Local News
Child care becomes dilemma as mandatory school closures loom
“We already have a crisis in Washington state with a shortage of child care,” said one daycare owner.
Local News
Buses get disinfectant spray, wipedowns as riders stay home
People are heeding recommendations to limit exposure to one another, and transit agencies see it.
Northwest
Can he do that? How governor can close schools, businesses
State law also enables him to limit gatherings and impose curfews. It’s a misdemeanor to defy him.
Local News
2-week cruise led to 4-week quarantine for Marysville woman
Susan Anabel was trapped on a cruise ship with 3,700 people, 4,800 miles from home.
Life
June Cleaver’s 5 lessons for life during the pandemic
The “Leave It to Beaver” mom set an example for keeping things on an even keel in dystopian…
Local News
Lakewood schools pull two levy measures off April ballot
Everett, Darrington and Sultan will proceed with theirs despite focus on COVID-19
Local News
A wholesome activity leads to infection: Square dancing
There’s lot of touching and intermingling, and many square dancers in the region have fallen ill.
Opinion
Editorial: Helping others in a time of ‘social distancing’
Limiting the spread of disease doesn’t mean we stop lending a hand — even if not a literal…
Opinion
Comment: Cordoning off cities isn’t needed; coordination is
What’s needed now are broad-based social-distancing measures that limit exposure to the virus.
Local News
COVID-19 halts snowy fun at Crystal, Snoqualmie and Stevens
Crystal Mountain and Stevens Pass are both closed due to coronavirus concerns starting Sunday.
Local News
Inslee to order all bars and restaurants to close Tuesday
The governor said the ban won’t apply to grocery stores or pharmacies. And takeout food is OK.
Northwest
‘He’s an inmate’: Anguish mounts over virus-hit nursing home
The inability to comfort confused parents at Life Care Center in Kirkland has been especially painful.
Local News
Partners launch Coronavirus Response Fund, $250,000 to start
The Community Foundation, United Way, Health District, the county and businesses are working together.
Local News
Schools prepare to feed thousands of children countywide
Each district is coming up with its own plan as they get ready to close for more than…
Local News
Number of COVID-19 cases in Washington continues to rise
One local healthcare provider says test kits are still in short supply.
Opinion
Comment: How do grandparents stay ‘socially distant’ from kids?
As the song says, there are choices to make based on ‘what condition our condition is in.’
Sports
Patterson: Most agree, some things are bigger than sports
Comments from readers suggest most are disappointed sports have been shut down, but understand why.
Local News
Many trials suspended in Snohomish County due to COVID-19
People don’t have to report to jury duty, and defendants will have a longer wait.
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.
Nation-World
Trump declares virus emergency; Pelosi announces aid deal
The president’s move opens up $50 billion for state and local governments to respond to the outbreak.