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Two former King County jail inmates test positive for COVID-19
First confirmed cases at two correctional facilities
Northwest
PSE Foundation, PSE commit to over $1 million to support community efforts
Donations to help community groups, food banks during COVID-19 pandemic
Business
State processes record number of applications for unemployment benefits
Employment Security Department had challenges with the volume
Business
Cantwell calls for nationwide support for local media hurt by COVID-19 pandemic
Remarks come on Senate floor: ‘We need the media. …and need to help them’
News
Regional Animal Services of King County joins effort to help pet owners in need
Locations to pick up food for pets
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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.
News
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.
Northwest
Washington, Oregon and California announce Western states pact
To work together on reopening economies, controlling COVID-19
Northwest
PSE offers bill assistance for customers impacted by COVID-19
$11 million available to help pay bills
Northwest
The danger of ending social distancing too early | Public Health – Seattle & King County
A conversation with Health Officer Dr. Jeff Duchin
News
April free state park days postponed
A date has not been set, though two more free days are approaching in June.
News
King County facilities readying for COVID-19 peak
Facilities are located throughout the county to assist patients with varying levels of support.
Northwest
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
Northwest
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.
News
Students will not return to classrooms this school year
Monday’s decision applies to all schools — public, private and charter.
News
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
Auburn dance studio finds creative solutions to keep going during COVID-19
Pacific Ballroom Dance moves to online classes; group returned home early from national competition