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- September 14, 2023 – Nomad Boxing Club in Ballard receives “retired” Metro vanpool van, updated flu and COVID vaccines are on the way, Metro’s 50th anniversary celebration, property tax reductions, pet licensing, King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks survey, how to help survivors of the Morocco earthquake and tragic flood in eastern Libya, touring Henry’s murals, and more.
- September 8, 2023 – Recognizing the2023 King County Recovery Champion and proclaiming September 2023 as National Recovery Month in King County; $30 million in King County Parks Levy grants will build and upgrade King County Parks projects; yesterday’s press conference on increasing minimum wage in Unincorporated King County; property value reductions in North Seattle; tragedy in Wallingford.
- August 31, 2023 – Celebrating Labor Day, updated revenue forecast, Suicide Prevention Week of Action, our new Chief King County Medical Examiner, Metro Transit update, Waterfront Block Party, profile of Girls on the Run
- August 30, 2023 – Funding and Job Opportunities Available Now!
- August 25, 2023 – Mourning the death of Totikae, the last living captive orca; Overdose Awareness Day; recreational fires banned in King County; King County’s new public website; Belltown Portal Porch opening today; and much more.
- August 21, 2023 – Wildfire smoke throughout Western Washington
- August 18, 2023 – Great work from the Youth Conservation Corp; renewal of Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy; congratulations to the University of Washington; Happy Birthday to Pike Place Market; free heating and cooling systems from King County; and more.
- August 11, 2023 – Our hearts are with Maui
- August 14, 2023 – Stay cool this week!
- August 11, 2023 – Our hearts are with Maui
- August 10, 2023 – King County Council two-week summer recess ends, Dolly Parton is coming to Washington State with free books for young kids, mark your calendars for the Ballard Corners Park Celebration, Letter to the Editor to The Seattle Times on toxins harming our chinook and starving Orcas, get your family caught up on vaccinations, and much more.
- August 1, 2023 – Vote before 8:00 p.m. TODAY!
- July 27, 2023 – Vote in primary elections by Tuesday 8 p.m., King County’s economic and revenue forecast, my visit to the Recovery Café, Council recess, King County Elections’ special filing period, funding Cinerama Theater reopening, Council District 4 data, Saturday’s Torchlight Parade, and more.
- July 21, 2023 – Seattle Waterfront shuttle launch, Council recognitions, getting “forever chemicals” out of King County wastewater discharges, avoiding traffic this weekend, transit service updates, and more.
- July 14, 2023 – King County primary election, free vaccination events, comprehensive report on redlining in King County, happy retirement to Megan Rapinoe, local festivals, and much more.
- July 7, 2023 – Ride Transit for free July 10th – 11th for MLB’s Home Run Derby and All-Star game, Disability Pride Month, annual property value update, Harbor Island Studios opening, and much more.
- June 29, 2023 – My cashless legislation was approved during this week’s King County Council meeting, today’s SCOTUS ruling, tonight’s 36th Leg. District Town Hall, Happy Fourth of July, Big Backyard movie night, and much more.
- June 26, 2023 – Upcoming White House Briefings: Rural Clean Energy Funding and Direct Pay and Transferability
- June 22, 2023 – Pride weekend, new report on marine health in King County, King County receives Secretary of Defense Freedom Award, Health Through Housing dashboard, West Seattle Water Taxi service and much more.
- June 16, 2023 – Monday is Juneteenth, blood donations needed, fatal shooting in Belltown, City Hall Park reopening, translations on the King County Elections ballots, and much more.
- June 8, 2023 – MLK Medal of Distinguished Service Awards, free Naloxone available to reverse opioid overdoses, providing input on the King County Comprehensive Plan, summer events, and much more.
- June 2, 2023 – Gun lockbox giveaway event, Wear Orange Weekend, Happy Pride Month, West Seattle and Ballard Link extensions project update, Seattle Summer events, and more.
- May 26, 2023 – Northwest Folklife Festival, Memorial Day Weekend, AANHPI Heritage Month Proclamation, Free youth transit pass, National Gun Violence Awareness Day, New date for Harbor Island Studio open house, and much more
- May 19, 2023 – Happy Syttende Mai, (Wednesday), my proposed cashless business ordinance on May 23rd, April Special Election results, and much more.
- May 12, 2023 – Yesterday’s Conference on Substance Use Disorders, see my op-ed in today’s Seattle Times, stay safe in the heat this weekend, King County Metro Transit updates, SIFF purchases Cinerama Theater, and Happy Mother’s Day Sunday!
- May 8, 2023 – Funding Opportunities Available Now!
- May 5, 2023 – CORRECTION: Next week at the King County Council
- May 5, 2023 – Van donations for D4 organizations, VSHSL renewal to be sent to King County voters in August, next week’s King County free Conference on Substance Abuse Disorders, Trailhead Direct returns, Governor announces special session for drug possession laws, Cinco de Mayo events this weekend, and more!
- April 28, 2023 – The King County Council’s annual trip to Washington, D.C. this week, Crisis Care Center Levy approved, opioid overdose fatalities’ dramatic increase, public input on potential budget cuts, free Seattle/King County Clinic at the Seattle Center today through Sunday, the Kraken could win it all tonight…
- April 20, 2023 – Working remotely from Ireland, deadline EXTENDED for MLK Service Award nomination, Earth Day activities this weekend, Council D.C. trip next week and much more!
- April 13, 2023 – Update: What’s on the agenda for the King County Council next week and more information on springtime ballots.
- April 13, 2023 – What’s on the agenda for the King County Council next week and more information on springtime ballots.
- April 7, 2023 – Congratulations to the Garfield High School state champions, SCORE jail contract approval, King County Council recess, King County’s new website rollout delayed, congrats to Councilmember Claudia Balducci, Metro Transit award, suggestions for Medal of Distinguished Service nominee, successful Gift Cards for Guns event, How to Run for Office Workshops, VSHSL open houses, and more!
- March 31, 2023 – https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/WAKING/bulletins/353a49b
- March 23, 2023 – Mark your calendar for next week’s Women’s History Month Panel! Also, see more on my cashless retail legislation briefing on Tuesday, Council action next Tuesday on jail detainee transfers to SCORE, today’s Sound Transit board meeting, and much more.
- March 17, 2023 – Funding Opportunities Available Now!
- March 16, 2023 – During Tuesday’s Council meeting, we presented a special Blessing of the Fleet Recognition.
- March 8, 2023 – Today, we celebrate International Women’s Day!
- March 2, 2023 – The Seattle Sports Commission’s Sports Star of the Year Awards were on Tuesday!
- February 23, 2023 – An important Kraken announcement, grant opportunities now available for District 4 organizations, Metro Transit service upgrades, VSHSL Levy renewal, and a lot more.
- February 16, 2023 – I recently attended the National Association of Counties 2023 Legislative Conference at which President Biden spoke.
- February 9, 2023 – February is Black History Month in King County!
- February 2, 2023 – The King County Council presented a proclamation condemning antisemitism on Tuesday
- January 27, 2023 – January 2023 is Human Trafficking Awareness Month in King County!
- January 25, 2023 – Thank you for an incredible 30 years in elected office!
- January 23, 2023 – Mourning the tragic losses at the Monterey Park massacre
- January 20, 2023 – On Monday, we celebrated the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
- January 12, 2023 – Last Friday, I spoke at the launching ceremony for the Canoe Carving House with groundbreaking slated for later this year on South Lake Union.
- January 5, 2023 – Our District 4 Team held its first in-person team retreat in three years at KEXP!
- December 21, 2022 – Happy Holidays!
- December 15, 2022 – After the King County Council underwent its annual leadership reorganization, the Council will now enter Winter Recess until January.
- December 9, 2022 – Congress signed legislation protecting marriage rights!
- December 2, 2022 – Cold weather shelters and road safety // King County’s Behavioral Health Legislative Forum // 2023 State Legislative Agenda // Funding opportunities // West Seattle and Ballard Link Extensions // Seattle Center Winterfest // Presidential Memorandum // Belltown Art Walk
- November 23, 2022 – Happy Thanksgiving or…? // How to celebrate safely // Happy 60th Anniversary to Pacific Science Center! // First pediatric flu death // Wet Weather Treatment // Funding opportunities // Native and Strong Lifeline // President Biden’s statements on the deadly shootings in Colorado Springs on Transgender Day of Remembrance // A devastating loss
- November 17, 2022 – Passing the 2023-2024 biennial budget // Thanksgiving week schedule // Seasonal Affective Disorder // Larry Gossett Service Award // New collaboration between Washington DOH and Amazon // King County Community Ride // Funding opportunities // Seattle Center Winterfest
- November 14, 2022 – Project update on the West Seattle and Ballard Link light rail extensions
- November 10, 2022 – Veteran’s Day tomorrow // Election results trickling in // Grieving Ingraham student’s killing and ending gun violence // Biennial Budget vote next Tuesday // White House Conference (virtual) // A retired van for Community Passageways // Fremont Rotary Club and Crown Hill Safeway help to provide needed food
- November 7, 2022 – Election Day is tomorrow!
- November 3, 2022 – King County November General Election // It’s flu season BIG TIME! // King County gun violence surpasses 2021 // Help Me Grow application now available // 10-Year Anniversary of I-502 voter approval // Recognition of Seattle’s Green New Deal // Diversity Mental Health Fair // Bloodworks Northwest Blood Drive // Community organization receives passenger van
- October 28, 2022 – “Don’t Count Us Out” program launch // King County Records and Licensing Services move // Applications open for affordable homeownership projects // King County Immigrant and Refugee Commission recruitment // Ballard and Chinatown-International District light rail workshop // Agenda announced for People v. Cancer event // White House Women’s Economic Impact Briefing
- October 21, 2022 – Uptown ballot box ribbon cutting // My visit to the Queen Anne Farmer’s Market // Important mid-term election information // Horrible air quality in King County // UW Medicine’s Mission Forward initiative // Sound Transit survey // and much more!
- October 14, 2022 – https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/WAKING/bulletins/3326d90
- October 13, 2022 – Public health briefing today!
- October 11, 2022 – TONIGHT: Virtual Budget Town Hall starts at 6:30 p.m.
- October 10, 2022 – Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day!
- October 7, 2022 – Virtual town hall next Tuesday // Budget meetings and public comment // Executive Constantine’s new climate initiative // Environmental education programs // Seattle/King County Vision Clinic // Washington State ferries now free for 18 and under // Ribbon-cutting for new Uptown Ballot Box // Best Starts for Kids funding applications // Opioid-settlement payments hit Washington
- October 4, 2022 – The District Four town hall and budget breakdown information you’ve been waiting for!
- September 30, 2022 – Catching COVID-19, 2023-2024 Biennial Budget Roll Out, Town Hall coming up, CID (Chinatown International District) residents push back against homeless shelter, a discussion on federal efforts to end homelessness, Downtown’s Third Avenue proposed transformation, Discovery Park’s 50th Anniversary Celebration this weekend, Mike’s Chili Parlor celebrates 100 years in business, and much more!
- September 22, 2022 – National Voter Registration Day, new interactive monkeypox data dashboard, Executive Constantine’s proposal for new policing alternatives, Washington residents qualify for student loan forgiveness, smoke again covering the Puget Sound, and more!
- September 16, 2022 – My visit to the Ballard Locks, 2022 Labor Summit, King County Metro Fall 2022 service change, supportive housing development in Interbay, biennial budget update, and much more!
- September 9, 2022 – Online Town Hall for Hunger Action Month, Governor Inslee rescinds COVID Directive, Salute to Sue Bird, Seattle/King County Vision Clinic opening, Pet Cemetery landmark status approved, Call in with the White House, rental assistance for Bellevue, Auburn, and City of Seattle Residents, my visit at the Children and Family Justice Center, and more!
- September 6, 2022 – Mental health panel tomorrow at 3:30 p.m. (and hear from Dr. Jeff Duchin today at noon)
- September 2, 2022 – Free transit for youth, Dr. Duchin press briefing next week, with Sen. Patty Murray at the National Nordic Museum, funding opportunities, suicide prevention awareness month, call in with the White House, and much more!
- August 26, 2022 – Women’s Equality Day, one week to free transit fares for youth, youth and recreational sports funding, a van for Small Faces, North Seattle College affordable housing, Elections Department nationally recognized, speaking to delegation from India on gender-based violence and human trafficking, and much more…
- August 19, 2022 – North Aurora safety survey, third gun violence prevention discussion, salmon poetry contest, child care worker bonuses, grant recipients, and much more!
- August 10, 2022 – Mid-recess update from Councilmember Kohl-Welles
- August 8, 2022 – Press Conference with Dr. Jeff Duchin tomorrow at 1 p.m.
- August 3, 2022 – DOH Press Conference on Monkeypox tomorrow
- August 2, 2022 – Happy Election Day! Ballot drop boxes open until 8 p.m.
- July 29, 2022 – Staying cool in hot weather, COVID-19 updates, gun safety legislation, free Metro rides for youth, Sound Transit’s preferred route West Seattle – Ballard, reducing forest fire risk, and more!
- July 22, 2022 – Hot weather next week, gun violence prevention discussion continues, visit to the skate park, elections update, Council meetings this week and next week, and more!
- July 15, 2022 – It’s voting time, COVID hospitalizations on the rise, gun violence panel at Wednesday’s COW meeting and Seafair Indian POWWOW Days, Ballard Seafood Fest, King County Fair and lots of other summer events to enjoy!
- July 13, 2022 – Media briefing with Health Officer Jeff Duchin tomorrow at noon
- July 8, 2022 – More gun violence on the Fourth of July, congratulations to Megan Rapinoe, COVID updates, this week’s Committee of the Whole meeting on gun violence prevention, salmon in distress, Art Walk in Belltown
- July 1, 2022 – A bittersweet Fourth of July, COVID updates, this week’s Committee of the Whole meeting on gun violence prevention, and visits out in the district
- June 28, 2022 – WA Dept of Health Press Conference tomorrow at 10 a.m.
- June 24, 2022 – Roe v. Wade overturned, Pride Celebrations this weekend, Cricket comes to King County, bonuses for child care workers, Covid updates, a unique recycling idea, and more.
- June 23, 2022 – Today is the 50th Anniversary of Title IX!
- June 17, 2022 – MLK Medal of Distinguished Service awarded to Mike Tulee, Juneteenth holiday and Father’s Day celebrations, COVID vaccines for children under five, Council updates, changing County elections to even-number years, and more.
- June 10, 2022 – Bird flu, electric trucks, fellowship opportunities, possible ballot measures, updates from the Council, gun violence prevention legislation, and much more.
- June 2, 2022 – Happy Pride Month, gun safety efforts, AANHPI Month recap, updates from the Council, and much more
- June 1, 2022 – TODAY: White House Briefing on infant formula, COVID response, and more
- May 26, 2022 – Horror in Texas, a new King County Sheriff, grants for District Four organizations, and more
- May 24, 2022 – Tomorrow at 10 a.m.: WA State DOH Press Briefing
- May 20, 2022 – Cases and hospitalizations rise, get boosted now, tips for finding infant formula, County Executive proposes tax increase to protect last high-quality open space, preparing for The Big One, more shootings, soccer pay equity…
- May 13, 2022 – Some COVID restrictions set to end, predicted COVID surge this fall, baby formula shortage, Trailhead Direct returns May 28th, keep moss out of your lawn safely, Auditor report on property tax exemptions’ refunds, Report: Native American "boarding schools" operated in state, including in King County.
- May 6, 2022 – The end of Roe v. Wade?, COVID news, County parks’ expansions, new Sheriff, Council vote on a new Sammamish City Councilmember, charter amendment to change County elections to even-number years, congrats to our Sounders…
- May 3, 2022 – TODAY: Gov Inslee Press Conference at Kerry Park at 2:30 p.m.
- May 3, 2022 – TODAY: Gov Inslee Press Conference at Kerry Park at 2:30 p.m.
- April 28, 2022 – “Medium” level of community spread, last day to comment on Sound Transit’s Ballard extension plans, COVID test information, salmon return to the Green River, Equitable Development Initiative…
- April 25, 2022 – Noon today: Rising COVID-19 levels push King County into “Yellow”: An update from Health Officer Dr. Jeff Duchin
- April 19, 2022 – WA DOH Press Briefing tomorrow at 10 a.m
- April 15, 2022 – ICYMI: Legislative Recap, We Are In book club next Tuesday, Health Through Housing
- April 14, 2022 – Cases increase, no COVID vaccine requirement for school entry vaccinations, Sheriff finalists, safer County campus, next week at the Council…
- April 14, 2022 – Today at 6:30 p.m.: Discussion of Seattle’s history of homelessness
- April 7, 2022 – The Blessing of the Fleet, big happenings in committee meetings this week, lots of exciting events coming up on the waterfront, internship opportunities for youth, a Q&A with Dr. Jeff Duchin and more!
- March 31, 2022 – Cases rise in King County, second boosters recommended for some, yesterday’s Womxn’s History Month panel, County Parks certified “Salmon-Safe,” Metro begins battery-electric bus service, County funding opportunities, annual Blessing of the Fleet this Sunday…
- March 28, 2022 – Please join me on Wednesday for a conversation on "Power, Resilience and Healing" in celebration of Womxn's History Month
- March 25, 2022 – Omicron subvariant news, vaccine coming for young children, Dept. of Health COVID plan, my upcoming Womxn’s History Panel, housing insecurity, supporting refugees, Council news, a “knighting in Ballard,” the Kindness Café, upcoming events…
- March 17, 2022 – To mask or not to mask? news on Omicron, Dept. of Health WA Forward plan, Council updates, my Women’s History Month program, legislative session summary, rescue dog helping orcas…
- March 16, 2022 – TODAY at 10:30 a.m.: WA State Dept. of Health Briefing
- March 10, 2022 – Mask mandates ending, schools and masks, CDC extends mask requirement on transportation, the opioid crisis, helping Ukrainian refugees, recap on state legislature…
- March 3, 2022 – Two years of COVID emergency, masking decisions, vaccines and kids, additional free Covid home tests, continuation of juvenile restorative justice program, free Waterfront walking and birding tours, farming and gardening, vehicle crashes more often fatal since pandemic began…
- March 1, 2022 – Tomorrow: WA DOH Press Briefing at 10 a.m.
- February 28, 2022 – UPDATE: More info on Gov. Inslee's press conference at 1 p.m.
- February 28, 2022 – TODAY at 1 p.m.: Gov. Jay Inslee Press Conference
- February 24, 2022 – Omicron’s sub-variant, 80th anniversary of Exec. Order 9066, last night’s town hall, cold weather shelters, County vans available for non-profits, helmet law repeal, Legislative Session update, climate change in the news, Ukraine-Russia crisis panel...
- February 23, 2022 – TONIGHT at 6 p.m.: Please join me for the District 4 Town Hall
- February 17, 2022 – Mask and vaccine verification mandates ending but cautions and questions remain, remembering Executive Order 9066, Board of Health repeals bicycle helmet law, join me next Wednesday...
- February 16, 2022 – Tomorrow at 2 p.m.: Gov. Jay Inslee Press Conference
- February 16, 2022 – Join me next Wednesday!
- February 14, 2022 – Vaccines on hold for young children; the mask mandate debate; kids, schools and COVID; bicycle helmet law repeal?; this week at the Council; upcoming EastLink info session; funding for affordable housing...
- February 10, 2022 – Lifting mask requirements, COVID’s next iteration, election updates, County resuming jury trials, concrete and infrastructure, East Link project survey, backyard history...
- February 7, 2022 – N-95 masks, next variant may not be mild, monitoring COVID in wastewater, my Town Hall on February 23rd, return your ballot by tomorrow, kids and health equity, ride Metro and learn Black history...
- February 3, 2022 – Black History Month, FOUR vaccine doses, trust in government linked to COVID outcomes, at-home test information, highlights from this week at the County, remembering the Holocaust, Tuesday deadline for ballot drop-offs... February 2, 2022 – Gov. Inslee press conference tomorrow at 2:30 p.m. in Olympia
- February 2, 2022 – Tomorrow at 1 p.m.: King County Health Officer to provide update on COVID-19
- February 1, 2022 – WA State Dept of Health Briefing Tomorrow at 10 a.m.
- January 31, 2022 – Omicron subvariant, long COVID concerns, Omicron’s impacts on schools, this week at the Council, Sound Transit’s public meetings, treating wastewater, studying underwater noise in Puget Sound...
- January 27, 2022 – New Omicron subvariant, locating COVID tests, health care worker burnout, get “MyShake” to prepare for “The Big One,” February special election...
- January 26, 2022 – Gov Inslee Press Conference tomorrow at 2:30 p.m.
- January 24, 2022 – Turning the corner, but entering 4th wave of COVID?, Gov. Inslee speaks to a U.S. House Committee on COVID Crisis, hospitals overwhelmed, why should I get a booster and updates on boosters and school guidance, free home tests will still be available, this week at the Council, fighting human trafficking, grants for artists...
- January 21, 2022 – Free home covid test kits for Washington residents
- January 20, 2022 – Entering COVID-19 year three, Omicron’s unknowns, masks and self-testing updates, voting rights webinar tomorrow, February 8th special election ballots, land conservation...
- January 17, 2022 – CDC changes its mask guidance, testing updates, the pandemic’s toll on health care workers, this week in the Council, King Day events and information Dr. King’s 1961 Seattle visit, the 2022 Legislative Session...
- January 13, 2022 – National Guard to help with Omicron surge, news on schools and COVID, “breakthrough” cases, misinformation protests, pandemic timelines, new Council leadership positions approved, honoring Dr. King, audit on County’s emergency preparedness planning...
- January 12, 2022 – Gov Jay Inslee Press Conference at 2:30 p.m.
- January 10, 2022 – Omicron surging, getting insurance to cover at-home tests, pandemic timeline, booster shots, MLK holiday celebrations, Executive’s emergency declaration, coping with flooding, impact of COVID on working women...
- January 6, 2022 – January 6th Insurrection anniversary, at-home testing, Omicron-neutralizing antibodies, anti-trafficking initiative, election department updates, child care funding...
- January 5, 2022 – TODAY: Gov Inslee Press Conference
- January 3, 2022 – Welcome to new Councilmember Sarah Perry, avoiding counterfeit masks, Omicron and school updates, what to do after a positive COVID test, getting boosted, our accomplishments in 2021, my new year’s resolutions...
- December 20, 2021 – Tomorrow at 10 a.m.: COVID-19 Response Media Briefing
- December 17, 2021 – TODAY AT 1:30 P.M: Dr Jeff Duchin Briefing
- December 16, 2021 – Omicron update, school outbreaks and closures, Seattle Reign women’s soccer returns to Seattle, Governor’s homelessness proposals, preserving resources and open space during a pandemic, Kwanzaa and “Noon Year’s Eve,” and a holiday poem from Maya Angelou...
- December 14, 2021 – Dr. Jeff Duchin Press Conference tomorrow at noon
- December 13, 2021 – Omicron spreading, City Hall Park action tomorrow, boosters recommended for everyone over 16, health insurance open enrollment, fentanyl toolkit, Governor’s climate priorities, holiday events in District 4...
- December 9, 2021 – Omicron update, Council boosts transit and housing assistance, pandemic impacting young people’s mental health, final council redistricting map, tiny house construction, avoid flushing trash...
- December 6, 2021 – Omicron is here, remembering Pearl Harbor, boosters and vaccines, this week at the Council, final redistricting maps, turning garbage into meals...
- December 2, 2021 – The end of Roe?, mobile vaccination help from FEMA, booster shots, Omicron, WA Notify update, improve your masks, the federal infrastructure bill, Queen Anne Historical Society, and Little Free Bakery in Magnolia ...
- December 1, 2021 – Tomorrow at 2:30 p.m.: Press Conference with Gov Jay Inslee
- November 29, 2021 – New variant (oh,no!), vaccine verification update, Council passes supplemental budget, new County districts, honoring former Councilmember Larry Gossett, teenage sea turtle woes, and snowpack in the future...
- November 23, 2021 – Update: King County Council's Budget Passed Unanimously
- November 22, 2021 – The Thanksgiving holiday, budget vote tomorrow, City Hall Park updates, and more
- November 18, 2021 – Traveling safely during the holidays, kids and long COVID, last meeting tonight at 7 p.m. on County’s redistricting, County and Port study waste-to-fuel feasibility, grants available for open space and river corridor projects, getting rid of junk mail...
- November 17, 2021 – Governor Inslee Press Conference tomorrow at 2:30 p.m.
- November 16, 2021 – Tomorrow at 10 a.m.: Briefing with WA State DOH
- November 15, 2021 – How doctors are spending their holidays, planning for power outages, COVID economic and social impacts, this week at the Council, recycling tips, green stormwater infrastructure, The Neptune is 100 years old...
- November 8, 2021 – Help with scheduling vaccine appointments; health insurance open enrollment; the Governor in Glasgow; this week at the Council; grants available for festivals, events and transportation projects; stream restoration; talking about democracy...
- November 4, 2021 – Vaccinating children – when?, booster shots, restoring Puget Sound, preventing lead exposure, innovative climate fixes...
- November 3, 2021 – Dr. Jeff Duchin Press Conference tomorrow at 9 a.m.
- November 1, 2021 – COVID vaccine available soon for children 5-11, options for proving your vaccination status, school COVID outbreaks, general election links, global climate conference, this week at the Council, Pike Place Market celebration...
- October 28, 2021 – “Atmospheric river” or rain heading our way?, verifying your vaccination, important election links, flu shots, welcoming refugees, housing, Sound Transit...
- October 27, 2021 – Gov Inslee Press Conference tomorrow at 2:30 p.m.
- October 26, 2021 – Tomorrow at 10 a.m.: COVID Media Briefing from State Dept. of Health
- October 25, 2021 – Vaccine verification requirement starts today, what to do when the lights go out and the trees are falling, race-and gender-conscious affirmative action practices, a judicial appointment, deadlines for next Tuesday’s election...
- October 21, 2021 – Here come the Kraken, City Hall Park legislation approved by King County Council, bike helmet discussion, and more.
- October 18, 2021 – Vaccination deadlines, verification requirements, County supplemental budget and districting process, increase in domestic violence, Board of Health possible action on helmet law...
- October 14, 2021 – Merck’s COVID pill, details on booster shots, Ballard Food Bank’s new location, election update...
- October 14, 2021 – TODAY: Gov Inslee Press Conference at 2:30 p.m.
- October 11, 2021 – Indigenous Peoples’ Day, monoclonal antibodies, a post-COVID future, This Week at the Council, air pollution and climate change...
- October 7, 2021 – Anti-science thinking, City Hall Park, updates on COVID and youth, County districting process, Metro restores some Ballard service...
- October 4, 2021 – Some good news; celebrating new light rail stations and John Lewis Memorial Bridge; help design new congressional, state legislative and county council districts; Council meetings...
- September 30, 2021 – Vaccination rates up, leasing farmland, celebrate new Link light rail stations on Saturday, update on tourism...
- September 29, 2021 – TODAY at 11:15 a.m.: Dept of Health Press Conference
- September 27, 2021 – Booster shot eligibility, state hospital crunch, help decide new County Council districts, grand opening of new Northgate and two other light rail stations...
- September 23, 2021 – CDC booster shot decision, eviction reprieve, Delta and masks, helping Afghan refugees...
- September 22, 2021 – Gov. Inslee press conference tomorrow at 3 p.m.
- September 20, 2021 – News on COVID and a new virus, human behavior during pandemics, volunteers needed for booster shot trial, update on resettlement of Afghan refugees in our region, arts and culture grants, transit talk on new age of light rail, congratulations to Ballard Food Bank, and inspiring new farmer’s market...
- September 16, 2021 – Vaccination verification now required in King County, decision on booster shots tomorrow, Metro news, new Sound Transit stations, enforcement of bicycle helmet laws...
- September 13, 2021 – Pushback on vaccine mandates, the latest on COVID in schools, busy week coming up at the Council, arts venues reopening...
- September 9, 2021 – Remembering 9/11, the latest on COVID, new vaccine verification system, Governor’s outdoor mask mandate, climate change news...
- September 9, 2021 – Today at 2:30: Gov. Inslee press conference with Dr. Shah
- September 6, 2021 – COVID outcomes by vaccination status, celebrating Labor Day, how to help Afghan refugees, the latest on Kids, COVID and schools...
- September 2, 2021 – Outdoor masking order issued, masks work – and so do vaccines, Supreme Court decision, speeding up rental assistance, election update...
- September 2, 2021 – Today at 2:30 p.m.: Media briefing on outdoor mask order for King County
- August 30, 2021 – Ever-changing pandemic, more on schools and COVID, my op-ed on County’s acquiring City Hall Park, report on County Sheriff’s Office handling of fatal shooting, the importance of art and culture in tough times...
- August 26, 2021 – Difficult Back-to-School questions, COVID-19 surging in King County and state, help with child care, a new loan program to reduce greenhouse gas emissions...
- August 24, 2021 – WA State Department of Health Press Conference Tomorrow at 8:15 a.m.
- August 23, 2021 – COVID cases at “all time high,” school safety strategies, countering misinformation, update on City Hall Park, the Seattle Storm at the White House...
- August 19, 2021 – New mask and vaccine mandates, what are “monoclonal antibodies,” childhood vaccines, new labyrinth unveiling Saturday at National Nordic Museum, human trafficking...
- August 16, 2021 – Stressful back-to-school season, wake-up call on Delta variant, how to improve your masks, update on City Hall Park...
- August 12, 2021 – News on Delta variant, “up your masking game,” keeping your pets (and yourself and loved ones) cool and safe in extreme heat and unhealthy air quality, local health officers team up, the U.N.’s climate report, local food...
- August 9, 2021 – Today at 1 p.m.: Gov Inslee Press Conference
- August 5, 2021 – Delta, delta-plus and lambda, the latest on COVID outbreaks, indoor air quality, confusing eviction guidance, safety at the Courthouse...
- August 4, 2021 – Tomorrow at 11 a.m.: Dr. Duchin briefing on increase in COVID cases
- July 29, 2021 – New mask guidance, inequitable COVID health impacts, new law enforcement oversight director, Eighth COVID emergency budget approved, Election Day is Tuesday...
- July 28, 2021 – Today at 10:30 a.m.: Gov. Inslee COVID news conference
- July 26, 2021 – Puget Sound health officials call for masks indoors, delta variant a game-changer, vaccine mandates, COVID 8 budget, an epidemic of gun violence...
- July 26, 2021 – Puget Sound health officials call for masks indoors, delta variant a game-changer, vaccine mandates, COVID 8 budget, an epidemic of gun violence...
- July 19, 2021 – Border opening, Delta variant sows confusion, drug overdose deaths, COVID 8 Budget, climate change impacts accelerate...
- July 15, 2021 – The “good” parts of the pandemic, vaccination successes and challenges, electric vehicles, drought emergency, housing and homelessness news...
- July 13, 2021 – Gov Inslee Press Conference Tomorrow at 2 p.m.
- July 12, 2021 – Booster shots or not? Kids and COVID, coping with heat and wildfire smoke, help select new law enforcement oversight director...
- July 8, 2021 – The Delta variant, heat waves, housing and homelessness, assistance for businesses, eighth COVID emergency budget...
- July 5, 2021 – Reopening questions, COVID news, heat waves and wildfires, our 8th COVID budget, ranked-choice voting, County Clean Water Plan...
- July 1, 2021 – Extreme heat, reopening questions, the latest on variants and vaccines, tenant protection legislation passes, student mental health...
- June 30, 2021 – Dept. of Health briefing on reopening: Today at 2:15 p.m.
- June 28, 2021 – Extreme heat and climate change, vaccine news, COVID and kids, reopening, Council vote on renter protection tomorrow...
- June 25, 2021 – Ways to stay cool this weekend!
- June 24, 2021 – Surviving the scorcher, the latest on COVID variants, COVID and kids, eviction moratorium extension, Metro updates, clean water plan...
- June 23, 2021 – Governor Inslee Press Conference at 10:30 a.m. tomorrow
- June 21, 2021 – Young adults lagging on vaccinations, coping with wildfires, reopening questions, renter protection...
- June 17, 2021 – Mask directive to be lifted, Delta and Gamma variants, reopening plans and issues, Juneteenth Jamboree on Saturday, eviction moratoria ending, rental assistance...
- June 16, 2021 – Gov. Inslee press conference: Tomorrow at 10:30 a.m.
- June 14, 2021 – Rural-Urban vaccination divide, vaccination lottery drawing tomorrow, vaccine safety, impact on Latinx community, global vaccine issues, Juneteenth celebrations...
- June 10, 2021 – New “Delta” variant, children and COVID, upcoming Seattle vaccine clinics, live music venues preparing to reopen, Juneteenth celebrations...
- June 8, 2021 – PRESS CONFERENCES: DOH and Governor Inslee Tomorrow
- June 7, 2021 – Some people will never get vaccinated, reopening excitement and fears, safe travel tips, this week at the Council...
- June 3, 2021 – A chance to win $1 million (and more), vaccination events in Seattle, facial recognition technology ban passed unanimously, Pride month, child care assistance...
- June 3, 2021 – TODAY at 2:30: Gov. Inslee announcement of vaccination incentives, COVID update
- June 1, 2021 – TOMORROW: WA State Dept. of Health Press Conference at 8:15 a.m.
- May 31, 2021 – Honoring fallen soldiers, home COVID tests, mask information for businesses, facial recognition technology, fighting gun violence, turning plastic into bricks...
- May 27, 2021 – More mobility and incentives to increase vaccinations, reopening anxiety, 7th COVID emergency budget, water from air conditioners...
- May 27, 2021 – TODAY at 1 p.m.: Dr. Jeff Duchin to provide update on COVID-19 trends and vaccine distribution
- May 24, 2021 – Fake vaccine cards, “vaccine passports,” one-year anniversary of George Floyd’s murder, 7th COVID budget action tomorrow, housing and homelessness, duck parade...
- May 20, 2021 – Clarification on mask wearing, CDC messaging confusion, Facial Recognition Technology ban, rental assistance, World Bee Day...
- May 17, 2021 – Masks on or off?, vaccines and young teens, 7th Covid Budget, Syttende Mai, rental assistance, mental health resources...
- May 13, 2021 – Reopening!, ditching masks?, vaccinating teens, restart of Trailhead Direct, seventh COVID budget, Syttende Mai on Monday, and In Pursuit of Happiness...
- May 13, 2021 – TODAY at 2:30 p.m.: Gov. Inslee press conference and update on COVID-19
- May 10, 2021 – A good year for orcas, kids and COVID, vaccine incentives get creative, State of the County...
- May 6, 2021 – What we still don’t know about COVID, still in Phase 3, rides to vaccinate sites and other incentives, pop-up vaccine clinics, eviction moratoriums, facial recognition software...
- May 4, 2021 – All counties to remain in current phase for now: Inslee announces pause / DOH press conference tomorrow morning at 8:15 a.m.
- May 3, 2021 – Find out if we’re rolling back at Governor’s press conference 11 a.m. tomorrow, herd immunity, in-home vaccination, facial recognition software, assistance for minority veterans and others...
- April 29, 2021 – Back to Phase 2?, vaccine surplus, younger people getting sicker, nervous about returning to normal? (Crosscut/Elway Poll results), YWCA Stand Against Racism free event tomorrow…
- April 27, 2021 – Tomorrow: WA State Department of Health Press Conference at 8:15 a.m.
- April 26, 2021 – The race for vaccination vs. COVID spread, vaccine hesitancy and available appointments, watch out for questionable testing, how to sleep during the pandemic, Council updates, Rhesus monkeys...
- April 22, 2021 – Vaccine updates, Chauvin verdict, our planet, facial recognition software...
- April 22, 2021 – TODAY at 2:30 p.m.: Gov. Inslee press conference on COVID-19 in Washington state
- April 21, 2021 – Tomorrow at 6 p.m.: Earth Day Virtual Town Hall
- April 19, 2021 – Facial recognition software, COVID 7 budget, Best Starts for Kids, vaccine news, dining during COVID, Earth Day Town Hall, our fishing fleet...
- April 15, 2021 – Vaccine eligibility opens up, locating open vaccine appointments, J&J vaccine pause, Earth Day, Seahawk Russell Wilson and Pres. Biden host vaccination special this Sunday, Billy Frank in statuary hall...
- April 15, 2021 – TODAY at 2:30 p.m.: Gov. Inslee press conference on COVID-19 and legislative session
- April 12, 2021 – Three counties roll back, vaccine news, less cleaning?, cultural institutions and COVID, hate crimes increase, baby lemurs...
- April 8, 2021 – Getting a vaccine appointment, COVID variants, $26 million coming to combat homelessness, van donations, new baby gorilla..
- April 8, 2021 – TODAY at 2:30 p.m.: Gov. Inslee press conference on COVID-19 and legislative session
- April 5, 2021 – Cases surging, keep testing, homelessness debate, jail safety report, reviving Seattle’s film industry...
- April 1, 2021 – Baseball, vaccine eligibility and appointments, remembering Japanese-American internment, continued violence against AAPI, Belltown P-Patch, cleaner air on Metro buses...
- March 31, 2021 – TODAY: Gov. Inslee COVID-19 press conference at 3:30 p.m.
- March 29, 2021 – COVID cases increasing again, health insurance, more on hand sanitizers, Sound Transit update...
- March 25, 2021 – Hand sanitizer alert, join us for a Women’s History Month panel, public health updates, $600M budget proposal...
- March 25, 2021 – TODAY: Gov. Inslee Press Conference at 3:15 p.m.
- March 22, 2021 – Spring has sprung! COVID-19 updates, confronting anti-Asian hatred and more
- March 18, 2021 – Solidarity with AAPI community, Women’s History Month Panel, tenant protections, new Governor’s directive on vaccine, American Rescue Plan and more
- March 18, 2021 – TODAY AT 2:30 p.m.: Gov. Inslee Press Conference
- March 15, 2021 – Lumen Field Vaccination Center opens, vaccine updates, 'My ethnicity is not a virus,' KCC agendas this week, and more
- March 12, 2021 – Today at 11:30 a.m.: Gov. Inslee COVID-19 and school reopening press conference
- March 11, 2021 – One year, baseball, mutant virus strains, vaccine expansion, federal COVID relief funding...
- March 8, 2021 – International Women’s Day, tracking COVID variants, post-vaccination instructions, the Council this week, including our first COVID budget of the year...
- March 5, 2021 – Gov. Inslee transportation press conference: Today at 2:30
- March 4, 2021 – Next vaccine phase coming with new eligibilities, last night’s Town Hall, visit to Pike Market Senior Center mobile vaccine clinic today...
- March 4, 2021 – TODAY at 2:30 p.m.: Gov. Inslee COVID-19 press conference
- March 3, 2021 – Tomorrow at 9:30 a.m.: Dept. of Health COVID media briefing
- March 1, 2021 – One year of the pandemic, third vaccine approved by FDA, Town Hall this Wednesday, COVID vocabulary...
- February 25, 2021 – AAPI violence, variants and vaccines, vaccination frustration, child care, new budgets, and the 2011 Nisqually earthquake, and more…
- February 25, 2021 – Today at 3:30 p.m.: Gov. Inslee press conference
- February 22, 2021 – Black History Month, vaccination delays, face-mask fashion, EV legislation, and more up at the Council…
- February 19, 2021 – Today at noon and at 1 p.m.: Public Health press conference, Gov. Inslee bill signing and press conference
- February 18, 2021 – Vaccination appointments delayed due to weather, COVID-19 variants update, new baby orca…
- February 16, 2021 – Today at 2:30 p.m.: Gov. Inslee COVID-19 update and press conference
- February 15, 2021 – Cold weather and COVID, vaccination news, health insurance enrollment, public health valentines and more
- February 11, 2021 – Vaccine appointment assistance, vaccine availability, Council motion condemning inequitable access to vaccines, the skinny on masks and how to wear them
- February 11, 2021 – Today at 2:30 p.m.: Gov. Inslee COVID-19 press conference
- February 9, 2021 – State Secretary of Health media update on COVID-19 response: Tomorrow at 1 p.m.
- February 9, 2021 – Tonight: Public Health Director Hayes on COVID-19 and impacts of systemic racism
- February 8, 2021 – COVID updates, inequitable access to vaccines, getting back to in-person learning, museum events for kids and families
- February 4, 2021 – Super Bowl safety, COVID vaccination updates, inequitable vaccine distribution, COVID-19 information in accessible formats, and much more
- February 4, 2021 – Gov. Inslee press conference: Today at 2:30 p.m.
- February 3, 2021 – Dept. of Health COVID-19 response update: Tomorrow at 10:30 a.m.
- February 1, 2021 – Staying vigilant, assistance for seniors, “special” vaccine access, vaccinations in Indian country, and much more
- January 29, 2021 – Press conferences today: Vaccinating school employees at 11 a.m. and COVID-19 update from Public Health’s Dr. Duchin at 11:45 a.m.
- January 28, 2021 – Getting the vaccine, King County moving to Phase 2, mass vaccination clinic this Sunday, jumping ahead in the vaccine line, and much more
- January 28, 2021 – Gov. Inslee press conference: Today at 2:30 p.m.
- January 26, 2021 – Feedback requested on my 2021 budget priorities
- January 26, 2021 – Today at 2:15 p.m.: Gov. Inslee COVID-19 press conference
- January 25, 2021 – Figuring out vaccinations, COVID-19 assistance for hospitality workers and closed venues, next steps on climate change, and much more
- January 21, 2021 – One year later, new President acts swiftly on COVID-19, updates on state and county COVID-19 responses, coronavirus in wastewater and much more…
- January 20, 2021 – Gov. Inslee press conference: Tomorrow at 2:30
- January 19, 2021 – Dept. of Health COVID-19 response update: Tomorrow at noon
- January 18, 2021 – Governor expands vaccination eligibility, listening to Martin Luther King, Jr., more vaccine updates, COVID benefits for hospitality workers, and much more
- January 18, 2021 – Governor Inslee press conference on COVID-19 vaccine delivery
- January 14, 2021 – Vaccine videos, Q&A, news, and resources; stormwater and sewage overflows, artists and COVID and more…
- January 13, 2021 – WA State Dept. of Health Press Conference at 3pm today
- January 11, 2021 – Rough start to the new year, FBI warning, speeding up vaccine delivery, mask-wearing critical, PPP loan webinar and much more
- January 8, 2021 – County to open mass COVID vaccination sites and launch mobile vaccine teams
- January 7, 2021 – The People’s House, updates on COVID vaccine schedules and planning, COVID impact survey results, new “Roadmap to Recovery,” and much more
- January 6, 2021 – Statement on today's events at nation's capital
- January 6, 2021 – Department of Health COVID-19 briefing today at noon
- January 4, 2021 – Inslee press conference tomorrow, COVID news in 2021, hope for the new year, climate action, the "Seattle Freeze," and more
- December 31, 2020 – Looking back at 2020 (good riddance!) and ahead to 2021
- December 29, 2020 – Update on COVID-19 response tomorrow at noon
- December 28, 2020 – New vaccine trials, deciding who gets vaccines first, a look back at 2020, federal funding package and much more
- December 22, 2020 – Briefing on COVID-19 response tomorrow morning at 8:30 a.m.
- December 22, 2020 – Congress passes COVID relief, massive spending package
- December 21, 2020 – Pandemic holidays; virus mutations, vaccine approval and access; PPE for restaurants, anti-racism activism; more COVID relief on the way…
- December 21, 2020 – Gov. Inslee press conference today at 2:30 p.m.
- December 18, 2020 – Today at noon: Public Health update on COVID-19 and vaccine rollout
- December 17, 2020 – Vaccine rollout challenges, updated school guidance, COVID and mental health, youth sports grants and much more
- December 17, 2020 – Gov. Inslee press conference today at 2:30 p.m.
- December 16, 2020 – Gov. Inslee press conference today at 2:30 p.m.
- December 15, 2020 – Gov. Inslee press conference today at 2:45 p.m.
- December 14, 2020 – VACCINE UPDATES, winter safety and 17th-century “plague doctors”
- December 14, 2020 – Gov. Inslee press conference at 3 p.m. today
- December 11, 2020 – Dr. Duchin COVID-19 media briefing today at 2:30 p.m.
- December 10, 2020 – COVID vaccine news, restrictions extended, face mask facts, free flu shots, “friluftsliv,” Salvation Army Bell Ringer…
- December 8, 2020 – Gov. Inslee press conference at 10:30 a.m. today
- December 7, 2020 – Huge increase in positive test results, updates on COVID trends and vaccine plans, tests and travel, Discovery Park beach reopens, cats and social distancing and more
- December 3, 2020 – A message from Dr. Duchin, COVID vaccines seeking approval, supporting small businesses this holiday season, and more from Councilmember Jeanne Kohl-Welles
- November 30, 2020 – A message from Dr. Duchin, COVID vaccines seeking approval, supporting small businesses this holiday season, and more from Councilmember Jeanne Kohl-Welles
- November 30, 2020 – TODAY: Gov. Inslee Press Conference at 2:30 pm
- November 25, 2020 – Department of Health COVID briefing today at 2 p.m.
- November 24, 2020 – Gov. Inslee COVID press conference today at 2:30 p.m.
- November 23, 2020 – Thanksgiving risks, COVID testing squeeze, County budget update, assistance for small businesses and non-profits, and much more
- November 23, 2020 – NOW: Washington legislators meet with Washington Hospitality Association
- November 20, 2020 – Gov. Inslee press conference today at 2:30 p.m.
- November 19, 2020 – Daily update on COVID-19, Council passes eighth budget in eight months – the final one the biennial budget, Thanksgiving decisions and more
- November 16, 2020 – Tough love, a plea from nurses, surging numbers, Council set to pass biennial budget tomorrow
- November 15, 2020 – Gov. Inslee announces new restrictions for four-week period
- November 15, 2020 – Gov. Inslee press conference at 11 a.m. today: New restrictions expected
- November 13, 2020 – Gov. Inslee issues travel advisory
- November 12, 2020 – Potential new COVID restrictions, urgent update on pandemic’s “explosive growth,” budget news, flu shots and more
- November 12, 2020 – Gov. Jay Inslee and Trudi Inslee to address the state on COVID-19 pandemic tonight
- November 9, 2020 – Puget Sound a “hot zone” for COVID, the DOH to brief media tomorrow, vaccine news, County budget meetings and more
- November 5, 2020 – COVID surging statewide, election turnout, housing and shelter assistance, kids and animals and much more
- November 5, 2020 – COVID surging statewide, election turnout, housing and shelter assistance, kids and animals and much more
- November 4, 2020 – New report on COVID-19 and schools: DOH Media Briefing tomorrow at 11:15 a.m.
- November 4, 2020 – New report on COVID-19 and schools: DOH Media Briefing tomorrow at 11:15 a.m.
- November 4, 2020 – Gov. Inslee press conference today at 2:30 p.m.
- November 2, 2020 – Election updates, winter and COVID, technology for remote learning, Halloween happiness and much more
- November 1, 2020 – Last chance to weigh in on Metro’s North Link Connections project
- October 29, 2020 – COVID cases increasing, elections update, blood donations needed, safety hints for “12s”, mental health resources and much more
- October 29, 2020 – TODAY at 1:30: Status of COVID-19 spread in King County
- October 27, 2020 – Grants available to BIPOC community organizations: Letters of Intent due this Friday
- October 27, 2020 – Inslee press conference today at 10:30 a.m.
- October 26, 2020 – Misinformation, close COVID contacts, grim milestone, flu vaccines, budget deliberations and much more
- October 26, 2020 – Press conference at 10 a.m.; Today is the last day for online voter registration
- October 23, 2020 – Dept of Agriculture locates nest of Asian giant hornets: Press conference this afternoon
- October 22, 2020 – COVID-19 cases surge in western Washington, FDA approves first COVID drug, flu vaccine information for older adults and those with disabilities, Trick or Street, flu clinics and much more
- October 20, 2020 – Special public comment budget meeting tomorrow at 6 p.m.
- October 19, 2020 – Returning ballots, COVID testing, public hearing on County budget, free flu shots and much more
- October 15, 2020 – COVID cases on the rise, last day for census, public input needed on budget, flu shots and pet health clinic on Saturday, I-976, affordable housing and much more
- October 14, 2020 – Join me tonight: Upcoming Metro changes in north Seattle – 6 p.m. on Zoom
- October 12, 2020 – Indigenous Peoples Day, eviction moratorium, COVID antibody trial, a safe Halloween, budget process update and much more
- October 8, 2020 – Looser COVID restrictions, update on UW’s Greek system outbreak, flu vaccine, budget review, gun safety and more
- October 6, 2020 – Gov. Inslee press conference at 2:30 p.m. today
- October 5, 2020 – Rough fall ahead?, election security in King County and Washington state, increase in domestic violence homicides, free student internet access, and much more
- October 1, 2020 – COVID vaccine planning, public webinar with Dr. Fauci, new outbreaks in Washington, help with child care costs, climate toolkit, and much more
- October 1, 2020 – COVID vaccine planning, public webinar with Dr. Fauci, new outbreaks in Washington, help with child care costs, climate toolkit, and much more
- September 25, 2020 – COVID winter prep, first budget hearing Wednesday, free fun arts/culture events, Storm to championships, historic moment in women’s sports and more
- September 28, 2020 – New rules for flying, pregnancy during COVID, Breonna Taylor, baby orcas and enews changing to Mondays and Thursdays
- September 25, 2020 – Gov. Inslee press conference today at 2:30 p.m.
- September 23, 2020 – Wildfire “toxic soup,” new economic recovery tool, free flu vaccines, business resources, County budget and much more
- September 22, 2020 – Executive Constantine presents proposed $12.4 billion biennial budget
- September 21, 2020 – Cleaner air, COVID risk still high, census deadline, sea otters, from farms to food banks and more
- September 18, 2020 – RIP, RBG; vaccine planning update; get tested!; digital equity, penguins and much more
- September 17, 2020 – TODAY: Executive Constantine Press Conference at 2:30pm
- September 16, 2020 – Encouraging COVID news, keeping pets (and yourself) safe from smoke, Town Hall tomorrow, Executive announces anti-racism investments and more
- September 16, 2020 – TODAY: Executive Constantine Press Conference at 1:30pm
- September 14, 2020 – Thursday’s Town Hall, get your flu shot, wildfire smoke resources, orcas and more
- September 11, 2020 – September 11 commemoration, wildfire smoke and health, economic and social impacts of COVID, Metro service survey, and much more
- September 11, 2020 – Gov. Inslee press conference on wildfires today at 1:30 p.m
- September 9, 2020 – COVID coexistence, dealing with wildfire smoke, grants for Black-led non-profits, climate justice, skid row beauty salon and much more
- September 8, 2020 – TODAY: Governor Inslee Press Conference at 2:30 pm
- September 4, 2020 – New COVID study, school and child care resources, Spanish-language webinars and much more
- September 2, 2020 – COVID Emergency Budget passes, our post-COVID future, 90% voter turnout?, gorilla baby boom, and more
- August 31, 2020 – COVID across the state, expanded free testing sites, assistance for young artists and musicians, sports and anti-racism efforts, crisis response dog and more
- August 28, 2020 – John Lewis tribute 7 p.m. tonight, new COVID budget, blood donations, track COVID cases in schools, climate change resilience and more
- August 26, 2020 – "Back to Learning” season, COVID study volunteers needed, LGBTQ+ housing fair, wolverines and more
- August 26, 2020 – COVID-19 response media briefing today at 2 p.m.
- https://content.govdelive ry.com/accounts/WAKING/bulletins/29ba804August 24, 2020 –Keeping transit safe, Council Committee of the Whole meets tomorrow on Fourth COVID Budget and PSTAA, free face masks at Safeway, hospitality industry update and more
- https://content.govdelive ry.com/accounts/WAKING/bulletins/29b530fAugust 21, 2020 –New COVID-19 guidance, role of children in the pandemic, baby elephants, COVID-related assistance, and more
- https://content.govdelive ry.com/accounts/WAKING/bulletins/29b14c1August 20, 2020 –TODAY: Governor Inslee Press Conference at 10:30 a.m.
- https://content.govdelive ry.com/accounts/WAKING/bulletins/29afd37August 19, 2020 –Free masks; dealing with COVID symptoms; Sheriff’s office data; culture, science and live music venue COVID recovery grants and more
- August 17, 2020 – Misinformation pandemic, locating COVID-19 resources, women’s suffrage centennial, survey participants sought and more
- August 13, 2020 – TODAY: Gov. Inslee News Conference at 3 p.m.
- August 12, 2020 – How viruses spread, smaller is better (social circles), farmworkers and COVID, orca whales and more
- August 10, 2020 – Breaking COVID update, inside a Quarantine and Isolation Center, child care, racial equity resources, dancing during a pandemic and more
- August 6, 2020 – TODAY: Gov. Inslee Press Conference at 2:30 pm
- August 5, 2020 – School reopening update, new report on Washington COVID cases, Caesar the ‘no-drama llama,’ and more
- August 5, 2020 – TODAY: Gov Inslee press conference on COVID-19 response
- August 3, 2020 – Election day, new COVID guidance for restaurants, indoor fitness and other businesses, a just and equitable climate plan, and more
- July 31, 2020 – New way to visualize “six feet,” antibody tests, more than one million trees planted, and more
- July 30, 2020 – TODAY: Gov. Inslee to give update on COVID-19 response
- July 29, 2020 – COVID updates, hot neighborhoods, protecting orcas and more
- July 27, 2020 – Rising numbers, free masks, COVID assistance, plans for the Magnolia Bridge, and more
- July 24, 2020 – Virus cases continue to surge, school reopenings, isolation in jail and out, State of the County address, and more
- July 23, 2020 – Gov. Inslee announces new restrictions for bars, restaurants, more as virus continues to surge
- July 23, 2020 – Inslee press conference today at 2:30 p.m.
- July 22, 2020 – Seattle schools will be online only this fall, questions about reopening, distributing free masks, hugging and more
- July 20, 2020 – Bad news with glimmer of hope, equity in education, important Council meeting and more
- July 17, 2020 – Worrisome rise in new coronavirus cases, new COVID-19 restrictions, free masks from King County, reopening schools and more
- July 16, 2020 – Inslee press conference today at 2:30 p.m.
- July 15, 2020 – COVID-19 caseloads increase, evidence shows masks protect those wearing them, finding local, healthy food and more
- July 14, 2020 – Inslee press conference today at 2:30 p.m.
- July 13, 2020 – Contact tracing, homelessness and COVID, reopening schools and more
- July 12, 2020 – Updated information about tomorrow’s (Monday’s) Committee of the Whole meetings
- July 10, 2020 - CDC risk updates, school reopening tracker, COVID-19 home testing, changing the Sheriff’s position to be appointed, 30 years of the ADA, and more
- July 9, 2020 – Inslee press conference at 2:30 p.m.
- July 8, 2020 – A Mental Health Day, Monday town hall on appointing King County Sheriff, Wildfires-plus-COVID, and more
- July 7, 2020 – Inslee press conference at 2:30 p.m.
- July 6, 2020 – Mask requirement, “a pandemic within a pandemic,” jay-walking ducks, and more
- July 2, 2020 – NEW MASKS REQUIREMENTS TO REDUCE SPREAD OF COVID-19
- July 2, 2020 – Inslee press conference today at 3 p.m.
- July 1, 2020 – A safe Fourth of July, a warning from Public Health, community needs during COVID and more
- June 29, 2020 – Reading the data, contact tracing, Sheriff’s Office oversight and more
- June 26, 2020 - King County cases increase, "must-see" video art, wildfires and more
- June 24, 2020 - Emergency budget passed, COVID relief concert, an audience of plants, and more
- June 24, 2020 - Inslee press conference today at 3 p.m.
- June 23, 2020 - Facial Coverings Mandatory Statewide Effective Friday
- June 22, 2020 - Phase 2 Info, Racism, Public Input Needed on Law Enforcement and more
- June 19, 2020 - PHASE 2 Approved! More business, activities allowed as King County enters new phase in return from pandemic
- June 17, 2020 - Dire state budget forecast, guidance for school reopening, racial justice information and much more from CM Kohl-Welles
- June 17, 2020 - Inslee press conference today at 2:30 p.m. re: state revenue forecast
- June 15, 2020 - The future of policing, beautiful Black Lives Matter street mural, use-of-force data to be made public, and much more from CM Kohl-Welles
- June 12, 2020 - COVID-19 surging back in some states, Metro service changes, latest from Public Health and much more from CM Kohl-Welles
- June 11, 2020 - Racial justice information, racism as a public health crisis, the latest COVID-19 numbers and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- June 11, 2020 - Fall school reopenings press conference at 11:30 a.m.
- June 10, 2020 - Modified phase 1 continues, free testing available, latest from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- June 10, 2020 - Inslee press conference today at 3 p.m.
- June 9, 2020 - Law enforcement accountability and oversight, digital divide, latest from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- June 8, 2020 - (UPDATED) An extraordinary moment, get tested if you join protests, the latest from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- June 8, 2020 - Inslee press conference today at 3 p.m.
- June 5, 2020 - King County enters phase 1.5, child care in King County, opportunity to take action against oppression, and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- June 4, 2020 - Race and health inequities, safety in crowds, dangers of tear gas and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- June 4, 2020 - Gov. Inslee to hold press conference on COVID-19 testing
- June 3, 2020 - King County applies for Modified Phase 1, demonstrations for racial justice continue, and more updates from CM Kohl-Welles
- June 3, 2020 - Gov. Inslee to hold press conference today
- June 2, 2020 - Health safety while demonstrating, latest case numbers, eviction moratorium extended and more from Jeanne Kohl-Welles
- June 1, 2020 - The events of this weekend, Gov. Inslee’s Safe Start plan, and more from Councilmember Kohl-Welles
- June 1, 2020 - Gov. Inslee to hold press conference at 3 p.m. Monday
- May 29, 2020 - Inslee allows partial reopenings, KC to apply to reopen more business activity, the latest from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- May 29, 2020 - Executive Constantine press conference around 3:30 p.m. today
- May 28, 2020- Face coverings not for everyone, testing at long-term care facilities, the latest from Public Health and much more from CM Kohl-Welles
- May 28, 2020 - Inslee press conference today at 2:30 p.m.
- May 27, 2020 - New data dashboard, updated guidance for religious groups and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- May 27, 2020 - Inslee press conference today at 2:30 p.m.
- May 26, 2020 - Myth busting, new COVID-19 modeling report, latest from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- May 22, 2020 - Testing capacity grows, a new twist on an old festival, updates on phased reopening and more from Jeanne Kohl-Welles
- May 21, 2020 - Mask deliveries, unemployment claims soar, latest from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- May 21, 2020 - CANCELLLED - Inslee press conference at 11:30 a.m.
- May 21, 2020 - Inslee press conference this morning at 11:30 a.m.
- May 20, 2020 - New data available, increased testing capacity, latest from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- May 19, 2020 - Small business relief grants, regional homelessness authority, the latest from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- May 19, 2020 - Inslee press conference at 11 a.m.
- May 18, 2020 - Mask directive, non-emergency medical procedure guidelines, latest from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- May 18, 2020 - Inslee press conference today at 2:30 p.m.
- May 15, 2020 - Unemployment fraud, protecting people with disabilities, food security and much more from CM Kohl-Welles
- May 14, 2020 - New Elliott Ave shelter site, latest numbers from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- May 14, 2020 - Inslee press conference today at 3:30 p.m.
- May 13, 2020 - Have COVID-19 symptoms? Get tested! Plus the latest from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- May 12, 2020 - $60 million emergency spending plan clears Council, the latest from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- May 12, 2020 - Inslee press conference today at 1:30 p.m.
- May 11, 2020 - New face covering directive, National Women's Health Week, and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- May 11, 2020 - Public Health press conference today at 2:30 p.m.
- May 9, 2020 - Transmission rate of COVID-19 could be rising, social distancing remains key, and more from Jeanne Kohl-Welles
- May 8, 2020 - Coping with stress, Safe Start approach to re-opening, graduation fun and more from CM Kohl-Welles!
- May 8, 2020 - Inslee press conference at 2:30, Air Force flyover this afternoon
- May 7, 2020 - Nurses week, coronavirus parties, mental health support and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- May 6, 2020 - KC parks are back on May 8, award for Public Health's leader and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- May 5, 2020 - State, King County parks to open, more trips on Metro, and more from Jeanne Kohl-Welles
- May 5, 2020 - Inslee press conference today at 3:30 p.m.
- May 4, 2020 - 100 state parks reopen tomorrow, stimulus check info, snack time at the zoo and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- May 3, 2020 - Health care workers and mental health, giant hornets to distract us, and more from Jeanne Kohl-Welles
- May 2, 2020 - Mental health amid the pandemic, the CARES Act and you, and other updates from Jeanne Kohl-Welles
- May 1, 2020 - Stay-Home order extended, virus' disproportionate impacts, and more from Jeanne Kohl-Welles
- May 1, 2020 - Inslee press conference today at 2:30 p.m.
- April 30, 2020 - Stay home order to be extended, new state dashboard and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 29, 2020 - New shelter sites in D4, tips to avoid accidental poisoning, latest from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 29, 2020 - Inslee press conference today at 2:30 p.m.
- April 28, 2020 - Vanpool for essential workers, isolation and quarantine update and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 27, 2020- Council meets tomorrow, Inslee eases outdoor restrictions, the latest from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 27, 2020 - Inslee press conference today at 2:30 p.m.
- April 26, 2020 - Seattle lets scientists lead, how to store you mask, latest from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 25, 2020 - Curve is slowly flattening, poll shows support for social distancing and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 24, 2020 - Bleach not for consumption, clean masks regularly, the latest from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 24, 2020 - Inslee press conference today at 11:30 a.m.
- April 23, 2020 - Spending plan to support arts/culture orgs, Beast Mode, Metro passenger limits, and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 22, 2020 - Happy Earth Day! Plus the latest numbers from Public Health and more
- April 22, 2020 - Inslee press conference today at 2:30 p.m.
- April 21, 2020 - Earth day tomorrow, latest from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 21, 2020 - Inslee to address public today at 5 p.m.
- April 20, 2020 - False information on social media, latest from Public Health, flood control grants and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 19, 2020 - COVID-19 Updates: State funds for COVID-19 community outreach, update from UW and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 18, 2020 - COVID-19 Updates: Port of Seattle updates, Rep. Jayapal rent relief bill introduction, disaster cash assistance, and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 17, 2020 - COVID-19 Updates: Flattening the Curve in Washington, More Metro, Sound Transit Service Cuts, PSE Energy Help, and more
- April 16, 2020 - Transit service reductions, tips for workers seeking unemployment and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 16, 2020 - Inslee press conference today at 3:15 p.m.
- April 15, 2020 - Project C.A.R.E., the latest from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 15, 2020 - Gov. Inslee press conference today at 3 p.m.
- April 14, 2020 - Rent and mortgage motion, community response fund and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 13, 2020 - Tips for older adults, new protections for high-risk workers and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 12, 2020 - Respect park closures, latest numbers from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 11, 2020 - Metro takes steps to protect drivers, passengers and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 10, 2020 - Rental assistance, emergency child care slots, the latest from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 10, 2020 - Inslee press conference today at 3 p.m.
- April 9, 2020 - Metro ridership down, latest numbers from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 8, 2020 - Emergency food access resources, Metro Access update and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 7, 2020 - Small biz grants, state fund for food banks and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 7, 2020 - Inslee press conference today at 1:00 p.m.
- April 6, 2020 - Statewide school closures extended, latest numbers from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 6, 2020 - Gov. Inslee press conference today at 2:30 p.m.
- April 5, 2020 - Face Mask Recommendations, Blood Donors Needed, Helping Our Hungry Neighbors, and More
- April 4, 2020 - Thankful for Our Medical Workers, Reminder on Help for Small Business
- April 3, 2020 - Emergency loans for small businesses, stay-at-home order extended, domestic violence resources
- April 2, 2020 - Resources for small businesses, immigrants and refugees and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- April 2, 2020 - ALERT- Gov. Inslee press conference at 5 p.m.
- April 1, 2020 - Help for homeowners, stay home order likely to be extended and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- March 31, 2020 - $2.2 million in child care assistance for first responders and essential workers and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- March 30, 2020 - Gov. Inslee press conference this afternoon
- March 30, 2020 - KC postpones payment deadline for individual property tax owners
- March 30, 2020 - Latest from Public Health, KC property taxes postponed and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- March 29, 2020 - King County Hospitals Under Mounting Pressure, Information on Isolation Sites, and Finding Fun At Home
- March 28, 2020 - New Public Health Order and Directive, Details on the Field Army Hospital, and more from Councilmember Jeanne Kohl-Welles
- March 27, 2020 - LGBTQ+ support, latest from Public Health, Seattle Mask Brigade and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- March 26, 2020 - First ever remote Council meeting, latest numbers from Public Health and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- March 26, 2020 - ALERT: Inslee Press Conference at 11 a.m. today
- March 25, 2020 - Senior shopping hours, domestic violence support, new COVID-19 dashboard and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- March 24, 2020 - Stay home, save lives - coronavirus update from CM Kohl-Welles
- March 23, 2020 - West Seattle Bridge closes, new COVID-19 testing program and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- March 22, 2020 - March 22 COVID-19 update from Councilmember Kohl-Welles
- March 21, 2020 - Harborview isolation site, playgrounds close, words of caution and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- March 20, 2020 - Gov. Inslee press conference today, Metro suspends fare collection and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- March 19, 2020 - New COVID-19 website, special shopping hours for seniors and more from CM Kohl-Welles
- March 18, 2020 - 3/18 COVID-19 update from Councilmember Kohl-Welles
- March 17, 2020 - 3/17 COVID-19 update from Councilmember Kohl-Welles
- March 16, 2020 - COVID-19 update and helpful financial info from Councilmember Kohl-Welles
- March 15, 2020 - BREAKING! Executive Constantine and King County Health Officer announce new order to limit spread of COVID-19
- March 15, 2020 - March 15 COVID-19 update from Councilmember Kohl-Welles
- March 15, 2020 - Weekend COVID-19 update from Councilmember Kohl-Welles
- March 13, 2020 - School closures, latest from Public Health and more from Councilmember Kohl-Welles
- March 12, 2020 - Major developments on COVID-19 and more from Councilmember Kohl-Welles
- March 11, 2020 - Important COVID-19 update from Councilmember Kohl-Welles
- March 11, 2020 - Tomorrow's Town Hall Cancelled
- March 10, 2020 - Monday coronavirus update and more from Councilmember Kohl-Welles
- March 9, 2020 - Monday coronavirus update from Councilmember Kohl-Welles
- March 8, 2020 - Sunday coronavirus update from Councilmember Kohl-Welles
- March 7, 2020 - Saturday coronavirus update from Councilmember Kohl-Welles
- March 6, 2020 - Friday coronavirus update from Councilmember Jeanne Kohl-Welles
- March 5, 2020 - Coronavirus press conference tomorrow at 9:00 a.m.
- March 5, 2020 - Coronavirus update from Councilmember Kohl-Welles
- March 4, 2020 - Latest info on coronavirus from Councilmember Kohl-Welles
- March 2, 2020 - News from King County Councilmember Jeanne Kohl-Welles
- March 1, 2020 - Coronavirus update from Councilmember Kohl-Welles
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Main phone: 206-477-1004 |
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TTY/TDD: 206-296-1024 |
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Fax: 206-296-0198 |