December now deadliest month of pandemic, but Washington so far bucking trend

In just three weeks, December outpaced any other month as the deadliest of the pandemic in the U.S. But Washington state has so far bucked the trend, with death rates high but fairly flat.

Snohomish County community rallies around mall Santa after bout with Covid

Santa Frank, who has been the mall Santa for 18 years, is recovering from Covid-19. He battled the virus over the summer but is still dealing with lingering symptoms and says it’s simply not safe for him to interact with the public.

Eviction moratorium extended through March in Washington

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee has again extended the state’s eviction moratorium, this time through the end of March 2021.

State expects roughly 70,000 fewer COVID-19 vaccines this month

After a federal mix-up, state health officials revealed Wednesday they expect roughly 70,000 fewer vaccines to be delivered in December than originally anticipated.

Gov. Inslee issues travel restrictions over new COVID-19 strain

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee has announced new travel restrictions for people arriving from the United Kingdom and South Africa where a new and seemingly more contagious strain of the coronavirus is circulating.

Scientists answer key questions about new, highly infectious COVID-19 strain

Scientists continue to study the new strain of coronavirus found primarily in the United Kingdom. Local health experts answer some FAQs on the new strain and the latest travel restrictions.

Retail stores boost COVID-19 safety measures during last-minute holiday shopping rush

As some people rush to malls and shopping centers for last-minute holiday purchases, stores are doing their best to keep everyone safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Seattle woman first in US to receive COVID-19 trial dose honored to play role in vaccine

Jennifer Haller of Seattle didn't know what to expect when she became the first person in the United States to receive a test shot of an experimental coronavirus vaccine, just days after we learned our lives were radically changing due to a pandemic. 

Farm company fined $2 million after 2 workers die of COVID

An agricultural company in Washington state where two workers died from COVID-19 was fined more than $2 million for repeatedly violating coronavirus virus safety procedures.

Kenmore man pays it forward, providing fine dining to frontline workers

For months, feeding frontline workers while also helping out local restaurants has been a labor of love for Ryan Dwyer. Frontline workers have been maxed out this year and Ryan is helping them out.

How much are the stimulus payments and who will get them?

Congress is expected to pass a $900 billion COVID relief bill that includes another round of stimulus checks for most Americans after top negotiators reached a deal over the weekend.

2nd COVID-19 vaccine authorized in US ships out

Initial shipments of the second COVID-19 vaccine authorized in the U.S. left a distribution center Sunday, a desperately needed boost as the nation works to bring the coronavirus pandemic under control.

Parents, youth athletes rally to ease pandemic restrictions

Ever since state leaders released new guidelines that allow school districts to consider returning more kids to in-person instruction in public schools, some parents are asking why youth sports have not yet also been considered.