Russell Wilson says his mom is helping build field hospitals in Seattle
SEATTLE -- Seahawks quarterback and Seattle superstar Russell Wilson has enlisted some help in the coronavirus fight that's "been heavy" on his adopted hometown: his mom.Wilson told NBC Sports host Mike Tirico that his mother is town helping to build the field hospitals - like the one in Shoreline and the one at CenturyLink Field Events Center - that are set up to relieve overburdened hospitals and the potential overflow of patients if the need arises.“My mom is in Seattle right now, and she’s helping build, basically these portable hospitals in a way, in and around the community in Seattle so people can check for coronavirus and everything else," Wilson said. "Those people on the front lines, sacrificing their lives potentially, those are true heroes.
SEATTLE -- Seahawks quarterback and Seattle superstar Russell Wilson has enlisted some help in the coronavirus fight that's "been heavy" on his adopted hometown: his mom.Wilson told NBC Sports host Mike Tirico that his mother is town helping to build the field hospitals - like the one in Shoreline and the one at CenturyLink Field Events Center - that are set up to relieve overburdened hospitals and the potential overflow of patients if the need arises.“My mom is in Seattle right now, and she’s helping build, basically these portable hospitals in a way, in and around the community in Seattle so people can check for coronavirus and everything else," Wilson said. "Those people on the front lines, sacrificing their lives potentially, those are true heroes.
Woodinville winery collecting "letters of love" for isolated, lonely senior citizens
WOODINVILLE, Wash. -- The coronavirus outbreak has left a lot of our older and more at-risk residents feeling lonely and isolated as they're urged to stay at home and away from other people.With that in mind, Tinte Cellars in Woodinville has started a "Letters of Love for the Elderly" initiative, partnering with the Northshore Community Center to make sure notes of kindness are delivered to senior communities in Woodinville, Bothell, Kenmore, Mill Creek and Kirkland.Here's how you can help:• CREATE A HANDWRITTEN LETTER OR CARD.• THEY MUST BE LEGIBLE -- ITS OKAY IF YOU AREN'T ARTISTIC -- EMBRACE ALL CREATIVITY!• BE KIND AND THOUGHTFUL• AVOID USING RELIGIOUS THEMES, PHRASES, OR QUOTES.• EXCLUDE THE DATE.• PLEASE PUT YOUR LETTERS IN AN UNSEALED ENVELOPE.Mail the letters in unsealed envelopes to:Attn: Director of Senior CentersNorthshore Senior Center10201 E.
WOODINVILLE, Wash. -- The coronavirus outbreak has left a lot of our older and more at-risk residents feeling lonely and isolated as they're urged to stay at home and away from other people.With that in mind, Tinte Cellars in Woodinville has started a "Letters of Love for the Elderly" initiative, partnering with the Northshore Community Center to make sure notes of kindness are delivered to senior communities in Woodinville, Bothell, Kenmore, Mill Creek and Kirkland.Here's how you can help:• CREATE A HANDWRITTEN LETTER OR CARD.• THEY MUST BE LEGIBLE -- ITS OKAY IF YOU AREN'T ARTISTIC -- EMBRACE ALL CREATIVITY!• BE KIND AND THOUGHTFUL• AVOID USING RELIGIOUS THEMES, PHRASES, OR QUOTES.• EXCLUDE THE DATE.• PLEASE PUT YOUR LETTERS IN AN UNSEALED ENVELOPE.Mail the letters in unsealed envelopes to:Attn: Director of Senior CentersNorthshore Senior Center10201 E.
‘Dancing Chuck’, 97-year-old WWII veteran, busts a move to Justin Timberlake while in quarantine
Going from WWII Navy pilot to viral dancing star doesn’t seem like the standard type of career progression for a military vet. But for “Dancing Chuck” Franzke, he’s handling his new viral fame in stride.
Going from WWII Navy pilot to viral dancing star doesn’t seem like the standard type of career progression for a military vet. But for “Dancing Chuck” Franzke, he’s handling his new viral fame in stride.
Acting Navy boss submits resignation amid coronavirus uproar
WASHINGTON (AP) - Acting Navy Secretary Thomas Modly has submitted a letter of resignation to Defense Secretary Mark Esper.That's according to an official who spoke on condition of anonymity in order to discuss the matter before an official announcement.The official says Modly has also told staff he is quitting.Modly had created a combustible controversy by firing the captain of the USS Theodore Roosevelt last week, saying Capt.
WASHINGTON (AP) - Acting Navy Secretary Thomas Modly has submitted a letter of resignation to Defense Secretary Mark Esper.That's according to an official who spoke on condition of anonymity in order to discuss the matter before an official announcement.The official says Modly has also told staff he is quitting.Modly had created a combustible controversy by firing the captain of the USS Theodore Roosevelt last week, saying Capt.
UFC 249 to take place at secret location, private island possible for future fights
Dana White insisted Monday UFC 249 will happen and said he is days away from securing a “private island” to host other future fights amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Dana White insisted Monday UFC 249 will happen and said he is days away from securing a “private island” to host other future fights amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Trump removes watchdog tapped for $2 trillion virus rescue oversight
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has removed the inspector general tapped to chair a special oversight board of the $2.2 trillion economic package intended to help businesses and individuals affected by the coronavirus, officials said Tuesday.
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has removed the inspector general tapped to chair a special oversight board of the $2.2 trillion economic package intended to help businesses and individuals affected by the coronavirus, officials said Tuesday.
‘We’ve learned a lot’: Seattle Fire Chief on confronting coronavirus crisis
Seattle Fire Department Chief Harold Scoggins spoke with Q13’s Brandi Kruse about how the agency's response to the coronavirus crisis has evolved in recent weeks.Watch the full interview:
Seattle Fire Department Chief Harold Scoggins spoke with Q13’s Brandi Kruse about how the agency's response to the coronavirus crisis has evolved in recent weeks.Watch the full interview:
Small Business Sunday: Stay home, stay stylish with Purpose Boutique
Purpose Boutique, which relied on in-person styling sessions to sell clothes in its stores, has seen sales drop 90% since the stay-at-home order went into place.
Purpose Boutique, which relied on in-person styling sessions to sell clothes in its stores, has seen sales drop 90% since the stay-at-home order went into place.
Nonprofit caring for developmentally disabled adults continues to serve despite challenges
KING COUNTY -- As our community and country continues to combat COVID-19, there's been a lot of emphasis on essential workers, the people we depend on: from healthcare workers to grocery store clerks.
KING COUNTY -- As our community and country continues to combat COVID-19, there's been a lot of emphasis on essential workers, the people we depend on: from healthcare workers to grocery store clerks.
FDA to allow some gay men to donate blood amid shortage
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has loosened its restrictions for blood donor eligibility requirements in order to allow some gay men to donate during the coronavirus pandemic, FOX 11 Los Angeles reports.The decision to modify the restrictions came as organizations like the American Red Cross are in desperate need for donations from healthy individuals due to a shortage in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak sweeping across the U.S."For male donors who would have been deferred for having sex with another man: the agency is changing the recommended deferral period from 12 months to 3 months," the FDA wrote in a press release Thursday.The modifications will also change the recommended deferral period for females who have had sex with a man who had sex with another man from 12 months to three months.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has loosened its restrictions for blood donor eligibility requirements in order to allow some gay men to donate during the coronavirus pandemic, FOX 11 Los Angeles reports.The decision to modify the restrictions came as organizations like the American Red Cross are in desperate need for donations from healthy individuals due to a shortage in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak sweeping across the U.S."For male donors who would have been deferred for having sex with another man: the agency is changing the recommended deferral period from 12 months to 3 months," the FDA wrote in a press release Thursday.The modifications will also change the recommended deferral period for females who have had sex with a man who had sex with another man from 12 months to three months.
UW model predicts COVID-19 deaths in Washington state will decline starting Tuesday
SEATTLE -- New data from a health research center at the University of Washington suggests that COVID-19 deaths in Washington state will peak again today (April 6) and continue going down for the foreseeable future.According to the The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME), Washington state's peak on health care resources peaked four days ago on April 2.
SEATTLE -- New data from a health research center at the University of Washington suggests that COVID-19 deaths in Washington state will peak again today (April 6) and continue going down for the foreseeable future.According to the The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME), Washington state's peak on health care resources peaked four days ago on April 2.
Keeping pets safe amid coronavirus pandemic
A tiger at a zoo in New York has tested positive for coronavirus and it's raising questions about the virus and our pets.
A tiger at a zoo in New York has tested positive for coronavirus and it's raising questions about the virus and our pets.
Behind the mask: In trying times, local nurses witness so much loss - and so much love
RENTON, Wash. -- We see images of health care workers who look like nurse Tatyana Huber every day - the eye protection, the gloves, the gown, the mask.
RENTON, Wash. -- We see images of health care workers who look like nurse Tatyana Huber every day - the eye protection, the gloves, the gown, the mask.
'Mom, it's OK for you to go': Nurse helps Renton woman say goodbye to her dying mother via FaceTime
ISSAQUAH, Wash. -- Michelle Bennett's mother Carolann lived a life of service.
ISSAQUAH, Wash. -- Michelle Bennett's mother Carolann lived a life of service.
Class of 2020 'bummed' schools will be closed for the rest of the academic year amid COVID-19
SAMMAMISH, Wash. -- Governor Jay Inslee announced schools in Washington state will stay closed for the remainder of the academic year to reduce exposure to COVID-19.
SAMMAMISH, Wash. -- Governor Jay Inslee announced schools in Washington state will stay closed for the remainder of the academic year to reduce exposure to COVID-19.
Website launched to support local business, workers
SEATTLE – Businesses large and small are scrambling to figure out how to survive this historic economic stall.Many restaurants have been able to stay afloat by offering pick-up and delivery services.Now a local restaurant owner says they have created a way to do all of that while keeping employees on the payroll and highlighting local businesses.“When this crisis hit our retail sales went down,” said Piroshky Piroshky Bakery owner, Olga Sagan.Her store remains open downtown and that means her employees are still working, still earning a paycheck.
SEATTLE – Businesses large and small are scrambling to figure out how to survive this historic economic stall.Many restaurants have been able to stay afloat by offering pick-up and delivery services.Now a local restaurant owner says they have created a way to do all of that while keeping employees on the payroll and highlighting local businesses.“When this crisis hit our retail sales went down,” said Piroshky Piroshky Bakery owner, Olga Sagan.Her store remains open downtown and that means her employees are still working, still earning a paycheck.