City of Spokane golf courses to reopen May 5 with revised operations
City of Spokane golf courses are set to reopen on May 5 with revised operations.
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Kroc Center to resume in-person church services, starting May 3
The Kroc Center announced that they are resuming in-person church services this Sunday, as Governor Little's four-step state reopening plan goes into effect.
Idaho health officials break down expectations for stage 1 of reopening
Idaho's stay home order is set to expire on Friday and, at that time, the state will begin its four-stage reopening process.
Gov. Inslee to address state's COVID-19 response Wednesday afternoon
Governor Jay Inslee will address the state's COVID-19 response in a press conference on Wednesday afternoon.
Gov. could extend stay-at-home order later this week
SEATTLE (AP) — Washington Gov. Jay Inslee’s chief of staff David Postman said Tuesday that Inslee could announce an extension of the state’s COVID-19-related stay-at-home order later this week. The order is scheduled to continue through May 4 although Inslee has said portions of it would be extended.
A pug in North Carolina may be the first dog in US to test positive for coronavirus
A North Carolina family's pug may be the first dog in the United States to test positive for coronavirus, according to researchers. Three members of the McLean family -- Sam McLean, wife Heather and their son, Ben -- contracted Covid-19…
Local farmers markets announce openings, implement safety guidelines
Several local farmers markets have announced opening dates for the 2020 season, some of them implementing safety plans to avoid the spread of COVID-19.
'I am the face of a lot of these businesses': Kendall Yards' to-go food runner serves up positivity
A little kindness and positivity goes a long way, especially right now. One man working in Kendall Yards is trying to make the most of his few moments with customers.
German doctors pose naked to protest protective equipment shortages
A website apparently featuring photos of German medical workers is calling attention to the working conditions and protective equipment needed by frontline workers amid the coronavirus pandemic. The website, "Blanke Bedenken," shows photos of apparently nude people, some of whom…
First responders celebrate healthcare workers in 'Thank You' parade
First responders in our community wanted to celebrate healthcare workers for everything they've been doing during this pandemic. Since we all have to abide by social distancing rules, they had to get creative.
With few specifics, Spokane sheriff attributes rise in crime to COVID-19 jail releases
Sheriff Ozzie Knezovich said he's seen a significant increase in property crimes across the board, and he's blaming the COVID-19 pandemic because inmates were released from jail.
Local universities announce plans to resume in-person learning for the fall semester
Whitworth University joined other local colleges, announcing Tuesday it plans to welcome students back to campus this fall.
Contact tracing will be key factor in reopening U.S. economy
Washington is enlisting more than 1,500 volunteers to track down and monitor people who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Pair of Oregon companies aim to create UV light system that kills coronavirus
Click here for updates on this story HILLSBORO, Ore. (KPTV) -- In a Hillsboro manufacturing facility, workers are trying to churn out prototypes as fast as possible for a combination LED and ultraviolet lighting system they hope will soon become…
Sen. Patty Murray secures over $200M in school funding through CARES Act
U.S. Senator Patty Murray secured $216 million in federal funding through the CARES Act, for schools across Washington state.
What We Know: Coronavirus update for April 28, 2020
With information changing by the day, it can be difficult to keep track. We’re hoping to make the process a little easier for you by putting that information in one place. Here's what we know today:
An ER doctor who continued to treat patients after she recovered from Covid-19 has died by suicide
A New York City emergency room doctor who recovered from Covid-19 and continued to treat coronavirus patients has died by suicide, her father confirmed to CNN. Dr. Lorna Breen, 49, died a hero, said her father, Philip Breen. "She was…
University of Montana eyes cutting adjuncts
Click here for updates on this story MISSOULA, Mont. (The Missoulian) -- The University of Montana is working to trim faculty and class offerings ahead of an uncertain fall semester, with announcements coming as soon as next week on who…
Trump tells governors to 'seriously consider and maybe get going' on opening schools
President Donald Trump on Monday urged the nation's governors to "seriously consider" reopening schools as part of his push to restart the economy, though many states have already recommended against resuming the school year. "Some of you might start thinking…
Parents finally meet their babies after having COVID-19 during birth
Click here for updates on this story FLINT, Mich. (WNEM) -- When her water broke, Jen Laubach knew it was time to go to the hospital. "It was heartbreaking," she said. Thirty-two weeks pregnant with twins is scary for any…
Washington Dept. of Commerce to provide $9 million in rental, energy assistance
The Washington Department of Commerce is providing $1,500 in rental and energy bill assistance for an estimated 5,000 low-income households across the state.
State, local leaders ask Inslee to keep National Guard deployed at Second Harvest
Mayors, elected officials and state representatives penned a joint letter to Governor Jay Inslee and the Washington Military Department, requesting that the state's National Guard continue to be deployed at food banks "for the foreseeable future."
Please don't microwave your face mask
Just don't do it.
