Local News
Everett district: What should school look like next year?
With the academic year over, school district leaders seek input about concerns for 2020-21.
Local News
Govenor puts pause on final stage of reopening plan
A recent increase in coronavirus numbers means counties won’t be able to move to Phase 4.
Local News
Cloth face covers required. What to know
Public Health Essentials! A blog by the Snohomish Health District.
Opinion
Editorial: Stopping COVID is now up to each of us
With a resurgence threatening, we need to take greater responsibility to keep the virus in check.
Opinion
Commentary: Europe limiting virus spread with ‘smart’ lockdowns
Its nations are tailoring lockdowns to specific outbreaks; but it requires testing, tracing and mask use.
Local News
Snohomish County not close to entering Phase 3, leaders say
COVID cases jumped this week. Officials are pleading with people to wear masks.
Northwest
Sheriffs object to Washington’s COVID mask mandate
Gov. Inslee was “disappointed in any law enforcement officer who would encourage illegal behavior.”
Northwest
State continues work to clear unemployment benefit backlog
Over the past two weeks, the agency has been able to clear identity issues on 100,000 claims.
Local News
Universities and colleges may reopen in fall, governor says
His order requires masks and physical distancing, among other measures, to help prevent infections.
Northwest
Washington travelers to Northeast states are told to isolate
Governors are warily eying states with rising COVID-19 cases, to keep history from repeating itself.
Northwest
Washington firefighters prepare for wildfires amid virus
Care is taken to avoid sharing tools, use separate vehicles and sanitize equipment after each shift.
Local News
Governor orders statewide use of face coverings in public
Jay Inslee says that until there is a vaccine, it’s the best weapon to stop the spread of…
Northwest
Watch Gov. Jay Inslee’s Tuesday news conference here
He is expected to discuss the state’s ongoing response to the coronavirus outbreak.
Local News
COVID-19 test sites headed to Snohomish, Monroe libraries
Each site will offer tests for one day this week. Tests will continue at McCollum Park in Everett.
Life
Beyond takeout: Here what it’s like to dine out under Phase 2
Eaters will find tables at least six feet apart, sneeze guards, and servers wearing face masks.
Northwest
Virus is taking big toll on Yakima’s farm and food industry
Hospitals are filled to capacity and have started sending patients to neighboring counties.
Local News
COVID-19: Who should be tested, how to get tested, and more
Public Health Essentials! A blog by the Snohomish Health District.
Local News
After surviving COVID-19, couple donates plasma for research
Donations of coronavirus plasma at Everett’s PlasmaLab International are sent across the globe to study.
Opinion
Commentary: Keeping in touch with Dad when you can’t touch
The coronavirus pandemic has complicated Father’s Day. Here’s how to make Dad feel loved and safe:
Business
Head to the mall for ‘normal-ish’ good time — and Baby Yoda fix
Stores are open at Everett and Alderwood malls and the outlets in Tulalip. But new rules apply.