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Governor doubles down on mask rules
Inslee: Starting July 7, businesses do not serve those who do not wear a mask
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Politicians get pay raises, state workers get furloughs
A citizens panel approved the hikes in 2019. Unable to rescind them, lawmakers look to donate their extra…
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Judge invalidates Gov. Inslee’s veto in roads budget
Lawmakers said the governor crossed a constitutional line.
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Universities and colleges may reopen in fall, governor says
His order requires masks and physical distancing, among other measures, to help prevent infections.
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Governor orders statewide use of face coverings in public
Jay Inslee says that until there is a vaccine, it’s the best weapon to stop the spread of…
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Tax collections tumble as state braces for huge budget hole
Inslee cancels pay raises for some execs and orders furloughs for workers as special session looms.
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WA classrooms to reopen this fall, says state superintendent
Chris Reykdal says in-person instruction is possible if schools comply with safety rules.
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Future of new sex ed law may rest in the hands of voters
Opponents are confident they have enough signatures to put a referendum on the November ballot.
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New guidelines for Phase 2 reopenings in King County
All workers will need to wear masks as restaurants, retail shops and other businesses reopen.
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State allows weddings, funerals, religious services to restart with restrictions
Gov. Inslee issues new rules during May 27 news conference.
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The complications of counting COVID deaths in Washington
State relies on results of tests and death certificates in calculating the daily toll of the disease.
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State issues guidance on dental care, medical appointments
Resumption of those practices depends on adequate protective equipment and patient screening.
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Inslee changes course, says diners won’t have to sign in
Restaurants may still ask customers for information that contact tracers could use to stop an outbreak.
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State to deploy brigade of ‘contact tracers’ to track virus
Force of 1,371 including National Guard will assist local health districts statewide.
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Supreme Court ponders state’s limits on presidential electors
Justices consider cases in which three Washington state residents went rogue and didn’t vote for Clinton.
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Supreme Court to weigh state’s actions against rogue electors
These three citizens contend the Constitution allowed them to put country ahead of party.
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As Washington state slowly reopens, dark clouds hover over budget
A new report warns there may be billions of dollars less for programs and services in coming years.
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Phased reopening in WA: Golf but no haircuts yet
Barber shops, hair salons and limited restaurant dining coming next month.
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Inslee challenger seeks to block ban on religious gatherings
The GOP candidate for governor says he’s been prevented from conducting Bible studies in his home.
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Gov. Inslee to extend stay-home order
He said he will lay out a clearer timeline for a phased reopening of the state Friday.