Western governors join Gavin Newsom in $1 trillion appeal to Congress for coronavirus aid
Four western governors joined California Gov. Gavin Newsom in asking Congress for $1 trillion in aid for states and local governments reeling from the economic damage caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Continue reading at The Bellingham Herald.
UW Medicine faces $500 million shortfall because of coronavirus pandemic; staff cuts and furloughs coming
UW Medicine, which has played a significant role in responding to the coronavirus pandemic on a local and national scale, is now in deep financial trouble due to that very pandemic. Continue reading at The Seattle Times. (Amanda Snyder)
Real-time updates: Washington restaurants reopening in Phase 2 must follow these rules
Restaurants and taverns in Washington can partially resume dine-in capabilities in Phase 2 of Gov. Jay Inslee’s “Safe Start Washington” plan to reopen the economy. Phase 2 allows more businesses and activities to re-open with adequate safety and health standards in place. Under Phase 2, dining rooms may open with less than 50% capacity, tables with no more than five people seated, and no bar seating area. Continue reading at King 5. (Seattle Fire Dept.)
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UW Medicine faces $500 million shortfall because of coronavirus pandemic; staff cuts and furloughs coming
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King County health officer directs residents to use face coverings
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Tri-City Herald
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