Northwest
University of Washington staff rally for better protections
Workers say the university failed to implement basic public health guidance.
Northwest
Yakima farmworkers strike over working conditions amid virus
Workers want paid sick leave, hazard pay, safer working conditions and protection from retaliation.
Local News
Judge OK’s petition to recall Fortney; 2nd petition submitted
What happens if Snohomish County’s sheriff refuses to enforce the governor’s order? Voters may decide.
Local News
Quarantini time! New state rule allows cocktails to-go
Enjoy a margarita or a Manhattan with lunch or dinner to go. At Buck’s in Everett, you keep…
Business
Inslee changes course, says diners won’t have to sign in
Restaurants may still ask customers for information that contact tracers could use to stop an outbreak.
Business
Alaska Airlines cuts Paine Field departures to one per day
Commercial air service at small and regional airports, including Everett’s, has dwindled or vanished.
Northwest
Watch Gov. Jay Inslee’s Thursday news conference here
He will talk about the steps various industries are taking to reopen amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Local News
Washington’s unemployment system sees a spike in impostors
Some 1.3 million people filed last week, but payments are on hold for up two days to verify…
Local News
COVID-19 and help for mental health or substance use
Public Health Essentials! A blog by the Snohomish Health District.
Opinion
Commentary: For ‘Generation Covid,’ the future looks grim
Unless met with all-out action, more children will face poverty and poor outcomes for health and education.
Local News
Local wedding industry braces for a summer of canceled vows
Snohomish event venues say they should be allowed to operate as restaurants do when they reopen.
Northwest
Inslee orders hiring freeze; agencies prepare for 15% cuts
The directive takes effect May 18, with exemptions for activities related to public safety.
Local News
Spring cleaning during shutdown? Goodwill taking donations
Cars lined up to give away stuff in Lynnwood. In masks and gloves, the nonprofit’s workers were on…
Local News
State to deploy brigade of contact tracers to box in virus
A force of 1,371, including 351 from the National Guard, will assist local health districts statewide
Local News
Homeless get nonprofit help applying for stimulus checks
Navigating the registration process is tricky — especially without an e-mail or internet connection.
Opinion
Commentary: Best path to resume work is to protect workers
Companies need guidance and support to ensure their employees can return to a safe work environment.
Local News
Check your lottery tickets: You could be rich (or less poor)
There are dozens of prizes worth millions unclaimed. Winners have 180 days from draw date.
Northwest
Watch Gov. Jay Inslee’s Tuesday news conference here
He will address re-opening the economy and provide an update on contact tracing.
Local News
COVID dress code: Keep your germs, cover your face in style
Face masks make a fashion statement. It’s the dress code for Costco and now the White House.
Opinion
Commentary: Freeze on rent might chill local economies
Unpaid rent means repairs can’t be made and employees and taxes can’t be paid, passing on the harm.