and the Pierce County Sheriff's Department give them more Personal Protective Equipment or PPE.
On Monday, the president of the Pierce County Corrections Guild issued a press release demanding the county and the Pierce County Sheriff's Department give them more Personal Protective Equipment or PPE.
Inslee: 950 nonviolent offenders will get early release to fight spread of coronavirus in state prisons
OLYMPIA -- The state Department of Corrections will grant early release to 950 inmates in an effort to fight the spread of COVID-19 in state prisons.Gov.
OLYMPIA -- The state Department of Corrections will grant early release to 950 inmates in an effort to fight the spread of COVID-19 in state prisons.Gov.
West Seattle Art Walk goes virtual for April, artists navigate online sales
SEATTLE -- Washington's "Stay Home, Stay Healthy" order, signed by Gov.
SEATTLE -- Washington's "Stay Home, Stay Healthy" order, signed by Gov.
Confirmed cases of COVID-19 surpass 2 million worldwide
New York's coronavirus death toll topped 10,000 even as the lack of fresh hot spots in the U.S. or elsewhere in the world yielded a ray of optimism and fueled discussions Monday about how some places might begin to reopen.
New York's coronavirus death toll topped 10,000 even as the lack of fresh hot spots in the U.S. or elsewhere in the world yielded a ray of optimism and fueled discussions Monday about how some places might begin to reopen.
Most COVID-19 stimulus deposits to be received by Wednesday, Mnuchin says
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said he expects that more than 80 million Americans should have tax rebates directly deposited into the bank accounts by Wednesday.Many Americans qualify for tax credits approved as part of legislation designed to boost the economy as the country responds to the new coronavirus.RELATED: A guide to surviving financially as the bills come dueUnder the program, single filers received $1,200 and joint filers $2,400, though it phases out for higher incomes.Individuals who make up to $75,000 per year as well as couples who make up to $150,000 per year should expect to receive the full amount of the stimulus check.RELATED: People behind in child support payments may not qualify for coronavirus stimulus checkThe payment is reduced by five percent of every dollar above the income mark of $75,000 per year and individuals who make over $99,000 as well as couples with a combined income of more than $198,000 will not qualify.Joint filers who $198,000 or more per year are also exempt from receiving payment.The stimulus provides one-time direct payments to Americans of $1,200 per adult making up to $75,000 a year and $2,400 to a married couple making up to $150,000, with $500 payments per child.For those who don’t get their money by Wednesday, Mnuchin said the IRS will have a website available that would allow people to plug in information and allow for their direct deposit to take place quickly.RELATED: Social Security recipients who don’t file taxes will get automatic stimulus payments, Treasury saysMnuchin said Social Security beneficiaries don’t have to do anything.
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said he expects that more than 80 million Americans should have tax rebates directly deposited into the bank accounts by Wednesday.Many Americans qualify for tax credits approved as part of legislation designed to boost the economy as the country responds to the new coronavirus.RELATED: A guide to surviving financially as the bills come dueUnder the program, single filers received $1,200 and joint filers $2,400, though it phases out for higher incomes.Individuals who make up to $75,000 per year as well as couples who make up to $150,000 per year should expect to receive the full amount of the stimulus check.RELATED: People behind in child support payments may not qualify for coronavirus stimulus checkThe payment is reduced by five percent of every dollar above the income mark of $75,000 per year and individuals who make over $99,000 as well as couples with a combined income of more than $198,000 will not qualify.Joint filers who $198,000 or more per year are also exempt from receiving payment.The stimulus provides one-time direct payments to Americans of $1,200 per adult making up to $75,000 a year and $2,400 to a married couple making up to $150,000, with $500 payments per child.For those who don’t get their money by Wednesday, Mnuchin said the IRS will have a website available that would allow people to plug in information and allow for their direct deposit to take place quickly.RELATED: Social Security recipients who don’t file taxes will get automatic stimulus payments, Treasury saysMnuchin said Social Security beneficiaries don’t have to do anything.
California will release plan about lifting coronavirus constraints
California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he will announce a detailed plan Tuesday for lifting coronavirus restrictions, a decision he says will be made without “political pressure,” an apparent reference to President Donald Trump declaring himself the ultimate decision-maker for when states can reopen.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom says he will announce a detailed plan Tuesday for lifting coronavirus restrictions, a decision he says will be made without “political pressure,” an apparent reference to President Donald Trump declaring himself the ultimate decision-maker for when states can reopen.
City of Tukwila uses five-part strategy to cover estimated $6.1 million revenue loss due to COVID-19
Municipalities across Washington are facing some difficult budget challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. The mayor in the City of Tukwila said administration estimates $6.1 million in lost revenue by the end of May.
Municipalities across Washington are facing some difficult budget challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. The mayor in the City of Tukwila said administration estimates $6.1 million in lost revenue by the end of May.
Trump says he'll decide on easing guidelines, not governors
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump asserted Monday that he is the ultimate decision-maker for determining how and when to relax the nation’s social distancing guidelines as he grows anxious to reopen the coronavirus-stricken country as soon as possible.Governors and local leaders, who have instituted mandatory restrictions that have the force of law, have expressed concern that Trump’s plan to restore normalcy will cost lives and extend the duration of the outbreak.Under the Constitution, public health and safety is primarily the domain of state and local officials and it was not clear what, if any, authorities Trump could use to overrule their decisions.
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump asserted Monday that he is the ultimate decision-maker for determining how and when to relax the nation’s social distancing guidelines as he grows anxious to reopen the coronavirus-stricken country as soon as possible.Governors and local leaders, who have instituted mandatory restrictions that have the force of law, have expressed concern that Trump’s plan to restore normalcy will cost lives and extend the duration of the outbreak.Under the Constitution, public health and safety is primarily the domain of state and local officials and it was not clear what, if any, authorities Trump could use to overrule their decisions.
250 Seattle Small Businesses Receive $10,000 Grant
SEATTLE -- The city of Seattle announced the first 250 small businesses have received grants to help them stay afloat.
SEATTLE -- The city of Seattle announced the first 250 small businesses have received grants to help them stay afloat.
Lockdowns cut driving and crashes, bring insurance discounts
Companies that sell 82% of the auto policies in the U.S. have announced refunds or credits to drivers worth more than $6.5 billion during the next two months.
Companies that sell 82% of the auto policies in the U.S. have announced refunds or credits to drivers worth more than $6.5 billion during the next two months.
Oregon coronavirus deaths up to 53, Gov. Brown releases $8 million to food bank
The Oregon Health Authority has reported one new coronavirus death, bringing the total number of people who have died from the disease to 53.
The Oregon Health Authority has reported one new coronavirus death, bringing the total number of people who have died from the disease to 53.
COVID-19 stimulus relief money is coming – for some. Here's what to know
The IRS tweeted Saturday that it had begun depositing the funds into taxpayers' bank accounts and would be working to get them out as fast as possible.
The IRS tweeted Saturday that it had begun depositing the funds into taxpayers' bank accounts and would be working to get them out as fast as possible.
Mariners, Bloodworks NW team up for blood drive at T-Mobile Park
SEATTLE -- The Mariners can't take the field at T-Mobile Park because of coronavirus, but you can.The team and Bloodworks Northwest have teamed up for a three-week blood drive at T-Mobile Park.
SEATTLE -- The Mariners can't take the field at T-Mobile Park because of coronavirus, but you can.The team and Bloodworks Northwest have teamed up for a three-week blood drive at T-Mobile Park.
Seattle start-up finds a way to spice up your night in and help keep local businesses afloat
SEATTLE -- For the last year, Seattle startup Mystery has taken couples, friends and families on a mysterious adventure, all while exploring hidden gems in the Emerald City."A traditional mystery, we range from something that's extremely athletic like trapeze, for example, to a gondola ride perhaps," says Emma Biskupiak, head of marketing for Mystery.But of course, activities like those went out the window with the spread of COVID-19.
SEATTLE -- For the last year, Seattle startup Mystery has taken couples, friends and families on a mysterious adventure, all while exploring hidden gems in the Emerald City."A traditional mystery, we range from something that's extremely athletic like trapeze, for example, to a gondola ride perhaps," says Emma Biskupiak, head of marketing for Mystery.But of course, activities like those went out the window with the spread of COVID-19.