Klickitat County Sheriff contracts COVID-19, still plans to fight mandates
A Southwest Washington state sheriff who has been especially vocal in his opposition to pandemic restrictions recently contracted COVID-19, was hospitalized and is relying on oxygen.
A Southwest Washington state sheriff who has been especially vocal in his opposition to pandemic restrictions recently contracted COVID-19, was hospitalized and is relying on oxygen.
UW, Harvard study examines stresses of pandemic and coping mechanisms
A new study conducted by The University of Washington and Harvard found that having a daily routine, getting adequate sleep and limiting screen time can improve mental health in young people.
A new study conducted by The University of Washington and Harvard found that having a daily routine, getting adequate sleep and limiting screen time can improve mental health in young people.
3 vaccinated US senators test positive for COVID-19
Sens. Roger Wicker, Angus King and John Hickenlooper announced they contracted COVID-19.
Sens. Roger Wicker, Angus King and John Hickenlooper announced they contracted COVID-19.
Washington hospitals see record number of COVID-19 patients
Authorities say there are more people hospitalized with COVID-19 in Washington state than at any time during the pandemic.
Authorities say there are more people hospitalized with COVID-19 in Washington state than at any time during the pandemic.
Dozens of parents rally against masks in schools in Ferndale
In Ferndale, several dozen people rallied on Main Street, demanding to have the option to choose if their kids where a mask in school.
In Ferndale, several dozen people rallied on Main Street, demanding to have the option to choose if their kids where a mask in school.
Biden administration says states banning mask mandates in schools could face civil rights investigations
President Biden has ordered his Education secretary to explore possible legal action against states, including Florida, that have blocked school mask mandates. The Education Department says such bans could amount to discrimination and civil rights violations.
President Biden has ordered his Education secretary to explore possible legal action against states, including Florida, that have blocked school mask mandates. The Education Department says such bans could amount to discrimination and civil rights violations.
Pierce County issues mask directive
All residents over the age of five must wear a mask indoors and in public spaces where physical distancing is not possible.
All residents over the age of five must wear a mask indoors and in public spaces where physical distancing is not possible.
Inslee expands statewide mask mandate and K-12 school staff are required to get vaccinated
Gov. Inslee announced statewide mask mandate for everyone regardless of vaccination status. All K-12 employees are also required to be fully vaccinated by October.
Gov. Inslee announced statewide mask mandate for everyone regardless of vaccination status. All K-12 employees are also required to be fully vaccinated by October.
COVID-19 hospitalizations could hit 32,000 a day, CDC forecast says
The COVID-19 Forecast Hub at UMass Amherst, which is utilized by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, predicts new COVID-19 hospitalizations could reach 32,000 a day as soon as Sept. 13.
The COVID-19 Forecast Hub at UMass Amherst, which is utilized by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, predicts new COVID-19 hospitalizations could reach 32,000 a day as soon as Sept. 13.
Pierce County issues new mask directive for public indoor spaces regardless of vaccination status
The directive instructs individuals five years and older to wear a face mask both indoors and in outdoor public spaces where physical distancing is not possible — regardless of vaccination status.
The directive instructs individuals five years and older to wear a face mask both indoors and in outdoor public spaces where physical distancing is not possible — regardless of vaccination status.
COVID-19 hospitalizations hit record high among 30 to 39-year-olds, CDC tracker shows
New CDC data shows that more 30 to 39-year-olds are taking up hospital beds amid a surge in COVID-19 cases.
New CDC data shows that more 30 to 39-year-olds are taking up hospital beds amid a surge in COVID-19 cases.
COVID-19 cases in children rising
Over 121,000 cases of COVID-19 among children in the U.S. were reported last week. Some are now concerned over cases rising once school starts again.
Over 121,000 cases of COVID-19 among children in the U.S. were reported last week. Some are now concerned over cases rising once school starts again.
U.S. health officials formally recommending all Americans get COVID-19 booster shot
U.S. recommends booster for all Americans starting in September. Vaccinated individuals should get their third shot eight months after their second dose of the vaccine.
U.S. recommends booster for all Americans starting in September. Vaccinated individuals should get their third shot eight months after their second dose of the vaccine.
CDC COVID-19 map shows most of US under high community transmission
The majority of the U.S. was under a high level of COVID-19 community transmission according to the latest map from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The majority of the U.S. was under a high level of COVID-19 community transmission according to the latest map from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Biden extends 100% federal reimbursement of states’ COVID-19 costs
President Joe Biden has ordered FEMA to continue to cover 100% of states’ costs associated with the COVID-19 pandemic through the end of the year.
President Joe Biden has ordered FEMA to continue to cover 100% of states’ costs associated with the COVID-19 pandemic through the end of the year.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott tests positive for COVID-19
According to his office, Gov. Greg Abbott tested positive today, which was his first positive test result amid daily tests.
According to his office, Gov. Greg Abbott tested positive today, which was his first positive test result amid daily tests.
TSA to extend mask mandate for travelers through January 2022
The Transportation Security Administration will extend a mask mandate on public transportation through Jan. 18, 2022, according to a TSA spokesperson.
The Transportation Security Administration will extend a mask mandate on public transportation through Jan. 18, 2022, according to a TSA spokesperson.
COVID-19 surge: Tennessee National Guard deploys over 550 soldiers to assist hospitals
Soldiers have been sent to 58 counties, including Shelby County, across the state to assist with COVID-19 testing, vaccinations and administrative support.
Soldiers have been sent to 58 counties, including Shelby County, across the state to assist with COVID-19 testing, vaccinations and administrative support.
These companies are requiring employees to get COVID-19 vaccinations
Multiple major companies are now requiring their employees to get vaccinated against COVID-19 amid rising cases of the delta variant across the U.S.
Multiple major companies are now requiring their employees to get vaccinated against COVID-19 amid rising cases of the delta variant across the U.S.
CDC: Hospitalizations reach pandemic high
The average daily number of COVID-19 hospitalizations are up to 20%-30% for all age groups.
The average daily number of COVID-19 hospitalizations are up to 20%-30% for all age groups.