Inslee announces coronavirus testing for long-term care facilities staffers, residents
The goal is to conduct new coronavirus testing in the nursing homes within the next two weeks and at memory-care facilities after that.
Joseph O’Sullivan
Seattle Times staff reporter Joseph O’Sullivan covers state government and the Legislature.
AG Ferguson joins lawsuit challenging Trump administration rollback of vehicle emissions standards
Ferguson joined the lawsuit along with 27 other states or municipalities.
Washington houses of worship allowed to hold services under Inslee’s coronavirus guidance plan
The guidelines will allow up to 100 people -- excluding religious staff -- to meet outdoors at the property of a faith group.
Major COVID-19 virtual relief concert to feature Pearl Jam, Dave Matthews, Brandi Carlile and other Seattle stars
All In WA, a coalition of public officials, nonprofits and philanthropic organizations and donors, has organized a virtual concert — with performers including Pearl Jam,...
Washington’s zoos can reopen in limited capacity under second phase of Inslee’s four-part coronavirus reopening plan
OLYMPIA — Washington zoos will be able to reopen outdoor exhibits and allow people back under limited capacity during the second phase of Gov. Jay...
Washington GOP state lawmakers call for a special legislative session to address budget, coronavirus crisis
State GOP lawmakers say they want to address cutting state spending, pushing to restart K-12 school in the fall and finding ways to help the...
Small-group fitness classes can resume, with caveats, in second phase of Inslee’s coronavirus reopening
Small fitness classes will have to practice proper hygiene, sanitation and social distancing in order to stay open under Gov. Jay Inslee's phased-in coronavirus reopening...
Inslee announces guidelines that could allow 10 more counties to reopen under coronavirus recovery plan
To move to the second phase of Gov. Inslee's four-phase plan, counties must show, among other things, they have the hospital capacity to handle a...