Citing rising coronavirus cases in Washington, Gov. Jay Inslee suspended counties' ability to move into the final stage of reopening.
State health officials said a technical glitch left dozens of coronavirus-related hospitalizations unreported earlier in the week.
Public health workers are closely monitoring the virus's behavior in King County after a notable increase in new cases detected this month.
The United States reported more than 36,000 new coronavirus illnesses Wednesday, surpassing the previous single-day record.
The state has given out several million masks to low-income Washingtonians, just in time for the upcoming mask mandate.
The state accounted for 500 more coronavirus cases Tuesday after data issues under counted Monday. Catch up on the latest developments.
Starting Friday residents will have to wear a mask, or potentially face a misdemeanor.
State health officials said an ongoing issue with delayed data led to lower case counts Monday afternoon. Catch up on the latest.
State health officials reported 10 more deaths and 409 new cases of the coronavirus Friday, Catch up on the latest developments.
In Phase 3 counties, non-essential travel restrictions are lifted, and bar seating is again allowed.
UW Medicine says they believe the use of PPE has helped protect many of their doctors and nurses from the virus as they treat patients.
King County is also donating 800,000 additional cloth face coverings and hand sanitizer go residents in need.
Yakima County continues to report the highest number of new coronavirus cases across Washington. Catch up on the latest here.
Health officials say the coronavirus could be made worse by the upcoming wildfire season, and they're asking everyone to be prepared.
State health officials confirmed 324 new coronavirus cases and four more deaths Monday. Catch up on other recent developments.
The vote means King County could ideally enter Phase 2 by the end of the work week.
State health officials confirmed 296 new coronavirus cases and four more deaths Sunday. Catch up on other recent developments.
Another 367 COVID-19 cases and nine deaths were confirmed in Washington Saturday as the state continues to reopen. Catch up on other news.
Researchers say the uptick is probably from Memorial Day weekend, and not the recent protests.
According to the latest state data, the overall testing positivity rate ticked down to 5.7%. Catch up on the latest developments here.
After several days with over a dozen deaths, Washington is reporting four more dead Thursday. Find the latest coronavirus updates here.
Yakima County again saw the highest number of new coronavirus cases recorded in the state. Catch up on the latest developments here.
A petition started by UW health experts argues that fighting racism helps fight COVID-19, despite the risks posed by large gatherings
State health officials on Monday added 312 new coronavirus cases to the statewide tally, as the death toll reached 1,161.
The organization says some of their hospitals now don't have any coronavirus patients at all.
Washington has now confirmed 23,729 coronavirus cases, including 1,159 deaths from COVID-19. Catch up on other recent developments.
Washington confirmed 449 new coronavirus cases Saturday, the most in nearly two months. Catch up on other new developments.
State and local health officials are expanding coronavirus testing recommendations as more kits arrive. Catch up on the latest developments.
Seattle Fire will staff two former emissions sites to offer free, drive-thru coronavirus tests beginning Friday, June 5.
As some counties are struggling to enter Phase 2, the first counties have already applied to move to the third phase. The latest updates.
27 counties across Washington are already at Phase 2, now the first six have applied for the third phase.
The state Department of Health says about 6 percent of the 368,799 Washingtonians tested have contracted the virus.
The state is reviewing five Phase 2 applications, meanwhile the earliest Phase 3 applications could be filed Wednesday.
Health officials across Washington say it's important to protest inequality, but remember to stay safe from the coronavirus.
State health officials confirmed 332 new coronavirus cases in Washington Sunday, but no additional deaths from COVID-19.
Protesters took over I-5 Saturday afternoon and the city established a 5 p.m. curfew amid protests over the death of George Floyd.
Two men released early from Monroe Correctional Complex are enjoying their newfound freedom, but remain bitter about what happened inside.
Public health officials on Friday reported 29 additional cases and two new deaths linked to COVID-19. Catch up on the latest developments.
A recent analysis found about half of new coronavirus infections in Washington are now among people under 40 years old.
Washington added 225 new coronavirus cases and 17 additional deaths across the state Wednesday. Catch up on the latest developments here.