‘Everyone’s Losing Money’: Coronavirus Strains Small Businesses in Seattle
The situation offers a window into the pressures the disease outbreak could create for local economies. Government officials are scrambling to come up with relief programs.
From Ohio to Washington State, New Bans of Large Gatherings to Stem the Coronavirus
Local and state governments are looking to slow down the spread of coronavirus, banning large events across the country. The strictest measures are coming from the Seattle region, where Covid-19 cases have continued to mount.
In Coronavirus Epicenter, a Statehouse Scrambles to Govern
The Washington legislature could vote remotely. Others may do the same. But what about smaller governments without the necessary technology to hold virtual meetings?
In Fight Against Coronavirus, Washington State Weighs Stricter Limits on Gatherings
The move comes as events around the U.S. are getting canceled and postponed.
Costs to Combat Coronavirus Mount in an Epicenter of the Outbreak
In King County, Washington alone, the local government is spending about $100,000 a day responding to the public health crisis, according to one lawmaker.
Coronavirus Quarantines Pose Tough Issues for State and Local Officials
Thousands of people across the country are being asked to self quarantine after being in close contact with people diagnosed with Covid-19.
Exempting Breastfeeding Mothers from Jury Duty
A proposal in Washington state would allow breastfeeding mothers to skip jury duty.
First Responders Taking Extra Coronavirus Precautions
Upwards of two-dozen firefighters in Kirkland, Washington remained under quarantine on Thursday, with some showing “flu-like” symptoms.
The Coronavirus Response is Straining an Already Depleted Public Health System
Years of funding shortfalls have left local health departments understaffed, vacancies that become particularly glaring during a large-scale emergency, advocates say.
Less Logging Means Less Money for Schools in the Northwest
Revenue has fallen as states recognize the conservation value of their trust land.
Containing the Coronavirus
In King County, Washington, the public health department is relying on temporary staff hired for measles and hepatitis A outbreaks to help investigate a confirmed case of coronavirus.
Washington State May Ban Firearms from the State Capitol
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A Few Companies Are Experimenting with Four-Day Workweeks. One State Lawmaker Wants to Follow
In Washington, a state lawmaker wants to start a discussion about shifting to a 32-hour workweek.
More States Considering a Cap on Insulin Costs
A new bill in Washington is similar to legislation passed in Colorado last year.
How Slowing Down Helps the Washington State CIO Move Faster
This is part of a series of interviews conducted during the 2019 National Association of State Chief Information Officers’ Annual Conference.
In Two Blue States, Voters Back Democrats, But Show a Wariness Toward Taxes
In Colorado and Washington, residents this fall voted to either constrain state tax revenues or cut fees, even as Democratic lawmakers argue the money is needed to support education and transportation programs.
In a Booming State, Lawmakers Face a Looming Transportation Cut
“My focus is going to be about doing the best job of spreading the pain,” said one Washington state lawmaker, describing what lies ahead in an upcoming legislative session.
Local Governments Offer Tips on Deep Frying a Thanksgiving Turkey Without Burning the House Down
Every year, people run into problems frying turkeys. Fire departments and other local officials have suggestions on how to prevent serious mishaps.
More People Want a Green Burial, but Cemetery Law Hasn’t Caught Up
Cemeteries bury 64,000 tons of steel each year.
With West Coast States Blocking Coal Export Projects, Proponents Keep Pushing
Environmental and public health concerns have doomed some proposals. But the volatile economics of sending coal overseas calls into question how much it can help struggling mines.
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