Local News
Governor closes every school in the state; death toll is 36
Snohomish County health officials reported a fourth death. There are 133 confirmed cases in the county.
Northwest
400 Oregon doctors demand more state action on coronavirus
Requests include a statewide call center, a helpline for medical workers and a tracking system.
Northwest
Virtual-doctor visits help keep patients, medical staff safe
Health care systems are preparing to be overloaded from COVID-19 cases.
Northwest
North Cascades Highway clearing to begin this month
The annual process to reopen the scenic route typically takes about six weeks.
Northwest
Tulip Festival addressing fake Facebook account
The 2020 Tulip Festival Gala on March 19 has been canceled.
Northwest
Seattle shuts down schools for 53,000 students
The school system’s statement issued Wednesday did not say how long the closure would last.
Northwest
Hanford nuclear waste cleanup efforts could be delayed
A new report does not mention the Dept. of Energy moving radioactive capsules to safer storage.
Northwest
WWU moves classes online after Whatcom County’s 1st virus case
The school will not offer any face-to-face classes through the end of the quarter on March 20.
Local News
Governor reportedly to announce size restrictions on events
A prohibition of gatherings of more than 250 people would apply in Snohomish, King and Pierce counties.
Northwest
Groups: Release immigrant detainees at high coronavirus risk
A statement from ICE provided no indication it was considering releases unless ordered by a judge.
Northwest
Oregon governor takes sweeping action to cut global warming
By Andrew Selsky / Associated Press
Northwest
Inslee outlines new rules for limiting nursing home visits
The governor also said he has expanded support for businesses and workers in the state.
Northwest
Seattle small businesses pinched as virus keeps workers home
“You can see it and feel it on the streets. You can see it in restaurants and hotel…
Northwest
Gates Foundation to help with coronavirus testing in Seattle
Once ready, people can fill out a questionnaire online and request a test kit with nose swabs.
Northwest
Trial set for man accused of assault on flight to Las Vegas
He allegedly touched a person’s upper inner thigh without consent during a flight from Seattle.
Nation-World
Behind the scenes, scientists prep for COVID-19 vaccine test
Dozens of research groups around the world race to create a vaccine as novel coronavirus cases grow.
Local News
Everett driver faces vehicular assault charges in Centralia
A police report cited driving under the influence, speed, lane travel and lane splitting.
Local News
Island County declares state of emergency; no virus cases yet
WhidbeyHealth Medical Center says it is prepared to respond to any cases of the coronavirus.
Northwest
Homeless at ‘double risk’ of getting, spreading coronavirus
King County is one of the few places that’s taken action.
Northwest
Rick Larsen talks about virus with Skagit County leaders
He said an outbreak in a rural area would be a “very different picture” than King and Snohomish…