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Coronavirus
Washington State Capitol Building in Olympia. File photo
Surge in consumer spending eases state budget challenges
By Jerry Cornfield • September 24, 2020 2:50 pm

A jump in tax collections cuts a projected $9 billion shortfall in half, acccording to new forecast.

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Should state cover school bus costs if there are no riders?
Should state cover school bus costs if there...
By Jerry Cornfield • September 21, 2020 5:30 am

With funding tied to getting students to school, districts are uncertain how much money they’ll receive.

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Screenshot from the state Employment Security Department’s website at esd.wa.gov.
Workers may qualify for an extra $1,500 in...
By Joseph Thompson • September 8, 2020 3:40 pm

A federal program will give some of the state’s unemployed a $300 weekly bump for the past five weeks.

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The pandemic’s roots: UW Bothell team models the coronavirus
The pandemic’s roots: UW Bothell team models the...
By Janice Podsada • September 1, 2020 12:03 pm

A team of computational scientists has developed web-based software that maps the virus’ protein spikes.

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Screenshot from a press conference by Gov. Jay Inslee.
Republican state lawmakers want special session
By Jerry Cornfield • August 18, 2020 2:50 pm

Gov. Jay Inslee and other Democrats are waiting to see what Congress does.

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The COVID-19 outbreak closed schools statewide last spring and has led to many school districts opting for remote learning in the fall. Pictured: A Decatur High School staff member takes cover from the rain while celebrating the graduating class of 2020 in June. File photo
Study: Virus cases must drop for state’s schools...
By Joseph Thompson • August 14, 2020 5:20 pm

Bringing students back in any capacity will lead to new infections, the report found.

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The Enumclaw Health and Rehabilitation Center, which is located by St. Elizabeth hospital, a senior living community, and a nursing home. File photo
Inslee lifts visitation ban at long-term care facilities
By Rachel Riley • August 10, 2020 11:25 am

Starting Wednesday, a four-phase plan will allow restrictions at nursing homes to gradually be relaxed.

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Screenshot from Gov. Jay Inslee’s press conference on Aug. 5, 2020.
Inslee says schools in virus hot spots should...
By Jerry Cornfield • August 5, 2020 4:10 pm

King County among high-risk counties; several school districts will have remote learning in the fall.

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Inslee warns of stay home order as COVID cases rise
Inslee warns of stay home order as COVID...
By Jerry Cornfield • July 17, 2020 1:40 pm

The governor urges young people, who are not getting infected the most, to curb their social habits.

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Cartoon by Frank Shiers
Editorial: Reopen schools in fall, but do it...
By Editorial • July 16, 2020 1:30 pm

Don’t bully schools into reopening. Protect our students.

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Courtesy of governor.wa.gov
Inslee extends pause on counties advancing phases to...
By Joseph Thompson • July 14, 2020 4:10 pm

A spike in cases could cause hospitalizations and deaths to rise soon.

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Gov. Jay Inslee issued new guidance allowing the resumption of self-service buffets, salad bars, salsa bars, drink stations and other types of communal food sources in Phase 2. File photo
Buffets and salad bars back on the menu...
By Jerry Cornfield • July 8, 2020 4:55 pm

Gov. Jay Inslee has revised rules to allow self-serve food areas in Phase 2 of the state’s reopening.

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Brian Tilley (left) and Katie Dearman work the wash station Friday at Kate’s Greek American Deli in Everett. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)
Governor’s no-mask, no-service order begins across Washington
By Ian Davis-Leonard • July 7, 2020 11:39 pm

“Just do not ring up the sale,” Gov. Jay Inslee said about customers who do not don the proper masks.

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Nurse Sylvia Keller, pictured with Gov. Jay Inslee, is on the front lines of the COVID-19 battle in Yakima County. Courtesy photo
Governor doubles down on mask rules
By Jerry Cornfield • July 6, 2020 11:40 am

Inslee: Starting July 7, businesses do not serve those who do not wear a mask

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Public and private universities, colleges, technical schools, apprenticeship programs and similar schools and programs may resume general instruction, including in-person classes and lectures, starting Aug. 1. Pictured: The University of Washington-Bothell campus. File photo
Universities and colleges may reopen in fall, governor...
By Jerry Cornfield • June 29, 2020 10:50 am

His order requires masks and physical distancing, among other measures, to help prevent infections.

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During a recent training, South King Fire and Rescue members at Station 62 wear personal protective gear, which includes face masks, eye protection, gloves and gowns. Courtesy photo
Governor orders statewide use of face coverings in...
By Jerry Cornfield • June 23, 2020 4:20 pm

Jay Inslee says that until there is a vaccine, it’s the best weapon to stop the spread of COVID-19.

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Doreen Davis, left in mask, waves at parade participants on May 2. Olivia Sullivan/staff photo
Wear your face-hugging, ever-loving mask | Editorial
By Editorial • June 20, 2020 1:30 pm

“Don’t make me come down there.”

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State Capitol Building, Olympia, Washington. File photo
Tax collections tumble as state braces for huge...
By Jerry Cornfield • June 19, 2020 3:30 pm

Inslee cancels pay raises for some execs and orders furloughs for workers as special session looms.

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Kabal Gill, owner of East India Grill in Federal Way, wears gloves to hand over take-out orders at his restaurant on March 23. File photo
New guidelines for Phase 2 reopenings in King...
By Jerry Cornfield • May 30, 2020 5:30 pm

All workers will need to wear masks as restaurants, retail shops and other businesses reopen.

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This undated file photo provided by U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows CDC’s laboratory test kit for the new coronavirus. Courtesy photo
Inslee wants nursing home residents and staff tested...
By Rachel Riley • May 30, 2020 4:40 pm

Governor says state will pay for test kits and personal protective equipment.

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