Rosauers Supermarkets reducing hours to clean and stock products
Rosauers Supermarkets have limited their hours of operation temporarily as their staff works to keep up with demands amid the coronavirus outbreak.
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Fairchild AFB airman tests positive for COVID-19, health emergency issued
A Fairchild Air Force Base airman tested positive for COVID-19, prompting the base to issue a public health emergency.
Here's how regional medical providers will be moving forward in the midst of the coronavirus outbreak
Doctors are encouraging people across the Inland Northwest to stay home as much as possible, even if they think they are coming down with something—but that's not to say they won't be able to help you.
Seven cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Grant County, according to Health District
The Grant County Health District has confirmed seven cases of COVID-19 in the county, with several linked, suspected cases under investigation.
Department of Health: 48 dead, 904 infected from COVID-19 statewide
The Washington State Department of Health reports that 48 people have died from the coronavirus, and 904 are infected.
Inslee orders all restaurants, bars to close statewide, bans gatherings over 50 people
Washington Governor Jay Inslee has ordered all restaurants, bars, entertainment facilities and recreational centers statewide to close.
Third case of COVID-19 confirmed in Grant County
Health officials have confirmed a third confirmed-positive case of COVID-19 in the county.
Staff member at Medical Lake Schools tests positive for COVID-19
Before showing symptoms, the staff member spent time at Hallett Elementary and Medical Lake High School as a Robotics team advisor, the district's superintendent said in a release.
Gov. Inslee orders all schools statewide to close through late April
Washington Governor Jay Inslee has ordered all public schools, K-12, to close for the next six weeks.
Closings, cancellations playing crucial role in stopping spread of coronavirus in Washington
Gov. Inslee's decision to ban large gatherings in the state could save thousands from catching COVID-19.
Spokane Schools restricts activities involving more than 250 people
Spokane Public Schools is limiting all indoor school-related activities to groups of 250 people or less, the district announced Thursday.
Gonzaga extends spring break due to coronavirus, will likely resume classes online later this month
Gonzaga University is extending its spring break through March 23 due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Inslee orders all greater Seattle area schools to close
As the death toll from the new coronavirus reached at least 31 in Washington state, Gov. Jay Inslee on Thursday ordered that all public and private K-12 schools in King, Pierce and Snohomish counties be closed for six weeks.
NCAA cancels men's and women's basketball tournaments
The NCAA announced Thursday it will cancel the upcoming Division 1 men's and women's basketball tournaments, as well as all remaining winter and spring NCAA championships.
Two people facing murder charges in death of woman found in road
Two people have been arrested after a woman's naked body was discovered on Farwell Road in Mead earlier this week.
Spokane's annual St. Patrick's Day parade canceled due to coronavirus concerns
The St. Patrick's Day parade held annually in downtown Spokane has been canceled this year due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
University of Idaho still considering moving classes online during coronavirus outbreak
The University of Idaho is still figuring out its own plan in responding to COVID-19.
Governor bans large gatherings in greater Seattle area
Gov. Jay Inslee imposed a ban on public gatherings and events of more than 250 people in King, Pierce and Snohomish counties to curb the spread of the new coronavirus.
City of Spokane officials encourage community to practice social distancing amid coronavirus outbreak
Mayor Nadine Woodward wants the Spokane community to pratice social distancing amid growing concerns about the COVID-19 outbreak.
State health department confirms 366 positive cases of COVID-19, 29 deaths
The Washington State Department of Health has now confirmed 366 positive cases of COVID-19 and reportd 29 people have died from the virus across the state.
State health exchange offers special enrollment period due to virus
The coronavirus outbreak has prompted the state Health Benefit Exchange to offer a limited-time special enrollment period for qualified individuals who are currently without insurance.
March Sadness: NCAA says no fans allowed at upcoming basketball tournaments
The NCAA has decided to restrict the public from upcoming sporting events, including the Division 1 men's and women's basketball tournaments, because of the COVID-19 outbreak.
Seattle Mariners looking to relocate Opening Day following Inslee's large gatherings ban
Opening day may be right around the corner, but the Seattle Mariners are going to have to wait a little longer before they open up T-Mobile Park for the 2020 season.
WSU to move classes online following spring break due to coronavirus concerns
Washington State University will soon move all in-person classes to online formats due to concerns about COVID-19.
