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Screenshot from a press conference by Gov. Jay Inslee.
Republican state lawmakers want special session
By Jerry Cornfield • August 18, 2020 2:50 pm

Gov. Jay Inslee and other Democrats are waiting to see what Congress does.

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Screenshot from Gov. Jay Inslee’s press conference on Aug. 5, 2020.
Inslee says schools in virus hot spots should...
By Jerry Cornfield • August 5, 2020 4:10 pm

King County among high-risk counties; several school districts will have remote learning in the fall.

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King County Election headquarters in Renton on Aug. 4 for the primary election. Haley Ausbun/staff photo
Inslee and Culp lead governor race; incumbent Dems...
By Jerry Cornfield • August 4, 2020 10:20 pm

Early results for governor, state schools chief, attorney general and more.

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Primary election 2020: Who will emerge as Inslee’s challenger?
Primary election 2020: Who will emerge as Inslee’s...
By Jerry Cornfield • July 31, 2020 4:30 pm

Voting ends Tuesday in an election without big rallies and fund-raisers and face-to-face debates

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Sex ed, local control at heart of race for WA state schools chief
Sex ed, local control at heart of race...
By Jerry Cornfield • July 31, 2020 4:00 pm

Incumbent Chris Reykdal faces five foes who argue he’s pushing too many state policies on school districts.

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Inslee warns of stay home order as COVID cases rise
Inslee warns of stay home order as COVID...
By Jerry Cornfield • July 17, 2020 1:40 pm

The governor urges young people, who are not getting infected the most, to curb their social habits.

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Bret Chiafalo. File photo
Supreme Court says state can punish WA faithless...
By Jerry Cornfield • July 9, 2020 12:50 pm

Justices: Presidential electors, including Everett man, must keep pledge to back popular vote winner

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Gov. Jay Inslee issued new guidance allowing the resumption of self-service buffets, salad bars, salsa bars, drink stations and other types of communal food sources in Phase 2. File photo
Buffets and salad bars back on the menu...
By Jerry Cornfield • July 8, 2020 4:55 pm

Gov. Jay Inslee has revised rules to allow self-serve food areas in Phase 2 of the state’s reopening.

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Nurse Sylvia Keller, pictured with Gov. Jay Inslee, is on the front lines of the COVID-19 battle in Yakima County. Courtesy photo
Governor doubles down on mask rules
By Jerry Cornfield • July 6, 2020 11:40 am

Inslee: Starting July 7, businesses do not serve those who do not wear a mask

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State Capitol Building in Olympia. File photo
Politicians get pay raises, state workers get furloughs
By Jerry Cornfield • July 2, 2020 3:40 pm

A citizens panel approved the hikes in 2019. Unable to rescind them, lawmakers look to donate their extra earnings.

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Governor Jay Inslee smiles and laughs Sept. 3, 2019, during a speech at the Lynnwood Link Extension groundbreaking in Lynnwood. A Thurston County judge ruled he exceeded his authority when he vetoed single sentences in the state transportation budget in 2019. (Olivia Vanni / Herald file)
Judge invalidates Gov. Inslee’s veto in roads budget
By Jerry Cornfield • July 1, 2020 4:20 pm

Lawmakers said the governor crossed a constitutional line.

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Public and private universities, colleges, technical schools, apprenticeship programs and similar schools and programs may resume general instruction, including in-person classes and lectures, starting Aug. 1. Pictured: The University of Washington-Bothell campus. File photo
Universities and colleges may reopen in fall, governor...
By Jerry Cornfield • June 29, 2020 10:50 am

His order requires masks and physical distancing, among other measures, to help prevent infections.

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During a recent training, South King Fire and Rescue members at Station 62 wear personal protective gear, which includes face masks, eye protection, gloves and gowns. Courtesy photo
Governor orders statewide use of face coverings in...
By Jerry Cornfield • June 23, 2020 4:20 pm

Jay Inslee says that until there is a vaccine, it’s the best weapon to stop the spread of COVID-19.

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