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Inslee: We are not close, yet, to lifting restrictions
Governor warns lockdown may last a while, and builders offer path to freeing their industry now.
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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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Distancing efforts working and must continue in key Washington counties
New report shows individual, household efforts having a positive impact
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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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Washington, Oregon and California announce Western states pact
To work together on reopening economies, controlling COVID-19
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PSE offers bill assistance for customers impacted by COVID-19
$11 million available to help pay bills
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The danger of ending social distancing too early | Public Health – Seattle & King County
A conversation with Health Officer Dr. Jeff Duchin
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State Department of Commerce announces $5 million emergency response grant for tribes
All tribal communities across the state will have access to funding to help with COVID-19 response
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King County reports 27 coronavirus cases in homeless shelters
County has provided 60 motel vouchers so far for quarantining homeless individuals.
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National Guard helps pack boxes at Kent warehouse for food banks
Members assist Northwest Harvest
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King County regional trails closed except for essential use
Green River, Interurban trails part of system
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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…
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Inslee, nonprofits launch fund for state’s food banks as supply levels drop
Demand expected to double this week to 1.6 million people in need
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Sound Transit suspends light rail construction projects amid COVID-19 response
Some work will continue
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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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Sewing up solutions: South King firefighter designs prototype for protective gown shortage
Despite the department’s success with a one-man team, South King Fire is looking for the community’s help to…
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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.