Seattle, WA|News|
King County Phase 3: WA Leaders Rule On Reopening Status
Washington state leaders announced the fate of Phase 3 in King County on Monday. The state's next review is scheduled for early May.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Washington: Finding Our Way Forward
The coronavirus shutdown brought civic life and commerce to a standstill for months. These stories of revival show how communities, businesses, schools and essential institutions in Washington are finding ways to reopen, recover and move forward.
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Seattle, WA|News|
Washington's Phase 3 Review: Here's What To Know For Monday
Washington state officials will evaluate all 39 counties' reopening status on Monday, and some may have to roll back to Phase 2.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Bellevue, WA|News|
King County Meeting Phase 3 Metrics Ahead Of State's 1st Review
During his Friday briefing, Dr. Jeff Duchin said King County looked likely to remain in Phase 3 after the state's April 12 evaluation.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Washington Updates Phase Guidance, Clarifies Rollback Criteria
The changes to the Healthy Washington plan include one that will make it more difficult for counties to fall back into earlier phases.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Does WA Need Vaccine Passports? Patch Readers Weigh In
Washington Patch readers shared their thoughts around the idea of a statewide vaccine passport. See what they had to say.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Some Washington Counties May Roll Back To Phase 2 Next Week
Case counts are on the rise across Washington. Now, health officials are considering putting especially problematic areas back on lockdown.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
Do You Support A Vaccine Passport In Washington? Take Our Survey
Are you in favor of or against requiring individuals to show that they have been vaccinated against or have tested negative for COVID-19?
Feroze Dhanoa, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Bonney Lake And Sumner Food Banks Announce Merger
The organizations say merging will better support East Pierce County, which has seen a massive spike in demand during the pandemic.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
Washington State's Economy Least Impacted By COVID-19: Study
WalletHub looked at 13 key metrics for all 50 states, plus the District of Columbia, and found that Washington is doing well overall.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bellevue, WA|News|
Daily Case Counts Up 26% As King County Heads Into Easter Weekend
Heading into another holiday, the rate of new COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations continues to rise in King County, officials said Friday.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
Vaccine Eligiblity Expands In WA: Here's Who Qualifies Now
Washington opens two more tiers of Phase 1B on Wednesday, adding vaccine eligibility for another 2 million residents.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
Lawsuit Seeks Quick Vaccine Access For All Washington Inmates
Inmate advocates have filed a lawsuit asking the courts to order the state to make vaccines available to all people in prisons immediately.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
Here's Why Washington Is Waiting To Open Up Vaccine Eligibility
More states are announcing eligibility for all groups earlier than the May 1 goal. Washington has not. Here's a look at where things stand.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
1 Million Fully Vaccinated In Washington; 3 Million Doses Given
More than one out of seven Washingtonians are now fully vaccinated against COVID-19, with eligibility set to expand further on March 31.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Kirkland, WA|News|
4th Coronavirus Wave May Be Here, King County Health Officer Says
Daily case counts are up 43 percent from two weeks ago, and hospitalizations among younger age groups are increasing, Dr. Jeff Duchin said.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
Coronavirus Cases Jumped 5% In WA Last Week, Federal Report Finds
The latest federal profile found an increase in case counts and hospital admissions, despite a steep drop in people seeking testing.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Redmond, WA|News|
More WA Microsoft Workers Can Return To The Office March 29
Thousands of Microsoft employees can choose to return to headquarters this month, more than a year after the pandemic shuttered all offices.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
Washington Reaches Phase 3: Here's What's Allowed Starting Monday
Monday begins a new chapter in Washington's coronavirus journey, allowing for larger activities and the return of spectator sports.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Kirkland, WA|News|
Coronavirus Activity Growing In King County, Health Officer Warns
While infections among older adults have dropped dramatically, case counts in younger groups are once again on the rise.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Next Tier Of Vaccinations Expanded, Will Begin March 31: Inslee
The next tier now includes more essential workers in congregate settings, plus people living in congregate settings. Here's what to know.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
Vaccines Give Optimism But Case Trends Concerning: Washington DOH
Washington health leaders expect a big boost in vaccine deliveries in April but note a worrisome pattern is emerging among COVID-19 trends.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Rite Aid Prioritizing Vaccines For Washington Teachers
For several days this month, Rite Aid will be offering the vaccine exclusively to teachers, school staff and child care providers.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Registration Opens Thursday For Edgewood Vaccine Clinic
The clinic will be Saturday, and includes residents who qualify for the vaccine under Phase 1B2.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
Vaccine Rollout Advances: Phase 1B2 Begins Wednesday
The next tier makes several groups eligible for vaccination, largely high-risk critical workers who work in congregate settings.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
Inmate Advocates Ask Inslee To Prioritize Vaccinations In Prisons
Attorneys are calling on the state to make all inmates eligible for coronavirus vaccines, citing the outsized risk for infection in prisons.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Registration Opens Wednesday For Bonney Lake Vaccine Clinic
The clinic will be Saturday at Bonney Lake High School, and includes residents who qualify for the vaccine under Phase 1B2.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Puyallup Vaccine Clinic Offers Shots To Patients In Phase 1B2
Registration opens Tuesday for the Tacoma - Pierce County Health Department's next COVID-19 vaccine clinic.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bellevue, WA|News|
King County Health Officer Emphasizes Caution As Phase 3 Nears
In his weekly briefing, Dr. Jeff Duchin touched on case counts, vaccination efforts and the safe path toward a normal summer.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
Washington Teams Gear Up To Welcome Fans Back In April
The Mariners, Sounders and OL Reign have all confirmed plans to welcome back fans in the weeks ahead. Here's how it will work.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
Phase 3 Begins March 22 In Washington: Here's What It Allows
Every county will move into the next reopening phase later this month, just in time for fans to attend opening day at T-Mobile Park.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
Another Coronavirus 'Variant Of Concern' Detected In King County
A third potentially more infectious variant, first identified in Brazil, has officially landed in King County. Here's what to know.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
What $1.9T Coronavirus Relief Bill Means For Washington Residents
The American Rescue Plan will provide stimulus checks, child tax credits and $7 billion in other aid to Washington. Here are the details.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
Lumen Field Mass Vaccination Site Opens Saturday
At full capacity, the Lumen Field Event Center will be the largest civilian-led vaccination site in the country.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
Washington Adopts CDC Guidance For Fully Vaccinated People
Health officials said fully vaccinated people can safely socialize without masks in some scenarios, but should still wear them in public.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Seattle, WA|News|
Washington Hits Vaccine Milestone: 2 Million Doses Administered
Washington's vaccination efforts reached new heights this week, as the state prepares to expand eligibility later in March.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Kirkland, WA|News|
WA Detects More Variant Cases; DOH Updates Vaccine Outlook
In a weekly briefing, state health officials discussed Washington's evolving vaccination efforts and what to expect heading into spring.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Across Washington|News|
Washington Ramps Up Efforts To Detect Coronavirus Variants
While Washington is one of the top states in screening for variants of concern, less than 3 percent of all cases are genetically sequenced.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Bellevue, WA|News|
Washington Teachers Now Eligible For Coronavirus Vaccines
Following a federal directive, Washington added educators to Phase 1B1 Tuesday, making them immediately eligible for vaccine appointments.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Bellevue, WA|News|
500K Coronavirus Vaccine Doses: King County Reaches New Milestone
More than 18 percent of King County residents have received at least one dose of coronavirus vaccine, according to the latest estimates.
Lucas Combos, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
3rd Coronavirus Stimulus Checks: What To Expect In Pierce County
The Senate will begin debate Wednesday on a $1.9 trillion relief bill that directly aids families, states, cities, the unemployed and more.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
