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WA awaits Johnson & Johnson vaccine as state surpasses 5,000 Covid deaths
State officials are asking Washingtonians to recognize a moment of silence today to honor the now more than 5,000 people in our state who've died of Covid-19. Meanwhile, Patty Hayes, the director of Seattle-King County Public Health, says she doesn't know when the new Johnson & Johnson vaccine will arrive in King County.
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New UW study investigates how lies about the 2020 election were pushed by online super spreaders
A new report from the University of Washington's Center for an Informed Public looks at how the 'big lie' about a stolen election led to the January 6th insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. Kate Starbird is one of the report's co-authors, and she talked about the findings with KUOW's Kim Malcolm.
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Federal judge orders release of Seattle Proud Boy pending trial over U.S. Capitol insurrection
A federal judge in Washington, D.C., has ordered the release of a Seattle Proud Boy, accused of participating in the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, pending his trial. Ethan Nordean is charged with violent entry and disorderly conduct on Capitol grounds.
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It's not clear when Seattle students will return to the classroom, despite teacher vaccine priority
Teachers in Washington state are now prioritized for coronavirus vaccinations. But it remains unclear clear when most Seattle kids and teachers will head back to the classroom. Seattle Public Schools and its teachers union still have yet to reach a reopening agreement.
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Seattle's chief librarian is moving on: What will he remember, and be remembered for?
The Seattle Public Library’s celebrated chief librarian is about to leave a big hole in the community. Marcellus Turner has served the library for a decade, earning accolades for expanding technology and digital services, especially during the pandemic.
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Teachers, childcare workers eligible for coronavirus vaccine in Washington state
Teachers in Washington state can now get vaccinated following a directive from President Joe Biden and an announcement by Governor Jay Inslee Tuesday afternoon.
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Durkan: Downtown Seattle is 'absolutely central' to the city's recovery
Vaccinating 70 percent of Seattle's adults is just one of numerous issues caused or exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic. Among Mayor Jenny Durkan's core concerns: the future of downtown Seattle.
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WA House passes ban on chokeholds; backs off complete ban on tear gas
Police officers, along with jail and prison staff, would be barred from using neck holds or restraints designed to restrict a person’s airway or blood flow, but the use of tear gas would still be allowed in limited circumstances under a bill that’s passed the Washington House.
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Legislative Lookahead: WA lawmakers aren't afraid of the 'T-word' this year
Taxes are usually something Republicans like to criticize and Democrats prefer not to talk much about. But this year feels a bit different.
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Seattle's vaccine effort just got a major boost with mass vaccination site
Starting Monday, Seattle’s vaccination efforts are undergoing a major expansion with two official vaccine sites as well as a new mass vaccination clinic set to open at Lumen Field. Initially, the sites have the ability to administer thousands of doses per week. Officials anticipate thousands more shots will be provided as more doses come to town.
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WA Democrats push for capital gains tax in a year when 'tax' doesn't seem like a bad word
Even as the state of Washington’s revenue picture improves, majority Democrats in the Legislature appear committed to a course that will, one way or...
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This week in politics: Seattle races are quiet ... too quiet?
It’s been a quieter week in local politics - some would say, too quiet.