Business
County measure would increase flexibility for businesses in rural areas
Staff report
Northwest
Changes coming to Port of Seattle Police Department
Hiring practices, commitment to diversity, use of force
News
Governor orders statewide use of face coverings in public
Jay Inslee says that until there is a vaccine, it’s the best weapon to stop the spread of…
News
Task force will tackle issues of racial justice, police reform
Inslee names civil rights activists, pastors, and cops to panel that may forge ideas for new laws
News
Renton man pleads guilty to one of state’s largest workers’ comp scams
The delivery driver was still working under his own name while receiving L&I pension, and owes the state…
News
King County Board of Health declares racism a crisis
Racism was declared a public health crisis by King County’s Board of Health.
News
Tax collections tumble as state braces for huge budget hole
Inslee cancels pay raises for some execs and orders furloughs for workers as special session looms.
Northwest
Inslee announces updated religious, faith-based services guidance
Modified Phase 1, Phase 2 allow indoor services at 25% capacity or 200 people, whichever is less
Northwest
U.S. Sen. Murray announces support for Justice in Policing Act
Calls for continued work to stop racial injustice
News
Future of new sex ed law may rest in the hands of voters
Opponents are confident they have enough signatures to put a referendum on the November ballot.
Life
Local production company seeking film, TV pitches from young minority creatives
The Big Pitch competition, put on by TLG Motion Pictures (“Hoarders”), started about six months ago.
News
Child care shortage could follow COVID-19 pandemic
Around 25 percent of child care facilities have closed across the state.
News
Bellevue businesses see damage, looting amid George Floyd protests
National Guard called to assist city.
News
New guidelines for Phase 2 reopenings in King County
All workers will need to wear masks as restaurants, retail shops and other businesses reopen.
News
Inslee wants nursing home residents and staff tested by June 12
Governor says state will pay for test kits and personal protective equipment.
Northwest
New protocols set for Sea-Tac Airport
Strategy to ensure the health, well-being of passengers, visitors and workers
News
Campgrounds to reopen in 22 Washington counties
Campgrounds in counties actively in Phase 2 of the reopening plan will begin to welcome visitors June 1,…
News
Rural King County mayors want state to let them enter Phase 2
Mayors cite heavy economic damage from prolonged shutdown.
News
As sales tax plummets in King County, mental health and drug program funding dries up
County will need to make severe cuts to MIDD program this year.