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Starting April 15, everyone 16 and older is eligible for a vaccine
Gov. Inslee said an expected increase in vaccine supply enables the state to open eligibility.
Northwest
Those who switched to telework have higher income, education and better health
U.S. Census Bureau report breaks down the numbers nationwide
Northwest
King County looks at forming hate crime unit in Sheriff’s Office
Four deputies would be assigned to group
Northwest
Solved: Arsonist behind 1987 firefighter’s death was only 12
For 34 years, a blaze at the old Everett Community College library was a mystery. Now Elmer Nash,…
News
Inslee: K-12 schools can reduce COVID social distancing
The governor reduced social distancing requirements for K-12 classrooms from 6 feet to 3 feet.
Northwest
State launches new Office of Firearm Safety and Violence Prevention
Office will focus on community gun violence disproportionately impacting communities of color
Northwest
Constantine proposes $600 million King County COVID-19 supplemental budget
Plan includes $337 million from American Rescue Plan Act
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Insurers told to stop using credit scores to set rates
A ban of that practice will be in place until the pandemic is over, Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler…
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Meet area code 564: The new kid in town is gaining ground
The newest area code in Washington has infiltrated 360 territory, and 425, 206 and 253 are next.
Opinion
Comment: Transportation plan puts a focus on equity for all
The House Democrats’ plan will help direct contracts to women- and minority-owned companies.
Northwest
Inslee expands eligibility with vaccine supply rising
He’s also extending moratoria on evictions and utility cut-offs and easing rules for nursing home visits.
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Inslee signs order to get students back in classrooms
The directive requires districts to offer at least two days of on-campus instruction per week for all grades.
Opinion
The right to vote helps rehumanize incarcerated people | Guest column
By Kim Bogucki, For The Reporter
News
State to expand indoor dining and allow fans in stadiums
Phase 3 of Gov. Jay Inslee’s reopening plan will allow businesses to operate at 50% capacity starting March…
Northwest
King County Elections to host virtual candidate workshops
Effort to encourage people to run for local offices in 2021
Northwest
Inslee OKs use of single-shot Johnson & Johnson vaccine
The governor acted after receiving the recommendation of a scientific panel enlisted by Western states.
News
Law gives Washington high school seniors leeway to graduate
Gov. Jay Inslee signed a bill that can waive some requirements for students who were on track before…