'Honor System' For Masks Enough For Compliance: Inslee

Gov. Inslee has issued a proclamation officially updating the state's mask guidance to match the recent CDC changes. Here's how it works.

COVID-19 Trending Downward In WA Thanks To Vaccination: DOH

The DOH now estimates that more than 36.5 percent of Washingtonians are fully immune to the coronavirus, which is limiting transmission.

King County Reinstates Mask Mandate For Indoor Settings

King County's health officer has signed an indoor masking directive to stay in place until 70% of residents 16 and up are fully vaccinated.

Keep Wearing Masks Indoors, King County Health Officer Urges

Dr. Jeff Duchin on Monday encouraged vaccinated and unvaccinated people alike to keep masking up in indoor public spaces for the time being.

Washington's Latest E. Coli Outbreak Linked To PCC Yogurt: DOH

The outbreak has now sickened a total of 11 people, seven of which have been hospitalized for severe symptoms.

WA Grocery Stores, Retailers Adapting To New Mask Guidance

New CDC guidance says fully-vaccinated people no longer need to wear masks in indoor settings. Here's what's changing locally.

King County Is Safe In Phase 3, With Future Rollbacks Unlikely

All counties will be eligible for Phase 3 on Tuesday, regardless of the metrics, as Washington heads toward a full reopening next month.

Washington Will Fully Reopen By June 30 Or Earlier: Inslee

All counties will drop restrictions by the end of June, and the state can reopen sooner if more people get their shots quickly, Inslee said.

COVID Cases Drop 20% As King County Looks To Vaccinate More Teens

King County appears to be "turning the corner" on the fourth wave, seeing fewer cases and hospitalizations, Dr. Jeff Duchin said Wednesday.

E. Coli Outbreak Causes Sickness In Multiple Washington Counties

At least six people have been sickened, though health officials warn more reports may be coming.

Pfizer Vaccine Cleared For Use In Kids Ages 12-15 In Washington

The Washington State Department of Health is now recommending the vaccine be used for anyone 12-years-old or older.

WA DOH: Too Soon To Tell If Case Counts Have Plateaued

There are signs that the recent wave of transmissions is evening out, but doctors say we'll still have to wait before declaring victory.

Seattle Refocuses Mobile Vaccination Efforts On Younger Adults

Seattle is deploying its mobile vaccination teams to reach younger adults where they live, work and play.

Red Cross Blood Drive Coming Up In Seattle Area

There's a Red Cross blood drive being held near you.

Mariners Begin Fan Vaccinations At T-Mobile Park

The Mariners have joined the Sounders in offering fans quick and easy vaccines during home games, becoming the first MLB team to do so.

Staying In Phase 3: King County Avoids Rollbacks For Now

In a surprising move Tuesday, Gov. Jay Inslee placed a two-week freeze on rollbacks, keeping King County from returning to Phase 2.

Seattle Drops Appointment Requirement At 3 City-Run Vaccine Sites

All King County residents and workers can now get COVID-19 vaccines without an appointment at Lumen Field, Rainier Beach and West Seattle.

It's Air Quality Awareness Week In Washington: What To Know

The state Department of Ecology is asking everyone to take some time this week to learn more about air pollution, and how to prevent it.

Facing Rollbacks: Many WA Counties Could Move Backward This Week

At least a dozen Washington counties are likely to see more restrictions this week, amid a fourth wave of infections and hospitalizations.

Seattle Sounders Offer Vaccines To Fans Before Home Matches

Starting Sunday, Sounders fans 18 and older can get a dose of Johnson & Johnson or Moderna inside Lumen Field as soon as gates open.

King County Coronavirus Vaccination Rates

This is how the Seattle area compares to Washington for coronavirus vaccinations.

WA's 4th Wave Shows Early Signs Of Plateau, But Rates Still High

Health officials say there are early indicators of a leveling off in COVID-19 cases, but more progress will be needed to avoid rollbacks.

'The Big One': How Cascadia Tsunami Would Impact Puget Sound

An earthquake on the Cascadia subduction zone would cause a tsunami to hit Puget Sound in just 2 to 4 hours, according to a new DNR study.

Need A Second Vaccine Dose? Seattle Can Help

This week, Seattle began offering second-dose appointments to all King County residents who cannot return to their original provider.

Alki Beach Closed To Swimmers After Sewage Overflow

Public health officials issued a closure notice Wednesday after a sewer overflow on Bonair Drive Southwest.

Shoreline Welcomes New Vaccine Clinic For North King County

UW Medicine's fifth COVID-19 vaccine site is tailored to get 1,000 North King County residents immunized each day.

Washington's Fallen Workers Ceremony To Honor Coronavirus Victims

As part of the annual ceremony Wednesday, the state will recognize two dozen people who died after contracting COVID-19 at work.

Washington Asks Fully Vaccinated People To Keep Wearing Masks

The change is one of several new pandemic safety guidelines suggested by the Centers for Disease Control.

US Home Prices Rose 11.9% In February, Fastest Growth Since 2014

Seattle saw one of the highest year-over-year gains at 15.4% growth.

Thousands Of Vaccine Appointments Available In Seattle

Seattle's city-run sites are looking to fill tens of thousands of COVID-19 vaccine appointments this week, open to all in King County.

WA Has "Code Red" Blood Shortage, Bloodworks Northwest Says

Bloodworks says their supplies are so low, they have less than a days worth of supply on hand.

J&J Vaccine Recommended For Use In Washington, Other States

A key federal committee recommended that the U.S. lift the pause of the single-dose COVID-19 vaccine.

Coronavirus Spread Outpacing Immunity In Washington, DOH Cautions

While immunization is making a big difference in Washington, vaccines are not enough to slow transmission just yet, officials said Thursday.

'Unusual' Coronavirus Testing Sites Prompt Warning In King County

Public health officials are warning of a growing number of unauthorized COVID-19 test sites that may be unreliable and put people at risk.

WA Doubles Daily Vaccination Goal: 'We Can See The Finish Line'

With a fourth wave of coronavirus transmissions mounting, Washington is hoping to dramatically increase its vaccine output.

Seafair Stays Virtual For 2021, Citing WA Coronavirus Guidelines

One of the Pacific Northwest's largest summer events will be virtual for the second year in a row, organizers announced Wednesday.

Update: Check Hospital Capacity In Seattle Area

Here's how many hospital beds are currently filled in King County and across WA.

'Take It Outside' Urges Inslee As 4th Wave Mounts

State leaders say Washington is in the early stages of a fourth wave of transmissions, but spending more time outdoors may slow it down.

Where To Find Vaccine Appointments In Washington

As of April 15, everyone 16 and older can seek out a COVID-19 vaccine in Washington. Here are a few tools to help connect you with a shot.

Vaccines For All: 16+ Eligibility Begins Thursday In Washington

All Washingtonians 16 and older join the vaccine eligibility list on April 15 — a major milestone on the path toward widespread immunity.