Fred Meyer limits number of customers in store at one time

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Fred Meyer limits number of customers in store at one time

Steps taken to allow social distancing

Three Blue Origin employees in Kent test positive for COVID-19

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Three Blue Origin employees in Kent test positive for COVID-19

At new headquarters that opened in January

Renton business owner supports local farmers, brewers during pandemic

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Renton business owner supports local farmers, brewers during pandemic

The Brewmaster’s Foundation weekly Community Supported Agriculture box includes fresh produce from local farms and beers from Washington…

Insurers should consider refunds of auto premiums to Washington drivers

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Insurers should consider refunds of auto premiums to Washington drivers

State Insurance Commissioner Kreidler issues request

Amazon.com still has listings for medical equipment, but the website includes a caveat and other protections to ensure equipment is supplied to those who need it. Screenshot

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Five businesses warned for price gouging

Ferguson sent cease and desist letters to five businesses, including one in Issaquah.

Muckleshoot Casino in Auburn extends closure through at least April 14

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Muckleshoot Casino in Auburn extends closure through at least April 14

Tribe had hoped for March 31 reopening

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Auburn Reporter to suspend print publication

As the coronavirus pandemic continues to rapidly evolve across the globe, the Auburn Reporter must also adapt in…

COVID-19 gathering restriction delays funerals

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COVID-19 gathering restriction delays funerals

For one funeral home owner, the confusion came to a head after a recent service.

Boeing plants in Puget Sound area to close; infected Everett worker dies

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Boeing plants in Puget Sound area to close; infected Everett worker dies

To the relief of anxious employees, the company said it will shut down factory operations for two weeks.

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New unemployment claims increased over 116 percent during week of March 8-14

During the week of March 8-14, 14,154 new claims for unemployment benefits were filed with the Employment Security…

Customers buying high volume of products at cannabis shops

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Customers buying high volume of products at cannabis shops

Retail establishments get the green light to remain open during COVID-19 pandemic.

AG Ferguson warns of scams related to COVID-19

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AG Ferguson warns of scams related to COVID-19

Washingtonians should be skeptical of claims about virus

Westfield Southcenter mall in Tukwila closes because of coronavirus

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Westfield Southcenter mall in Tukwila closes because of coronavirus

Reopening date remains to be determined

Westfield Southcenter mall in Tukwila closes because of coronavirus

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Westfield Southcenter mall in Tukwila closes because of coronavirus

Reopening date remains to be determined

A Boeing 777X during a taxi test. (Boeing Co.)

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Companywide, Boeing reports 11 confirmed cases of COVID-19

Boeing will equip more employees to work remotely, but for now factory workers will stay on the line.

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SBA offers disaster assistance to Washington small businesses economically impacted by the coronavirus

The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to Washington small businesses…

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Comcast boosts access of discounted internet for low-income Auburn residents

Comcast Washington is offering free service and faster internet speeds to help Auburn families deal with the coronavirus…

SBA to provide small businesses impacted by coronavirus up to $2M in disaster assistance loans

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SBA to provide small businesses impacted by coronavirus up to $2M in disaster assistance loans

Administrator: ‘SBA will continue to provide every small business with the most effective and customer-focused response possible during…

State’s unemployment rate drops again, falls to record low

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State’s unemployment rate drops again, falls to record low

Washington’s economy picks up 6,800 jobs in January

A flight takes off at SeaTac International Airport. Photo courtesy Port of Seattle

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Port of Seattle, airlines respond to COVID-19 with new health measures

Changes at Sea-Tac Airport include more hand sanitizer, training for biohazard cleaning.