Who Goes Next? Timeline, New Tiers For COVID Vaccine Laid Out For Washingtonians
People age 70 and older as well as some people living with an elder will be next in line for the COVID-19 vaccine in Washington. The state Department of Health on Wednesday provided awaited details for whose turn comes when to get the precious and scarce shots. Continue reading at Northwest Public Broadcasting. (Megan Farmer)
T’wina Nobles to be sworn in Friday as Washington’s first Black Senator in 10 years
Washington’s 2021 legislative session begins Monday at the state Capitol in Olympia. Lawmakers will face tough challenges, including how to balance the budget with decreased revenue because of the COVID-19 pandemic. There will be several lawmakers joining the ranks for the first time, including women of color. Continue reading at KING5 TV.
Lawmakers, protesters prepare for legislative session in Olympia next week
Out-of-control crowds in Washington, D.C., and Olympia are part of the reason one local group is canceling its plans to demonstrate at the state capitol in Olympia every day during the legislative session, which starts Monday. Continue reading at MyNorthwest. (Ted S. Warren)
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