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Uncertainty remains, but state sees revenues increase

Washington’s revenues continued to improve over the past few months, but officials warned there is significant… Continue reading

FILE - This May 7, 2020, file photo shows a man wearing a mask while walking under a Now Hiring sign at a CVS Pharmacy during the coronavirus outbreak in San Francisco.  On Thursday, Nov. 12, the number of people seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 709,000, the fourth straight drop and a sign that the job market is slowly healing. The figures coincide with a sharp resurgence in confirmed viral infections to an all-time high above 120,000 a day.  (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu, File)

US jobless claims rise to 742,000; millions to lose aid

The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid rose last week to 742,000, the first increase in five… Continue reading

FILE - This May 7, 2020, file photo shows a man wearing a mask while walking under a Now Hiring sign at a CVS Pharmacy during the coronavirus outbreak in San Francisco.  On Thursday, Nov. 12, the number of people seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 709,000, the fourth straight drop and a sign that the job market is slowly healing. The figures coincide with a sharp resurgence in confirmed viral infections to an all-time high above 120,000 a day.  (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu, File)

Many county health officers statewide have resigned or been fired during the pandemic. Is public criticism fair or unfair to someone in their position?

Many county health officers statewide have resigned or been fired during the pandemic. Is public criticism fair or unfair to someone in their position?… Continue reading

  • Nov 19, 2020
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) scrambles against the Los Angeles Rams in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020. (Keith Birmingham/The Orange County Register via AP)

SEAHAWKS: Arizona and Seattle clash in Thursday Night Football showdown

There was very little time for Kyler Murray and DeAndre Hopkins to enjoy the wave of celebration after one of the great game… Continue reading

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) scrambles against the Los Angeles Rams in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020. (Keith Birmingham/The Orange County Register via AP)

With restaurants and other businesses under renewed COVID-19 restrictions, are you more or less likely to order take-out or curbside service?

With restaurants and other businesses under renewed COVID-19 restrictions, are you more or less likely to order take-out or curbside service?… Continue reading

  • Nov 18, 2020

State hits new record for COVID-19 cases

The state Department of Health has reported 2,589 additional COVID-19 cases and 23 more deaths, setting another new record on… Continue reading

300 attend wedding leading to virus outbreak

Health officials are asking more than 300 attendees of a wedding near Ritzville on Nov. 7 to get tested for… Continue reading

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Inslee appoints new secretary of health

Gov. Jay Inslee on Tuesday appointed Dr. Umair A. Shah as the state’s new secretary of… Continue reading

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LETTER: Presidential election

There has been a lot of back and forth about the presidential election. Who won, who didn’t, who should concede, and so forth. Keep these… Continue reading

LETTER:Virtual concert

A concert on the computer? I must admit I had my doubts, but the Port Angeles Symphony Orchestra has used creativity as well as technology… Continue reading

FILE - In this Oct. 13, 1995, file photo, Seattle Mariners Ken Griffey Jr. tosses his batting helmet after grounding out in the eighth inning against the Cleveland Indians in an ALCS game in Cleveland. The Seattle Mariners are the only baseball franchise never to advance to the Fall Classic. Baseball has never been played in Seattle beyond Oct. 22. The Mariners have three times been to the American League Championship Series, and all three times were sent home before there could ever be a Game 7. (AP Photo/Mark Duncan, File)

MLS SOCCER: Griffey Jr. joins Sounders’ ownership group

The Seattle Sounders have added Baseball Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr. to the club’s ownership… Continue reading

FILE - In this Oct. 13, 1995, file photo, Seattle Mariners Ken Griffey Jr. tosses his batting helmet after grounding out in the eighth inning against the Cleveland Indians in an ALCS game in Cleveland. The Seattle Mariners are the only baseball franchise never to advance to the Fall Classic. Baseball has never been played in Seattle beyond Oct. 22. The Mariners have three times been to the American League Championship Series, and all three times were sent home before there could ever be a Game 7. (AP Photo/Mark Duncan, File)

State seeks to bar Eyman from controlling political money

Washington state is seeking to bar initiative promoter Tim Eyman from having any future financial control of political committees as… Continue reading

Should Emily Murphy, the head of the General Services Administration, certify Joe Biden as president-elect so the transition team can access federal funding?

Should Emily Murphy, the head of the General Services Administration, certify Joe Biden as president-elect so the transition team can access federal funding?… Continue reading

  • Nov 17, 2020

A second company has reported a COVID-19 vaccine at nearly 95 percent effective. Are you more confident or less confident in obtaining one once available?

A second company has reported a COVID-19 vaccine at nearly 95 percent effective. Are you more confident or less confident in obtaining one once available?… Continue reading

  • Nov 16, 2020
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Freddie Swain (18) reaches but can't catch a pass in the end zone during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

SEAHAWKS: Seattle, Wilson can’t crack Rams’ defense

Seahawks lose 23-16 to L.A. on the road

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Freddie Swain (18) reaches but can't catch a pass in the end zone during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
A sign for curbside pickup is shown outside the Cascadia Grill, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in downtown Olympia, Wash. Washington Gov. Jay Inslee announced Sunday that beginning Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020, indoor dining will not be allowed and that restaurants and bars will be limited to to-go service and outdoor dining with tables seating no more than five people. Restrictions and limitations were also announced for gyms, grocery stores, and other businesses as the state continues to combat a rising number of coronavirus cases. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

New COVID-19 restrictions on dining, gyms

Retail, grocery stores face new 25 percent capacity

A sign for curbside pickup is shown outside the Cascadia Grill, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in downtown Olympia, Wash. Washington Gov. Jay Inslee announced Sunday that beginning Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020, indoor dining will not be allowed and that restaurants and bars will be limited to to-go service and outdoor dining with tables seating no more than five people. Restrictions and limitations were also announced for gyms, grocery stores, and other businesses as the state continues to combat a rising number of coronavirus cases. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
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With rising COVID-19 case numbers throughout the state, do you agree with new restrictions announced by Gov. Jay Inslee intended to slow the virus?

With rising COVID-19 case numbers throughout the state, do you agree with new restrictions announced by Gov. Jay Inslee intended to slow the virus?… Continue reading

  • Nov 15, 2020
Washington State running back Deon McIntosh (3) carries the ball during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Oregon in Pullman, Wash., Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020. Oregon won 43-29. (AP Photo/Young Kwak)

COUGARS: Washington State unable to slow down Oregon in 43-29 loss

Cougars keep it close until late, but Ducks’ offense too much

Washington State running back Deon McIntosh (3) carries the ball during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Oregon in Pullman, Wash., Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020. Oregon won 43-29. (AP Photo/Young Kwak)
Rain water flies off the helmet of Oregon State wide receiver Trevon Bradford (8) as he is hit by Washington linebacker Alphonzo Tuputala (40) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020, in Seattle. Washington won 27-21. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

HUSKIES: Washington holds off Oregon State in Jimmy Lake’s debut

Jimmy Lake’s voice didn’t finally start to fail until the postgame celebration in the locker room. It wasn’t prettiest debut, but Lake was… Continue reading

Rain water flies off the helmet of Oregon State wide receiver Trevon Bradford (8) as he is hit by Washington linebacker Alphonzo Tuputala (40) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020, in Seattle. Washington won 27-21. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)