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Coronavirus
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Inslee extends pause on counties advancing phases to...
By Joseph Thompson • July 14, 2020 4:10 pm

A spike in cases could cause hospitalizations and deaths to rise soon.

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Gov. Jay Inslee issued new guidance allowing the resumption of self-service buffets, salad bars, salsa bars, drink stations and other types of communal food sources in Phase 2. File photo
Buffets and salad bars back on the menu...
By Jerry Cornfield • July 8, 2020 4:55 pm

Gov. Jay Inslee has revised rules to allow self-serve food areas in Phase 2 of the state’s reopening.

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Brian Tilley (left) and Katie Dearman work the wash station Friday at Kate’s Greek American Deli in Everett. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)
Governor’s no-mask, no-service order begins across Washington
By Ian Davis-Leonard • July 7, 2020 11:39 pm

“Just do not ring up the sale,” Gov. Jay Inslee said about customers who do not don the proper masks.

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Nurse Sylvia Keller, pictured with Gov. Jay Inslee, is on the front lines of the COVID-19 battle in Yakima County. Courtesy photo
Governor doubles down on mask rules
By Jerry Cornfield • July 6, 2020 11:40 am

Inslee: Starting July 7, businesses do not serve those who do not wear a mask

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Public and private universities, colleges, technical schools, apprenticeship programs and similar schools and programs may resume general instruction, including in-person classes and lectures, starting Aug. 1. Pictured: The University of Washington-Bothell campus. File photo
Universities and colleges may reopen in fall, governor...
By Jerry Cornfield • June 29, 2020 10:50 am

His order requires masks and physical distancing, among other measures, to help prevent infections.

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During a recent training, South King Fire and Rescue members at Station 62 wear personal protective gear, which includes face masks, eye protection, gloves and gowns. Courtesy photo
Governor orders statewide use of face coverings in...
By Jerry Cornfield • June 23, 2020 4:20 pm

Jay Inslee says that until there is a vaccine, it’s the best weapon to stop the spread of COVID-19.

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Doreen Davis, left in mask, waves at parade participants on May 2. Olivia Sullivan/staff photo
Wear your face-hugging, ever-loving mask | Editorial
By Editorial • June 20, 2020 1:30 pm

“Don’t make me come down there.”

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State Capitol Building, Olympia, Washington. File photo
Tax collections tumble as state braces for huge...
By Jerry Cornfield • June 19, 2020 3:30 pm

Inslee cancels pay raises for some execs and orders furloughs for workers as special session looms.

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Kabal Gill, owner of East India Grill in Federal Way, wears gloves to hand over take-out orders at his restaurant on March 23. File photo
New guidelines for Phase 2 reopenings in King...
By Jerry Cornfield • May 30, 2020 5:30 pm

All workers will need to wear masks as restaurants, retail shops and other businesses reopen.

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This undated file photo provided by U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows CDC’s laboratory test kit for the new coronavirus. Courtesy photo
Inslee wants nursing home residents and staff tested...
By Rachel Riley • May 30, 2020 4:40 pm

Governor says state will pay for test kits and personal protective equipment.

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Auburn Mountain View Cemetery Manager Craig Hudson, center, confers with maintenance workers David Partridge, left, and Zach Hopper in March 2020. Sound Publishing file photo
State allows weddings, funerals, religious services to restart...
By Jerry Cornfield • May 27, 2020 3:10 pm

Gov. Inslee issues new rules during May 27 news conference.

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American Medical Response (AMR) organized a parade of first responders to show appreciation for St. Elizabeth Hospital staff April 30. Photo by Ray Miller-Still/Sound Publishing
The complications of counting COVID deaths in Washington
By Jerry Cornfield • May 24, 2020 1:00 pm

State relies on results of tests and death certificates in calculating the daily toll of the disease.

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State issues guidance on dental care, medical appointments
State issues guidance on dental care, medical appointments
By Jerry Cornfield • May 18, 2020 6:18 pm

Resumption of those practices depends on adequate protective equipment and patient screening.

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