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Some people qualify for third shot of vaccine, says health department
New guidance comes as cases skyrocket in Washington and nation.
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Delta variant drives dramatic spike in COVID-19 cases across state
Hospital capacity fills up due to increase
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State schools chief urges a vaccine mandate for teachers
The superintendent of public instruction says the governor should require vaccinations for school employees.
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State ferry fares to rise this fall, and even more next fall
The 2.5% hike in each of the next two years will apply to everyone: drivers, bikers and walkers.
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King County to pay family of pregnant mother killed by sheriff deputies
Renee Davis was a 23-year-old mother of three and pregnant when she was killed.
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Another summer heat wave is coming to King County
Temperatures are expected to reach the upper 90s for the second time this summer.
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King County Corrections Guild wants to bargain mandatory vaccinations
Labor union represents over 550 corrections officers and sergeants
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Governor will require state employees to get COVID vaccine
Workers must do so by mid-October to keep their jobs. The order also covers long-term care providers.
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County employees and supporters march for safer working conditions
Rally was scheduled in light of a recent attack at King County Courthouse.
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Details of 3 recent COVID-19 outbreaks in King County
What the data says about how to prevent a larger surge in cases | Public Health—Seattle & King…
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Federal Way man arrested in connection with U.S. Capitol riot
A Federal Way man was arrested Aug. 4 for his alleged involvement in the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol…
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Delta variant drives sharp increase in COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations
State Department of Health officials urge vaccination immediately to combat the spread
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State’s dairy workers begin earning overtime with new law
“This bill corrects a historic injustice,” said Sen. Karen Keiser (D-Des Moines).