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Inslee signs order to free hundreds of nonviolent prisoners
The state may release up to 950 inmates as officials look to prevent COVID-19 deaths behind bars.
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First round of coronavirus stimulus checks arrive
The payments showed up in direct-deposit accounts this week. Couples get $2,400, plus $500 per kid.
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Up to 950 inmates may be let out early amid COVID-19 concern
After a protest at the Monroe prison, the state says it will take steps to thin populations immediately.
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First WA state prisoner tests positive for COVID-19
The man is the first person in Washington to contract the disease while in a state prison.
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Students will not return to classrooms this school year
Monday’s decision applies to all schools — public, private and charter.
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New self-swab COVID-19 test is just as accurate, study finds
The study, under peer review, was led by an Everett Clinic doctor. It could speed up testing nationwide.
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Life Care in Kirkland facing more than $600K in fines for COVID-19 response
The facility has until Sept. 16 to pay or address areas of concern or it will be terminated.
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Gov. Inslee extends stay-home order to May 4
As in other states, demand for intensive health care due to COVID-19 is expected to peak later in…
Life
‘Don’t assume it can’t happen to you’
Federal Way resident Evelyn Allcorn shares story of her husband’s battle with COVID-19 after he tested positive on…
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Inslee to state businesses: Pivot to make medical equipment
The governor said Wednesday that the state must become self-reliant in the fight against COVID-19.
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Gov. Inslee warns of stepped-up ‘stay home’ enforcement
“Thousands of calls” from residents concerned about businesses and people not following restrictions.
Northwest
Inslee: Stay-at-home orders must continue to completely eliminate COVID-19
Slight decrease in rate of new coronavirus cases, but residents must continue to hunker down.