Donors needed: Breast milk in short supply amid COVID-19 surge, winter weather woes
The Human Milk Banking Association of North America said it is in urgent need of donor breast milk which is essential to “saving the most vulnerable babies’ lives.”
VIDEO: Man tries to run back into burning home to save dog, firefighter gets dog out
A Central Pierce firefighter rescued a dog named ‘Kookie’ from a burning home, reuniting her with a tearful owner who tried to go back into the blaze to save his dog.
US job growth soars past expectations with 467,000 added, shaking off omicron surge
U.S. job growth blew past expectations in January, as the economy brushed off a record-breaking surge in COVID-19 cases nationwide that threatened to sideline millions of workers and kept many consumers at home.
Tacoma looks to invest $650K toward businesses impacted by crime and COVID
Crime and COVID are hurting business in Tacoma, and the city is looking to invest more than half a million dollars to help.
3 Washington counties rank among worst COVID-19 infection rates in U.S., data shows
Franklin, Benton and Whitman counties have among the worst COVID-19 infection rates in the U.S., according to national data compiled by the New York Times.
Washington state sues Center for COVID Control over 'fake test' allegations
Attorney General Bob Ferguson filed a lawsuit against the Center for COVID Control, alleging the embattled company improperly handled tests and provided fake results.
Washington trooper who defied state vaccine mandate and told gov to 'kiss my a--' dies from COVID-19
A Washington State Patrol officer who defied a statewide vaccine mandate and signed off for the last time by telling Democratic Gov. Jay Inslee to "kiss my a--" is dead from COVID-19.
'Even as a joke, it's not funny'; Lynnwood bar in hot water over viral post
A Lynnwood bar is under fire after a viral post. Vessel Taphouse’s social media called for proof of positive COVID-19 test to give customers a discount.
USPS worker helps save woman’s life after seeing mail pileup
U.S. Postal Service employee Kayla Berridge noticed her customer’s mail was piling up. Officers later found the elderly woman trapped inside her home for at least three days.
Lynnwood bar advertised ‘catch the virus’ show
In the past week, a pirate-themed bar in Lynnwood has lost staff, bands and other customers — over a show with advertised discounted prices for people sick with COVID-19.
Companies allow people to opt-out of Valentine’s Day emails
As interest in celebrating Valentine’s Day gradually declines, companies are giving consumers a chance to opt-out of those marketing emails that seem to bombard your inbox any time a holiday approaches.
Where to find free N95 masks in Washington
In the coming days, Washingtonians will have access to free N95 masks.
US economy showed 5.7% growth last year, rebounding from 2020 recession
The American economy bounced back last year with resilience from 2020′s brief but devastating coronavirus recession.
Unemployment claims drop for the first time in a month
The Labor Department reported Thursday that jobless claims fell by 30,000 to 260,000 last week, slightly less than the 265,000 analysts were expecting.
Denmark ends most virus restrictions, ready to 'welcome the life we knew before'
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said that while the omicron variant is surging in Denmark, it is not placing a heavy burden on the health system and the country has a high vaccination rate. "As of Feb. 1, Denmark will be open."
Navy discharges 1st active-duty sailors for vaccine refusal
The Navy said Tuesday that it has discharged 23 active-duty sailors for refusing the coronavirus vaccine, marking the first time it has thrown currently serving sailors out of the military over the mandatory shots.
Western WA COVID cases trending down, Eastern WA still rising, health officials say
COVID-19 cases in Western Washington are trending down, as cases in Eastern Washington and Idaho have yet to hit their peak, health officials said Tuesday.
Seattle City Council votes to keep COVID-related hazard pay for grocery workers
The Seattle City Council voted on Tuesday to keep the pandemic-related hazard pay for grocery workers in place.
Biden administration officially withdraws COVID-19 vaccine rule
The Biden administration has officially withdrawn a rule that would have required workers at big companies to get vaccinated or face regular COVID testing requirements.
University of Washington to return to in-person learning
The University of Washington will return to in-person learning at the end of January after starting winter quarter online because of an omicron-fueled spike in COVID-19 cases.