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April free state park days postponed
A date has not been set, though two more free days are approaching in June.
Northwest
Inslee, nonprofits launch fund for state’s food banks as supply levels drop
Demand expected to double this week to 1.6 million people in need
Northwest
Sound Transit suspends light rail construction projects amid COVID-19 response
Some work will continue
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First WA state prisoner tests positive for COVID-19
The man is the first person in Washington to contract the disease while in a state prison.
Northwest
King County domestic and sexual violence services available during COVID-19 outbreak
Advocacy organizations are adjusting their services to meet survivor needs
Northwest
County Council approves $2.2M for emergency childcare
For first responders and other essential workers during COVID-19 crisis
Northwest
Retroactive unemployment payments ensure full benefits for eligible Washingtonians
State Employment Security Department commissioner releases details
Northwest
State attorney general warns to beware of scams related to stimulus checks
Scammers already targeting COVID-19 payments
Northwest
New report indicates positive impact in King County of social distancing on COVID-19 epidemic
But heath officials say more progress needed | Public Health – Seattle King County
Northwest
UW doctor offers answers about COVID-19
Who should get tested? Who can get coronavirus? Staying at home key to stop spreading
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Washington scrambles to boost supply of life-saving protective items for healthcare workers
State officials say they had to be “creative” to obtain protective equipment in global demand.
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King County and Seattle expand COVID-19 emergency shelter and housing response
Additional sites throughout county
Business
COVID-19 gathering restriction delays funerals
For one funeral home owner, the confusion came to a head after a recent service.
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KCLS pivots to digital during coronavirus pandemic
KCLS is dedicating more time and content to digital services while unable to open its physical locations.
Northwest
Legislators request unemployment assistance for independent contractors
Federal funds for hairdressers, high tech coders and others
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King County suspends work release program
Effort taken to reduce jail population for safety of everyone during COVID-19 pandemic
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King County COVID-19 death total hits 87
Statewide death total at 110; 93 percent test negative
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King County reduces district court operations
The reductions are in response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
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King County Metro reduces services as a result of coronavirus
Metro said its decrease in service is a response to decreased ridership.