Life
UW students create Spira app to gather COVID-19 data
The app was created to screen for respiratory diseases but the teen creators shifted their focus once the…
News
Chinese Community Alliance donates to EvergreenHealth Foundation to support COVID-19 efforts
The alliance, which consists of 65 Chinese organizations and community churches in Washington gifted the health system $140,000.
Opinion
The true meaning of community | Guest editorial
LWTech president Dr. Amy Morrison reflects on how the COVID-19 outbreak has brought the community together.
News
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
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.
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
Sports
Northwest University’s Ford signs with Seattle Mountaineers
The 6-foot-6-inch forward ended his senior season as the No. 1 rebounder in the nation with 12.03 rebounds…
Northwest
The danger of ending social distancing too early | Public Health – Seattle & King County
A conversation with Health Officer Dr. Jeff Duchin
Sports
Northwest’s volleyball team stays connected during trying times
The squad has been using Zoom to hold weekly meetings during which they check in and pray for…
News
April free state park days postponed
A date has not been set, though two more free days are approaching in June.
News
Kirkland police arrest suspect tied to vehicle prowls in Kingsgate and other cities
The 32-year-old suspect removed the catalytic converters from some of the vehicles he prowled.
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
News
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.