Local News
‘Not a safe situation’: County is evicting homeless campers
Residents of the Everett tent city aren’t sure what’s next. Operations at local shelters have been curtailed.
Local News
Inslee: Businesses do not serve those who do not wear a mask
As COVID-19 cases surge in several counties, governor also pauses reopening to fend off a relapse.
Northwest
Watch Gov. Jay Inslee’s Thursday news conference here
He is expected to discuss the state’s ongoing response to the coronavirus outbreak.
Northwest
80 UW students in frat houses test positive for coronavirus
Public health officials have noticed a spike in cases among people ages 18 to 20.
Opinion
Comment: Why closing bars, gyms can help reopen our schools
We have to recognize the importance of schools and take steps to lower Covid’s tranmission elsewhere.
Opinion
Commentary: Trump wants to kill ACA in middle of a pandemic
America is adding to its rolls of uninsured as more lose jobs and coverage during a health crisis.
Local News
Other fireworks shows are canceled, but not Marysville’s
Amid the pandemic, most cities and towns are getting creative with drive-by parades and decorations instead.
Local News
Happy four-hour ferry wait on the Fourth!
With service reduced around Puget Sound due to the pandemic, it will not be the fun ferry ride…
Local News
Somers: There are no current plans to move back to Phase 1
Such a decision would require a significant, sustained spike in hospitalizations and deaths, he says.
Northwest
Eastern Washington prison reports 220 COVID-19 cases
Coyote Ridge in Connell is now allowing inmates who have tested positive to be housed together.
Opinion
Commentary: Promote masks as accessories, not annoyances
If we want people to wear them, recognize that most regard them as clothing and a matter of…
Local News
COVID hits ferry workers; Everett firefighters quarantined
Those infected did not work in passenger areas. Reduced service is likely due to crew shortages.
Local News
Snohomish County could revert to Phase 1 amid spike in cases
The latest weekly tally shows the highest COVID-19 case jump since late April. Wear a mask, leaders say.
Local News
Working toward Phase 3 of a Safe Start for Snohomish County
Public Health Essentials! A blog by the Snohomish Health District.
Northwest
Inslee heckled off stage during Tri-Cities appearance
The governor was repeatedly interrupted as he urged residents to wear masks to prevent the spread of the…
Sports
AquaSox season over after MLB cancels minor-league season
In a statement, the team said it looks “forward to having AquaSox baseball back at Funko Field in…
Local News
Cuts, coronavirus create concealed-carry license backlog
More than 2,000 people await permits as applications to the sheriff’s office have increased in June.
Northwest
Report: Virus could slow Canadian shopping in Washington
Concerns about public health and safety could continue to inhibit Canadians from shopping in the U.S.
Local News
Edmonds to use $1 million from CARES Act for relief programs
Money is being earmarked for individuals and small businesses.
Opinion
Editorial: YMCA, Boys & Girls keeping campers happy this summer
Summer camp is back, with some changes and a new program to help kids cope with the pandemic.