Washington Artisan Cheesemakers Festival returns this fall

After a two-year hiatus, the Washington Artisan Cheesemakers Festival will return to the Seattle Design Center on September 17, 2022. 

Arizona is most guilty of COVID-19 'panic buying,' study says

Researchers are revealing the top states guilty of COVID-19 “panic buying," and Arizona sits at the top of the list. We have how other states rank on the list, too!

Washington airports receive millions in grant money
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As part of President Biden's new infrastructure bill, a total of $1 billion will be distributed to 85 airports across the country, including Sea-Tac, Spokane, and Pullman-Moscow airports.

Biden touts spending plan as economic solution for unstable gas prices
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The cost of gas has been slowly falling over the last few weeks, with the national average now at $4.77 per gallon, but prices could spike again.

This is how much money you need to be happy living in Washington, study finds

Western Washington has grown wildly in the last few decades, and the cost of living has grown right alongside it. In order to be happy living in Washington, you will need a big chunk of change.

Sorority ordered to refund, waive $500K in unlawful housing fees on UW students

Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson said national sorority Alpha Omicron Pi charged thousands in housing fees for University of Washington students during the COVID-19 pandemic, even though students were unable to access that housing.

Pierce County on CDC’s list for high COVID-19 levels

Pierce County is among several counties in Washington state that the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending to mask back up due to high levels of COVID-19. 

Families planning COVID vaccinations for youngest children in hopes of full immunity by fall

State health officials reported that in early June, infants and toddlers had the highest case rates amongst children and youth in Washington state, which was about 418 per 100,000 population.

COVID fatigue hits holiday weekend as cases spike in 6 Washington counties

Health officials say COVID is exploding in our state and the CDC is recommending people mask up in six counties in an effort to curb new infections. 

CDC recommends 6 Washington counties should wear masks again

People in six Washington counties should begin wearing masks indoors in public and on public transportation again, according to recommendations from the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

South Korea approves COVID-19 vaccine developed at UW Medicine

The Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety has approved a COVID-19 vaccine based on technology developed at Seattle’s University of Washington School of Medicine. 

Ex-Washington state employee pleads guilty to pandemic fraud

A former employee of Washington state’s Employment Security Department pleaded guilty to three federal felonies for exploiting his employment for personal enrichment and fraudulently distributing at least $360,000 in pandemic-related unemployment benefits, prosecutors said.

COVID-19 vaccines approved for children under 5 in Washington

Washington and other western states have authorized the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines for kids under 5 years old, following federal approval.

FOX 13 viewers help organization find homes for those in need

The CEO and president of Angel Resource Connection says thanks to FOX 13 News’ coverage she has been able to find someone in need housing.

Clallam, Jefferson Counties move into 'high risk' designation for COVID cases, no hospitalizations reported

Two Washington counties on the Olympic Peninsula have a "high risk" for COVID transmission in indoor, public spaces, according to latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

King County announces one-time retention bonus for childcare workers

King County Executive Dow Constantine and Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell announced today a total of $7.4 million in one-time retention bonus payments to childcare workers. 

WA's mobile 'Care-A-Van' clinics celebrate one year, 15,000 vaccines

Washington State Department of Health is celebrating the one-year mark of its “Care-A-Van” service, which they say has vaccinated tens of thousands of people since it launched last year.