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Trump issues virus disaster declaration for Washington state
Gov. Inslee has named retired Navy Vice Admiral Raquel Bono director for the state’s COVID-19 team.
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Tulip Festival still a go, but questions remain
By Jacqueline Allison / Skagit Valley Herald
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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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Watch a replay of Gov. Inslee’s Friday news conference here
He discussed new protections for at-risk employees during the coronavirus outbreak.
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We’re still allowed to leave our homes, at least for now
The governor’s office says there are no immediate plans to impose stricter limits on movement.
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Workers building Shoreline field hospital as virus spreads
The facility is expected to provide up to 200 beds. King County anticipates needing 3,000 more.
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State Supreme Court pauses almost all cases in Washington
Judges will focus on bail hearings under emergency COVID-19 rules proposed by Prosecutor Adam Cornell.
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Patient at Western State psychiatric hospital has COVID-19
“It’s haphazard and reckless. It’s causing a lot of anxiety,” said one social worker at the facility.
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Washington’s lieutenant governor leaving for the priesthood
Cyrus Habib’s decision to forgo re-election creates a rare opening this year for a statewide office.
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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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Watch the governor’s Wednesday news conference here
Jay Inslee and other officials spoke about issues surrounding the coronavirus outbreak.
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Sick staff fueled outbreaks at Kirkland, other care centers
Public health authorities found facilities didn’t have enough protective equipment or hand sanitizer.
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Trump: US, Canada to close border to nonessential travel
The president made the announcement on Twitter, saying the decision would not affect the flow of trade.
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Treasury proposal: Deliver $500B to Americans starting April
Amounts would depend on income and family size. The first checks would be issued starting April 6.
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Idaho wildlife agency kills 17 wolves in Lolo Zone
Officials say it will help restore the elk population.
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Watch a replay of the governor’s Monday news conference here
Jay Inslee and other officials spoke at 11 a.m. about the coronavirus outbreak.
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Can he do that? How governor can close schools, businesses
State law also enables him to limit gatherings and impose curfews. It’s a misdemeanor to defy him.
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Starbucks to close some cafes, move to to-go model in rest
Will also temporary close stores in what it calls “high social-gathering locations.”
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Inslee to order all bars and restaurants to close Tuesday
The governor said the ban won’t apply to grocery stores or pharmacies. And takeout food is OK.
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‘He’s an inmate’: Anguish mounts over virus-hit nursing home
The inability to comfort confused parents at Life Care Center in Kirkland has been especially painful.