Local News
Washington is nearing the 70% mark of adults with one shot
When the state hits the milestone, Gov. Inslee has said, he will drop most of the state’s COVID…
Northwest
Idaho lieutenant governor bans masks while governor is away
The order applies to government buildings, public schools and libraries, but not hospitals.
Opinion
Comment: Paying to vaccinate might work, but is it ethical?
It can be effective, but incentives for health outcomes need to avoid coercion and exploitation.
Northwest
Seattle shutting down mass vaccination sites; 60% vaccinated
Clinics at Lumen Field, Rainier Beach, West Seattle and North Seattle College will close in June.
Opinion
Editorial: Trusting a mask ‘honor system’ for unvaccinated
Covid-19 is on the decline generally, but not so for the unvaccinated, even as mask rules are relaxed.
Local News
AquaSox to host vaccination clinic next week at Funko Field
Snohomish County’s task force is shifting focus from mass vaccination sites to pop-up clinics.
Northwest
Federally administered vaccinations not in statewide count
More than 600,000 active-duty military and veterans live in Washington, or about 8% of the population.
Opinion
Comment: Let’s allow a little grace as we emerge from covid
Masks have provided a sense of security and control to many who may be reluctant to end their…
Opinion
Comment: Can we trust each other to follow advice on masks?
The vaccinated can go without, but can we trust that those who aren’t will wear their masks?
Local News
As virus wanes, Monroe prisoners still isolated by new rules
Christopher Blackwell asserts prisons have “weaponized” the pandemic. He writes from behind bars for The Washington Post.
Local News
When businesses break COVID rules, many warnings, few fines
Nearly 60 businesses and organizations have generated complaints to the Snohomish Health District in 2021.
Northwest
All Washington counties move to Phase 3 reopening
Cowlitz, Ferry, Pierce and Whitman counties were previously in Phase 2.
Northwest
King County’s top health official: Keep your mask on indoors
That’s different from the guidance from the CDC relaxing mask requirements for vaccinated people.
Local News
As cases decline, newly eligible people urged to get vaccine
At this rate, the state could reopen before June 30. But a return to pre-pandemic life requires more…
Opinion
Comment: Pediatrician answers 7 questions about vaccinating kids
What recent research and studies have shown about the vaccine’s safety and efficacy for children.
Nation-World
Many experts say to keep masks on, contrary to CDC ruling
Experts are divided, but many have said it’s better to be on the safe side for now.
Nation-World
Fauci says pandemic exposed ‘undeniable effects of racism’
During the Emory University graduation speech, he said correcting societal wrongs will take decades.
Northwest
Tacoma bar’s license suspended after dozens of complaints
An American Tavern’s license was pulled for non-compliance and disregard for public health and safety.
Local News
Vaccine approval for kids a reminder of 2009 H1N1 outbreak
As swine flu scare closed some schools, parents flocked to public clinics to protect their children.
Local News
Fueled by vaccines, a return to normal is getting closer
Fully vaccinated Washingtonians can enjoy a renewed sense of freedom, public health experts say.