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After Monroe ‘riot,’ governor plans release for some prisoners
COVID-19 infected prisoners and staff in Monroe. Gov. Jay Inslee announced a tentative response Thursday.
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Over 100 Monroe prisoners riot after COVID-19 outbreak
Inmates set off fire extinguishers. Dozens refused commands. It was reportedly under control by 9 p.m.
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Habib backs Liias to succeed him as lieutenant governor
The state senator picks up key endorsement as Congressman Heck considers entering the race
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COVID-19 outbreak worsens at Monroe prison
Six incarcerated men and five employees have reportedly tested positive for the virus.
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1.2 million students won’t return to classrooms anytime soon
The governor has extended a statewide closure through June 19 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Get comfortable: Governor extends stay-home order to May 4
As in other states, demand for intensive health care due to COVID-19 is expected to peak later in…
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Inslee to state businesses: Pivot to make medical equipment
The governor said Wednesday that the state must become self-reliant in the fight against COVID-19.
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Ferguson calls out price gouging by online sellers
A Mill Creek woman was selling N95 masks at six times regular price, says a cease-and-desist letter.
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The governor warns of stepped-up ‘stay home’ enforcement
Meanwhile, Snohomish County has postponed the deadline to pay property taxes until June 1.
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Inslee signs new law requiring public schools offer sex ed
Foes can now gather signatures for a referendum that would give voters a chance to keep or repeal…
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Feds accuse ex-lawmaker of conducting digital coin scam
The SEC alleges Dave Schmidt and two others bilked $4 million from investors who bought them.
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When should you shop in Lake Stevens? Depends on your name
Mayor Brett Gailey suggested shoppers go on certain days, based on the first letter of their last names.
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Sen. Marko Liias launches campaign for lieutenant governor
He joins fellow Senate Democrat Steve Hobbs in the contest to succeed Cyrus Habib.
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Governor: Stay at home — and that’s now an order
Jay Inslee on Monday took an aggressive new step to curb social interactions as coronavirus deaths rise.
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Inslee admonishes some; Franklin issues ‘stay home’ directive
The governor isn’t ready to order residents to shelter in place, but Everett’s mayor pretty much did.
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Evictions on hold statewide amid COVID-19 outbreak
The governor announced the order Wednesday, along with other relief efforts for people and businesses.
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As virus spreads, interest wanes in April special election
No need for election as Everett, Darrington and Sultan schools pull levy, bond measures off ballot
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Need a bag? Your choices may soon be paper or thick plastic
A bill banning thin single-use plastic bags statewide is on the way to the governor for signing.
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Lakewood schools pull two levy measures off April ballot
Everett, Darrington and Sultan will proceed with theirs despite focus on COVID-19
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What a difference 60 days make
Denouement for the 2020 session of the Washington Legislature in Olympia.