Gov. Inslee has issued a proclamation officially updating the state's mask guidance to match the recent CDC changes. Here's how it works.
The DOH now estimates that more than 36.5 percent of Washingtonians are fully immune to the coronavirus, which is limiting transmission.
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.
Dr. Jeff Duchin on Monday encouraged vaccinated and unvaccinated people alike to keep masking up in indoor public spaces for the time being.
The outbreak has now sickened a total of 11 people, seven of which have been hospitalized for severe symptoms.
New CDC guidance says fully-vaccinated people no longer need to wear masks in indoor settings. Here's what's changing locally.
All counties will be eligible for Phase 3 on Tuesday, regardless of the metrics, as Washington heads toward a full reopening next month.
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.
King County appears to be "turning the corner" on the fourth wave, seeing fewer cases and hospitalizations, Dr. Jeff Duchin said Wednesday.
At least six people have been sickened, though health officials warn more reports may be coming.
The Washington State Department of Health is now recommending the vaccine be used for anyone 12-years-old or older.
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 is deploying its mobile vaccination teams to reach younger adults where they live, work and play.
There's a Red Cross blood drive being held near you.
The Mariners have joined the Sounders in offering fans quick and easy vaccines during home games, becoming the first MLB team to do so.
In a surprising move Tuesday, Gov. Jay Inslee placed a two-week freeze on rollbacks, keeping King County from returning to Phase 2.
All King County residents and workers can now get COVID-19 vaccines without an appointment at Lumen Field, Rainier Beach and West Seattle.
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.
At least a dozen Washington counties are likely to see more restrictions this week, amid a fourth wave of infections and hospitalizations.
Starting Sunday, Sounders fans 18 and older can get a dose of Johnson & Johnson or Moderna inside Lumen Field as soon as gates open.
This is how the Seattle area compares to Washington for coronavirus vaccinations.
Health officials say there are early indicators of a leveling off in COVID-19 cases, but more progress will be needed to avoid rollbacks.
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.
This week, Seattle began offering second-dose appointments to all King County residents who cannot return to their original provider.
Public health officials issued a closure notice Wednesday after a sewer overflow on Bonair Drive Southwest.
UW Medicine's fifth COVID-19 vaccine site is tailored to get 1,000 North King County residents immunized each day.
As part of the annual ceremony Wednesday, the state will recognize two dozen people who died after contracting COVID-19 at work.
The change is one of several new pandemic safety guidelines suggested by the Centers for Disease Control.
Seattle saw one of the highest year-over-year gains at 15.4% growth.
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.
Bloodworks says their supplies are so low, they have less than a days worth of supply on hand.
A key federal committee recommended that the U.S. lift the pause of the single-dose COVID-19 vaccine.
While immunization is making a big difference in Washington, vaccines are not enough to slow transmission just yet, officials said Thursday.
Public health officials are warning of a growing number of unauthorized COVID-19 test sites that may be unreliable and put people at risk.
With a fourth wave of coronavirus transmissions mounting, Washington is hoping to dramatically increase its vaccine output.
One of the Pacific Northwest's largest summer events will be virtual for the second year in a row, organizers announced Wednesday.
Here's how many hospital beds are currently filled in King County and across WA.
State leaders say Washington is in the early stages of a fourth wave of transmissions, but spending more time outdoors may slow it down.
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.
All Washingtonians 16 and older join the vaccine eligibility list on April 15 — a major milestone on the path toward widespread immunity.