Washington state will move to the next phase of coronavirus vaccination in the ‘coming days.’ Here’s what that means.
The Washington state Department of Health will move into its next phase of coronavirus vaccination sooner than expected, moving up the timeline to begin inoculating people aged 70 years and older, among others. Continue reading at The Seattle Times. (Ken Lambert)
Orwall sponsors state bill for 988 lifeline to help prevent suicides
A measure introduced by state Rep. Tina Orwall, D-Des Moines, will help ensure suicide prevention and behavioral health crisis services are accessible to everyone statewide. Continue reading at The Auburn Reporter. (Stock)
Trump impeached again, this time for inciting insurrection. What can happen next?
The U.S. House of Representatives voted Wednesday to impeach President Donald Trump for inciting an insurrection at the Capitol, the first time a U.S. president has been impeached twice. Continue reading at The Olympian. (Drew Angerer)
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Washington state will move to the next phase of coronavirus vaccination in the ‘coming days.’ Here’s what that means.
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