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Among the candidates for Washington state governor in 2020: (Top row, L-R): Omari Tahir Garrett, Winston Wilkes, Thor Amundson, Cameron Vessey, Martin ‘Iceman’ Wheeler, Ryan Ryals; (middle row L-R): Liz Hallock, Goodspaceguy, Gov. Jay Inslee, Don Rivers, Gene Hart; (bottom row L-R): Phil Fortunato, Tim Eyman, Alex Tsimerman, Cairo D’Almeida, Cregan Newhouse, Raul Garcia.

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GOP gubernatorial hopefuls aim to oust Inslee amid COVID-19

Former Bothell mayor Joshua Freed and initiative-pusher Tim Eyman could be the front-runners.

The Regional Homelessness Authority was created by agreement in December 2019. Pictured: King County Executive Dow Constantine shakes hands with Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan. Courtesy photo

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Regional homelessness authority takes first step amid COVID-19

The authority held its first meeting on Thursday.

Don’t avoid the emergency department in a crisis

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Don’t avoid the emergency department in a crisis

ED volumes across the state are falling, but that doesn’t mean people aren’t getting sick or hurt.

State issues guidance on dental care, medical appointments

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State issues guidance on dental care, medical appointments

Resumption of those practices depends on adequate protective equipment and patient screening.

Imagine Housing has nearly 640 households across its various properties. (Google Maps)

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Tenants demand more relief from Eastside low-income housing provider

During a virtual fundraiser, several tenants protested outside the house of CEO Villette Nolon.

Like similar businesses across King, Snohomish and Pierce counties, Bothell restaurant Hana Sushi closed due to public-health concerns. Sound Publishing file photo

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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.

Bellevue teacher arrested on child rape charges

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Bellevue teacher arrested on child rape charges

A Bellevue School District teacher was arrested at his home May 14 on charges of child molestation, rape…

State to deploy brigade of ‘contact tracers’ to track virus

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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.

Passengers on a King County Metro bus. File photo

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Metro, Sound Transit request more federal aid as ridership plummets

Agencies face major shortfalls in their budgets.

A mobile center from Bloodworks Northwest takes blood from Enumclaw resident Andy Bremmeyer, pictured in this 2019 photo. Sound Publishing file photo: https://www.redmond-reporter.com/news/bloodworks-northwest-reports-drop-in-blood-donations-following-coronavirus-outbreak/

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Blood drives cancelled through June; new “pop-up” sites being organized

Social distancing has led to at least a temporary suspension of mobile blood drives.

Some people wore face masks when the city of Enumclaw recently had a “downtown cruise” where people drove around downtown to order food from local restaurants. RAY MILLER-STILL, Enumclaw Courier-Herald

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King County health officer directs residents to use face coverings

At indoor public settings, outdoors where social distancing is difficult

In this file photo, Margaret Hindle, a farmer with the SnoValley Tilth Experience Farming Project, walks along a row of purple cabbage, kale and broccoli at her plot near Carnation.

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Snoqualmie Valley farmers adapt to COVID-19

From managing employee safety to finding seeds, it’s a whole new world for local farms.

Eastside cities to receive CARES Act funding to deal with COVID-19 pandemic

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Eastside cities to receive CARES Act funding to deal with COVID-19 pandemic

Recipients include North Bend, Snoqualmie, Mercer Island, Bellevue, Bothell, Kenmore, Carnation, Kirkland, Redmond and Issaquah.

New county COVID-19 dashboard focuses on long-term care facilities

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New county COVID-19 dashboard focuses on long-term care facilities

The dashboard shows which facilities have reported the most deaths, as well as what symptoms and co-morbidities patients…

King County Metro, which provides bus and transit service throughout the county, is facing a nearly $400 million drop in revenue over the next three years. Photo courtesy of kingcounty.gov

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COVID-19 budget woes hit King County

Several critical programs are facing significant shortfalls.

Sheri Bebbington says technology was her lifeline when she was in isolation at St. Joseph Medical Center undergoing a clinical drug study for COVID-19. Courtesy photo

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Federal Way woman is first patient in COVID-19 clinical drug trial

‘I’m so, so grateful I got my life back’

What was the boom heard around Puget Sound?

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What was the boom heard around Puget Sound?

Residents on both sides of the water reported hearing the big bang.

Air Force flyover salutes frontline heroes in Puget Sound

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Air Force flyover salutes frontline heroes in Puget Sound

Jets will depart Joint Base Lewis-McChord at 12:30 p.m. May 8 to honor workers on frontlines of COVID-19.

Pictured: Riverbend par 3 golf course in Kent. File photo

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Phased reopening in WA: Golf but no haircuts yet

Barber shops, hair salons and limited restaurant dining coming next month.

Two reports show COVID-19 transmission has slowed in King County

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Two reports show COVID-19 transmission has slowed in King County

Further confirmation that social distancing measures have reduced transmission