Editorial: As police reforms hit resistance, law-enforcement leaders need to step up
Depending on their interpretations of the state’s new police reforms, law-enforcement agencies are responding to 911 calls with vastly different equipment and tactics, sometimes putting public safety at risk. Some disagreeing law-enforcement leaders should stop obfuscating over the laws and put safety of their communities ahead of their political agendas. Continue reading at The Seattle Times. (Jennifer Luxton / The Seattle Times)
Washington hospitals nearing capacity, seeing largest number of COVID-19 patients ever
The Washington State Hospital Association (WSHA) painted a bleak picture for the state’s medical facilities during a briefing Thursday as hospitals approach 100% occupancy amid a new wave in the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue reading at KING 5.
US keeps ban on nonessential border crossings to slow COVID
The U.S. government on Friday extended a ban on nonessential travel along the borders with Canada and Mexico to slow the spread of COVID-19 despite increasing pressure to lift the restriction. Continue reading at KOMO. (Ryan Remiorz/The Canadian Press via AP)
Associated Press
First Asian giant hornet nest discovered near Blaine
Sheriff contracts COVID-19, still plans to fight mandates
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Fed’s Powell: There’s no returning to pre-pandemic economy
US keeps ban on nonessential border crossings to slow COVID
US to erase student debt for those with severe disabilities
Klickitat County Sheriff contracts COVID-19, still plans to fight mandates
Bellingham Herald
Woman sentenced after distributing fentanyl that led to Bellingham boys’ overdose death
A new tiny home village is being built in Bellingham
On day Inslee expands mask mandate, Whatcom County sees 70 new confirmed COVID cases
COVID delta variant more prevalent in Whatcom, as reported cases triple from last week
Capital Press
WSDA finds Asian giant hornet nest
Expect higher commodity prices amid Western wildfires, says farm lender
Everett Herald
Unpermitted bridge work stalls project in Lake Stevens park
Edmonds mayor chooses interim police chief for permanent job
Lake Stevens police chief retires; deputy succeeds him
What we know: Washington coronavirus outbreak at a glance
Klickitat Co. sheriff with COVID-19 still fighting mandates
Schwab: Biden kept promise of other presidents to get out
Bloomberg Comment: Taliban say they’ve changed, but so has Afghanistan
Bloomberg Comment: Taliban only pretending their barbaric days are over
Bloomberg Comment: Opinion polls show path forward on immigration
WaPo Comment: Afghan soldiers didn’t quit; we left the battle first
News Tribune
Pentagon offers mental health resources to military as Taliban takes over Afghanistan
Got an idea to draw tourists? Here’s how to get Gig Harbor taxes to help pay for it
Here are the latest COVID-19 numbers confirmed Wednesday in Washington state
Mask Q&A: When and where you should wear a mask in Pierce County
Investigation complete into Tacoma officer who ran over 6 at street-racing event
COVID-19 cases among Pierce County children increase; rural areas see outbreaks
Get vaccinated or lose job, Peninsula School District staff are told
New York Times
Live Updates: Biden to Address Afghan Crisis as Desperation Builds at Kabul Airport
As Childhood Covid Cases Spike, School Vaccination Clinics Are Slow Going
Cutting off jobless benefits early may have hurt state economies.
E.P.A. to Block Pesticide Tied to Neurological Harm in Children
Western Drought Will Last Into Fall or Longer
North American Post
A-Bomb Survivor A Message from a Life Saved: Take Off, My Dream!
Olympian
About to lose unemployment benefits next month? Washington won’t keep the program going
School workers included in WA state vaccine requirement; masks are back for everyone
Thurston County workers may have to get vaccinated or test weekly to retain their jobs
Despite the rise in COVID cases, the state fair will still go on. Bring a mask
Netted and tagged with a tracker this so-called ‘murder hornet’ led the state to its nest
Here’s how Washington Tribes are updating their COVID measures
Peninsula Daily News
Clallam County hits another record with virus case rate
Puget Sound Business Journal
Remaining Boeing 747 production hits single digits
Facebook rolls out virtual meetings platform as companies grapple with hybrid work
NASA, SpaceX agree to pause on lunar lander contract after Blue Origin lawsuit
New college disclosures highlight years of enrollment declines, schools in distress heading into pandemic
Seattle Times
Editorial: As police reforms hit resistance, law-enforcement leaders need to step up
Skagit Valley Herald
Reps. Larsen, DelBene talk American Rescue Plan Act
Mount Vernon event to provide COVID-19 vaccine information in Spanish
South Seattle Emerald
State mandates vaccinations for school system employees, expands mask-wearing indoors
Opinion: We need the flexibility gig work promises and basic rights
We can be heroes: The summer blood shortage and why it’s vital for bipoc to donate
‘Hai! Japantown 2021’: Honoring the past and reviving the present
Opinion: From Somalia to Afghanistan, we stand with our newest neighbors
Spokesman Review
Spokane’s Monroe Street Bridge focal point for suicide, mental health awareness
The statewide mask mandate is back for everyone, but there are some exceptions. Here’s where you need to wear a mask in Washington
Opinion: Nicholas Goldberg: We can’t blame the unmasked and unvaccinated for being irresponsible? Really?
Tri-City Herald
‘Just getting tired.’ Kadlec employees plan picket after months with no contract
Prestigious NASCAR-style event will launch NW’s newest raceway in Tri-Cities
‘Explosive growth’ in Tri-Cities COVID cases called ‘a crisis.’ Vaccinated people at risk
Benton Franklin Fair events kick off with Tri-Cities parade. Here’s what to expect
Historic link made from $17B Hanford treatment plant to radioactive tank waste
Coalition wants Oregon governor to deny Easterday dairy permit near Tri-Cities
Update: Health officials recommend canceling the Benton Franklin Fair, other large events
Walla Walla Union Bulletin
Providence medical center in Walla Walla names new officer
Walla Walla teen allegedly molested by unfamiliar woman on her front porch
School officials: vaccine mandate presents challenge to small districts in Walla Walla area
Yakima Herald Republic
With Yakima Valley Memorial nearly full, doctors urge people to wear masks and get vaccinated
Broadcast
KING5 TV (NBC)
US extends COVID-19 border restrictions with Canada, Mexico through Sept. 21
COVID-19 testing demand in King County doubles amid delta variant spread
Pierce County pharmacy continues push to get people vaccinated against COVID-19
Washington’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate among strictest in the US. Here’s who is exempt
Washington hospitals nearing capacity, seeing largest number of COVID-19 patients ever
KIRO7 TV (CBS)
Wazzu’s Rolovich says he intends to follow vaccine mandate
Capitol standoff: Man who claimed to have bomb outside Library of Congress surrenders
US to erase student debt for those with severe disabilities
FBI Seattle launches campaign for awareness, reporting of hate crimes
KOMO4 TV (ABC)
State entomologists find Asian giant hornet nest, plan to eradicate it next week
Washington frontline workers feeling effects of battling fifth wave of COVID-19 surge
Delta variant raises concerns for large events
Large gatherings fueling COVID-19 surge, hospitalizations at all-time high
Gig Harbor cancels remaining summer events amid COVID-19 surge
‘Tremendous volume of patients’ puts Longview hospital at max capacity
Seattle nears record number of fires set at homeless camps this year
KNKX FM
Duwamish River Cleanup Coalition calls on EPA to maintain standards set in 2014
KUOW FM
COULD A NEW FISH PASSAGE SYSTEM HELP SNAKE RIVER SALMON?
At WA Ferries, vaccine mandate looms amidst ‘unprecedented’ worker shortages
Covid blog: Pandemic updates for the NW
KXLY (ABC)
COVID-19 hospitalization surge, staffing shortages push hospitals to their limits
Firefighters across the area potentially quitting over vaccine mandate
Q13 TV (Fox)
Teacher against the state’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate plans to claim exemption
Officials: COVID filling hospital beds statewide while vaccine newcomers come around
COVID-19 or RSV? Symptoms parents should watch for in kids
Web
Crosscut
Decolonizing your plate
Descolonizar el plato
More mosquitoes in WA could come with hotter, longer summers
MyNorthwest
US extends ban on non-essential travel across Canadian border
New hotel spaces fuel 132% increase in Seattle homeless shelter referrals
Washington’s new mask mandate takes effect Monday: Here’s what you need to know
Shoreline woman charged in hate crime arrested, held on bail
First Asian giant hornet nest of 2021 found east of Blaine
Police arrest woman for breaking court order protecting Seattle mayor
Despite delta variant, fall travel expected to take off, says local analyst
WSU football coach could face choice between getting vaccinated or losing his job
Ms. Magazine
Reforming Law Enforcement Training Could Reduce The High Rate of Sexual Assault Case Attrition (Orwall)
Slog
Washington Superintendent Basically Tells Brandi Kruse that Teachers Can Easily Lie Their Way Out of Inslee’s New Vaccine Mandate
Seattle and Washington State Scramble to Assist Afghan Refugees