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Monday, Nov. 15

Big demand for appointments as kids begin to get vaccinated
Six-year-old Duke winced as he got his first COVID-19 vaccine shot last weekend. Luckily, his older brother Gage, sporting an Iron Man shirt, was there to hold his hand. Gage, Duke and 9-year-old Kane were champs, mom Hollie Peterson said. “Their arms weren’t even sore.” After 20 months of living in a pandemic, the three quick jabs at their long-time pediatrician’s office felt like a step toward normalcy, Peterson said. The pandemic has gutted the Snohomish family’s schedule once packed with sports practices. Continue reading at The Everett Herald. (Kevin Clark)

Washington state’s trial against 3 major opioid distributors opens Monday in Seattle
The trial for Washington’s lawsuit against the three largest distributors of prescription opioids in the state will open Monday morning with Attorney General Bob Ferguson giving opening remarks in King County Superior Court. The lawsuit accuses the three distribution companies — McKesson Corp., Cardinal Health Inc. and AmerisourceBergen Drug Corp. — of shipping vast amounts of oxycodone, fentanyl and other painkillers into Washington and failing to comply with requirements that they identify suspicious orders that could be diverted to the illegal drug market and report them to law enforcement. Continue reading at The Seattle Times. (Ted S. Warren)

Rising grocery prices challenge Puget Sound food banks
Grocery prices keep rising, and that’s creating challenges for local food banks as they prepare for the holidays. Northwest Harvest says more people seek assistance when costs increase. “We know that these households are being thrifty and making the decisions that are right for their households, but what it means is that they are having to choose between food and other essentials, choices that none of us would ever want to have to make,” said Christina Wong, director of public policy and advocacy. Continue reading at KING 5.

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Associated Press
State lawmaker ill with COVID-19 in El Salvador (Rule, Shewmake)
King County judge upholds Port of Seattle’s vaccine mandate
Fraudsters siphon $830,000 meant for homelessness nonprofit
Washington seeks over $38 billion from opioid distributors
Key reason for supply shortages: Americans keep spending
$62 million award in suit over toxic chemicals at Monroe school
‘Watered-down hope’: Experts wanted more from climate pact
Biden to sign $1T infrastructure bill Monday

Aberdeen Daily World
Fishers released at Olympic National Park to boost species’ restoration
Interactive local flood control project map unveiled

Bainbridge Island Review
Opinion: Conservatives phony on Critical Race Theory

Bellingham Herald
Nooksack floodwaters near Sumas, Whatcom school districts closed as record rain falls
Loss of K9 leaves large hole for Whatcom County search and rescue community and her family
Do you need to signal in a turn-only lane? The law says yes, and it’s just plain helpful
New Puget Sound report finds these ‘red flags’ toward environmental recovery goals
There are the roads, schools closed by Nooksack River flooding in Whatcom County
Blaine hopes to continue rebound with reopened border, but these rules still hurt
Whatcom surpasses 16,000 confirmed COVID cases and sees another death reported Friday
Here’s how many Whatcom County seniors have gotten an additional COVID vaccination dose
Ferndale legislator ailing with COVID in El Salvador (Shewmake, Rule)
Watch the Nooksack Indian Tribe’s Veterans Day ceremony

Capital Press
Scope of wolf protection in hands of judge
WAR ON STRIPE RUST: Scientist leads PNW battle against devastating wheat disease
As winter nears, La Nina grows stronger
Plea made for northeast Washington rancher to join wolf group
Ag exporter grapples with port delays

Columbian
Video shows what earthquake would do to Interstate 5 Bridge
Opinion: In Our View: We must learn to manage COVID-19 sensibly
Opinion: In Our View: Inslee veto ruling underscores checks, balances
Opinion: Cheers & Jeers: Less litter; event was garbage
Opinion: In Our View: Roadblocks remain at U.S.-Canada border

Everett Herald
Big demand for appointments as kids begin to get vaccinated
Snohomish County looks to swap vehicles for electric ones
Architects unveil new details for Baker Heights housing site
After confrontation at Monroe High, community grapples with racism
Many public school employees are exempt from getting vaccine
What we know: Washington coronavirus outbreak at a glance
Comment: State prisoners need chance to earn earlier release
Comment: Juan Peralez: Third party needed to represent those ignored
Comment: Sid Roberts: We need to be our own online content moderators
Bloomberg Comment: For climate projects alone, spending bill must pass
WaPo Comment: It’s not just Facebook; colleges using algorithms, too
WaPo Comment: Cops who don’t vaccinate betray their oath to protect
Editorial: County jumpstarts its switch to electric vehicles

The Facts Newspaper
Mayor Durkan Statement on City Council Draft Budget
Statement from Seattle Mayor-Elect Bruce Harrell on City Council’s Proposed Budget

High Country News
Bringing the fight against dams to COP26

The Inlander
As Spokane adds permanent shelter space, homeless advocates worry it’s still not enough for winter

Issaquah Reporter
King County Flood Control District approves $1.3 million to prevent flooding of Issaquah Creek

Kitsap Sun
$7 million in funds for mental health allocated to organizations in Kitsap County

News Tribune
Pierce County park with 160 acres is getting dog park, nature play area, trail upgrades
Editorial: How a hotel-turned-shelter can inform Pierce County’s new approach to affordable housing
Editorial: Pierce County pediatricians agree: Children should be vaccinated against COVID-19
Op-Ed: Replacing snow days with remote learning is worth considering. I should know. I’m a teacher

Olympian
Wet and windy forecast could spell trouble for Tacoma, Olympia areas Monday morning
Most Thurston County workers have complied with new COVID-19 vaccine policy
New Puget Sound report finds these ‘red flags’ toward environmental recovery goals
Inslee appoints state Senator to replace Secretary of State Wyman starting Nov. 22
Port of Olympia punts on sale of hotel Housing Authority wants for senior housing

Peninsula Daily News
Football team COVID-19 cluster reported
Enchanted Valley chalet meeting Monday
EYE ON CLALLAM: County considers money for Black Ball Ferry Line

Port Townsend Leader
Jefferson County workers to get COVID hazard pay
Two small COVID outbreaks discovered in local students

Puget Sound Business Journal
Tacoma council overhauls tax break program for apartment developers
‘We have the workforce we have’: Hospitality group CEO warns labor shortage isn’t going to fix itself

Seattle Times
With inflation on the rise, here’s what’s gone up in price in Seattle, and what hasn’t
Large events in Washington state now require proof of COVID vaccination or a recent negative test
Washington state’s trial against 3 major opioid distributors opens Monday in Seattle
A King County nonprofit raises all staff salaries to $70,000 minimum. Will more organizations follow?
Inslee prods, orders amid latest COVID pandemic surge: ‘We can get on top of this virus’ (Billig)

Skagit Valley Herald
Rain to bring serious flooding to Skagit County; Hamilton residents urged to evacuate
County commissioners get update on economic recovery plan

Washington Post
Stephen Bannon surrenders after he was indicted on charges of contempt of Congress
Five big takeaways from COP26
Biden to propose 20-year drilling ban around Chaco Culture National Historical Park, a sacred tribal site
Why Facebook won’t let you control your own news feed

Whidbey News-Times
Port commissioners pass industrial development

Yakima Herald-Republic
It Happened Here: Longtime Yakima businessman earns Congressional Gold Medal
Vacant apartments remain scarce in Yakima County with a 1.1% vacancy rate
Opinion: Local officials bite the hands that feed them

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KING 5 TV (NBC)
Monday is child tax credit pay day: What to do if it doesn’t show up
Rising grocery prices challenge Puget Sound food banks
Washington going to trial in largest public health lawsuit in state history
Low-income families could get $1,800 per child Dec. 15, but must register immediately

KIRO 7 TV (CBS)
Flood warnings continue with high winds, heavy rain in forecast
Siren blares, alerting Hamilton residents to evacuate due to flooding concerns
Schools closed or delayed in Western Washington
Power outages around Western Washington
2 potential flood events raising concerns in Skagit County
Fraudsters siphon $830,000 meant for homelessness nonprofit
Judge upholds Port of Seattle vaccine mandate
Pierce County crews rescue two people from White River
Washington lawmaker stuck in El Salvador with COVID, pleads with colleagues for help
Bannon indicted on contempt charges for defying 1/6 subpoena

KOMO 4 TV (ABC)
Sounder N Line train cancelled Monday because of landslide risk

KNKX Public Radio
Rain, floods prompt Coast Guard rescues in Pacific Northwest
How the Texas ban on most abortions is harming survivors of rape and incest
A lottery could determine the fate of Biden’s vaccine rule for 84 million workers

KUOW Public Radio
Jayapal trumpets infrastructure bill passage, predicts success for Build Back Better
Covid blog: Updates for Seattle and the Northwest

KXLY (ABC)
Spokane Public Libraries to reopen Monday following emergency closures
94% of all WSU employees have been vaccinated against COVID-19
Proof of vaccination required at all large events in Washington starting Monday

Q13 TV (FOX)
Proof of vaccination or negative COVID test at large indoor and outdoor events starts Monday

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Civic Skunk Works
The High Price of High Prices

Crosscut
Yakima Valley plastics industry is seeking to replace … plastics
Climate and quality-of-life activists find common ground at Boeing Field

The Stranger
Mosqueda Brings Durkan’s Budget Back to Reality With Cuts to SPD

West Seattle Blog
Wind alert extended, Highland Park Way reopens, power restored

Friday, Nov. 12

Amtrak to resume service on bypass 4 years after derailment
Amtrak Cascades will resume service Nov. 18 on the Point Defiance bypass between Tacoma and Olympia, nearly four years after a deadly derailment there. The first train to use the bypass is scheduled to leave Seattle at 7:22 a.m. and arrive at the new Tacoma Dome station at 8:08 a.m., according to an Amtrak statement. The first northbound train will leave Eugene, Oregon, at 5:30 a.m., stop in Portland and arrive in Tacoma at 10:54 a.m., The Seattle Times reported. Continue reading at The Associated Press. (National Transportation Safety Board)

Gov. Inslee names state Sen. Steve Hobbs as new secretary of state
Gov. Jay Inslee announced Wednesday that he has named state Sen. Steve Hobbs as Washington’s new secretary of state. Hobbs is replacing Kim Wyman, who left the position to take on an election security role in the Biden administration. Hobbs has served as a Democratic state senator for the 44th legislative district in Mill Creek since 2007. Continue reading at KIRO 7.

‘It’s kind of heartbreaking’: Teachers, tutors see pandemic’s affect on students’ learning
Local students have been back in the classroom for two months. Though they have to wear masks and social distance, it is looking a little closer to normal. That, however, doesn’t mean they’re caught up. The pandemic has affected kids mentally and also in their learning. Technology has been both a positive and negative part of learning these past 20 months. Some students have thrived learning through a screen, while others have struggled. Continue reading at KXLY.

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Associated Press
State Sen. Steve Hobbs appointed WA secretary of state
Gov. Jay Inslee overstepped veto authority, state Supreme Court rules
Amtrak to resume service on bypass 4 years after derailment
Seattle’s Incoming Mayor Criticizes Proposed Police Cuts
$62 million award in suit over toxic chemicals at Monroe school

Auburn Reporter
Auburn School District is trying to solve substitute teacher shortage

Bellevue Reporter
Sen. Steve Hobbs named secretary of state
King County business owner leads QAnon gathering in Dallas to see return of JFK Jr.
Opinion: Public safety takes centerstage in local elections
Opinion: Washington’s secretary of state leaves big shoes to fill

Bellingham Herald
Cases among school-age residents spur COVID infection rate growth in two Whatcom regions
How new Lake Whatcom data could help predict the region’s next big earthquake

Everett Herald
Sen. Steve Hobbs of Lake Stevens named secretary of state (Lovick)
4 noteworthy changes in Snohomish County’s 2022 budget
‘A sharp kick in the wallet’: Lake Stevens to pay safety fines
What we know: Washington coronavirus outbreak at a glance
Comment: Their crosses to bear now a memorial for their own
Bloomberg Comment: Wages are going up, but they’re not driving inflation
WaPo Comment: Democrats can talk effectively on race; Biden does
WaPo Comment: Excusing violence as ‘patriotic’ has proved dangerous
WaPo Comment: Why mandates are working to drive up vaccinations
Editorial: What would you change about state’s tax system? (Frame)
Letter: We don’t have to accept carnage of gun violence

The Facts Newspaper
Ecology begins rulemaking for 2021 plastics law

Federal Way Mirror
Superintendent Pfeiffer delivers first State of Education address

Islands’ Weekly
USDA grant project to encourage new farmers

Kent Reporter
Kent to spend $2.2 million to replace 42 aging city vehicles

New York Times
COP26 Live Updates: Negotiators Race to Reach Climate Deal as Activists Demand Action
Who Has The Most Historical Responsibility for Climate Change?
The Supreme Court Tactic That Aims to Kill Affirmative Action
Biden to Choose Robert Califf to Lead F.D.A., Despite Drug Industry Ties

Peninsula Daily News
Another COVID-19 death reported

Puget Sound Business Journal
Employees have more leverage than ever. They’re making mental health a priority.
Here’s what’s on aerospace leaders’ minds as 2021 comes to a close
As inflation worries increase, this is not the time to take on more debt
Investors poured billions into Opportunity Zones. Compliance issues are looming.
Amazon, Alaska Airlines join effort to lower aircraft emissions
How PPP loans affected bank relationships with small businesses
Seattle City Council, mayor trade barbs over proposed police cuts
Opinion: Can Sound Transit manage our money? Don’t count on it.

Seattle Times
Substitute shortages, staff burnout lead to Seattle-area school cancellations
How Seattle plans to scale up its free community college program and help more students
How much will you pay into the WA Cares Fund? Estimate your lifetime contribution to Washington’s long-term care program
How a volunteer-led group in South King County is working to eliminate barriers to mental health care
Washington politicians promote state climate laws at Glasgow UN summit (Carlyle)
Sen. Das: What an EV road trip says about Washington’s readiness
Sen. Saldana: Latinx community needs fair redistricting map

Skagit Valley Herald
Sedro-Woolley City Council rejects property tax increase
Legislators give update on ferry service disruptions, propose solutions (Lovelett, Lekanoff, Ramel)

Yakima Herald-Republic
Audits show Wapato still struggling with financial issues
COVID trends plateau in Washington state as other respiratory viruses gain steam
Two maps under review could increase Latino representation in Yakima City Council districts
Where to get kids COVID vaccines in Yakima County
Comment: Why Washington needs a Latino majority legislative district for Yakima
Comment: The rise in school shooting threats is alarming — and a cry for help

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KIRO 7 TV (CBS)
More than 100 businesses falling short on proof of vaccination requirement
Seattle Public Schools will launch virtual option for grades 6-12
Pioneer Square encampment cleared; Ballard, other neighborhoods waiting
Surprise Friday school closure leaves parents scrambling
Gov. Inslee names state Sen. Steve Hobbs as new secretary of state
Justices say Gov. Jay Inslee overstepped veto authority

KNKX Public Radio
Navy’s crucial Bremerton shipyard squeezed as vaccine deadline looms
Rail bypass near Tacoma reopens four years after fatal Amtrak derailment

KUOW Public Radio
Two Best Friends Walk Into a Pharmacy for Their Covid Vaccines
No school Friday for Seattle, Bellevue. Teachers say they are exhausted
Covid blog: Updates for Seattle and the Northwest
In a first, U.N. climate agreement could include the words ‘coal’ and ‘fossil fuels’
Activists urge world leaders to make immediate pollution cuts for a livable climate
How SARS-CoV-2 in American deer could alter the course of the global pandemic
Gov. Inslee appoints state Senator Steve Hobbs as new secretary of state

KXLY (ABC)
‘A let down’: Bus driver shortages cancel kids’ after school activities
‘It’s kind of heartbreaking’: Teachers, tutors see pandemic’s affect on students’ learning
Officials destroy $3 million worth of pot on WA farms

Web

Crosscut
Climate and quality-of-life activists find common ground at Boeing Field
Post-election Seattle has housing density on the agenda
Gov. Inslee announces pick for Washington’s new Secretary of State (Hobbs, Nguyen, Lovick, Berg)
Opinion: Salmon, orca, and the soul of Seattle

Wednesday, Nov. 10

Black residents experience 5 times more force from sheriff’s department, says new Pierce County report
Pierce County’s first report looking at use of force incidents by the sheriff’s department has been published. The study found Black residents experienced more than five times as much force as white residents, leading to about 87 additional incidents each year. And even though Black residents make up 7% of the sheriff’s department service area, Black residents represented 23% of physical use of force incidents. Continue reading at KNKX Public Radio. (Courtesy Of Pierce County)

The real costs of child care in America
Child care in Washington state and in the U.S. is a broken economic system, according to providers and other experts. The pieces just don’t fit, despite small and large efforts to fix the problem. Even care that meets only minimum licensing standards is too expensive for many parents, yet child care providers cannot pay their workers a living wage. Continue reading at InvestigateWest. (Dan DeLong)

Seattle and Bellevue schools cancel classes for students Friday due to lack of staff
The Seattle and Bellevue school districts have canceled classes on Friday for thousands of students in the Puget Sound area, citing staffing problems, substitute shortages and weather concerns as among the reasons to close down. Seattle Public Schools said in an email sent to families Tuesday that “We are aware of an unusually large number of SPS staff taking leave on Friday, and do not believe we have adequate personnel to open schools with the necessary environment for high-quality learning.” Continue reading at The Seattle Times. (Travis Ness)

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Aberdeen Daily World
Aberdeen, Hoquiam school bus drivers desperately needed

Bellevue Reporter
King County councilmember proposes a public comment period before county establishes homeless shelters

Bellingham Herald
Bellingham man suspected of hate crime, allegedly yells anti-Semitic slurs at neighbor
Bellingham mayor urges tax to fund climate change programs
How many Canadian friends did Whatcom welcome back after the border reopened on Monday?
More than 1 in 3 COVID cases in Whatcom County last week were in residents younger than 20

Columbian
Cantwell: Interstate 5 Bridge ‘big thing’ for federal infrastructure funds
Opinion: In Our View: Plastics problem continues to grow
Opinion: In Our View: Get involved in Interstate 5 Bridge replacement

Courier-Herald
Letter: Council member Smith should resign

Everett Herald
‘A sharp kick in the wallet’: Lake Stevens to pay safety fines
Governor’s 12-word veto went too far, Supreme Court rules
What we know: Washington coronavirus outbreak at a glance
Report: 11,000 Boeing workers seek vaccination exemptions
WaPo Comment: 100 years on, U.S. workers denied paid parental leave
WaPo Comment: For parents weighing risks of covid-19 vs. vaccine
Bloomberg Comment: The other shot that could save more lives than it is
Letter: Trump’s Big Lie is dividing nation

The Facts Newspaper
Ecology begins rulemaking for 2021 plastics law

Islands’ Weekly
Three-boat schedule remains; no reservations

New York Times
COP26 Live Updates: Draft of Climate Pact Aims to Speed the End Fossil Fuels
The Vaccine Mandate Kicks In at 100 Employees. What If You’re at 98?
How Public Preschool Can Help, and How to Make Sure It Doesn’t Hurt
Google loses appeal of $2.8 billion fine in E.U. antitrust case.
Pfizer Asks F.D.A. to Expand Booster Eligibility to All Adults

Peninsula Daily News
Peninsula airports receive funding
WHAT WE KNOW: Coronavirus outbreak at a glance
Outbreaks studied in care facility, school districts

Puget Sound Business Journal
Gates Foundation to invest up to $90M in vaccine maker Inventprise
Class action lawsuit filed in effort to block Washington long-term care tax
Seattle removes a second Pioneer Square homeless encampment
Report: Boeing vaccine exemption requests top 11,000

Seattle Medium
Senate Republicans Again Shoot Down John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act
Attorney General: State Sets New Record For Number Of Data Breaches And Ransomware Attacks
Policy Changes Provide Flexibility For Seattle Promise Program Students Facing Hardships Due To COVID
Strickland Calls On HHS To Reduce Barriers To Birth Control

Seattle Times
150 businesses in King County receive complaints over not complying with new COVID vaccine verification requirement
Seattle and Bellevue schools cancel classes for students Friday due to lack of staff
Seattle City Council, mayor and mayor-elect spar over proposed $10 million police cut
Amtrak service along Point Defiance Bypass to resume 4 years after deadly derailment
New UW study looks at how screens and exercise are affecting kids’ mental health during COVID-19 pandemic
Washington Supreme Court hears public records fight over Seattle police officers who attended rally before Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol attack
Editorial: Justice delayed for murdered and missing Indigenous women

Skagit Valley Herald
Anacortes City Council continues work on proposed $108 million budget
Sedro-Woolley School District to ask voters for replacement levy
Community Action testing new model for affordable housing

Sol De Yakima
Se publica mapa de redistribución de distritos para comisión en el condado de Yakima
Programa dará a estudiantes del Valle de Yakima admisión garantizada a 6 universidades
Nación Yakama será coanfitriona de primera reunión estatal sobre indígenas desaparecidos

South Seattle Emerald
Enduring lessons of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on the 60th anniversary of Seattle visit

South Whidbey Record
Forecast: A quadrupling of Paine Field passengers by 2040
Vaccine clinics set for kids under 5

Spokesman Review
Staffing shortages at DOT could mean closed roads, decreased service this winter
Why a divided Spokane City Council is holding off on two housing proposals
More vaccine clinics open up in Spokane, boosters available for some

Tri-City Herald
19,348 days. A family’s search for a Kennewick High grad MIA in Vietnam
Power cut to world’s largest radioactive waste plant near Richland. Here’s what happened
Benton County votes to boost mental health, detox services. It means a sales tax bump

Walla Walla Union Bulletin
State Secretary of Health visits Walla Walla Veterans Home
Walla Walla courthouse bomb scare delays local election results
Umatilla County reports 166th COVID-19 death
Walla Walla County Courthouse building evacuated after reports of bomb threat Tuesday

Washington Post
Earth’s peatlands store twice as much carbon as its forests. So will they be a ‘carbon bomb’ or a climate solution?
Prices climbed 6.2 percent in October compared with last year, the largest increase in 30 years, as inflation strains economy
Planes, trains and automobiles: It’s transport day at COP26. Here’s what you need to know.

Yakima Herald-Republic
New attendance requirement won’t affect Yakima Council member Jason White before his term is up in December
Washington state apple crop estimate decreases 5.3%
Yakima County to be awarded $48 million in federal coronavirus relief funds

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KING 5 TV (NBC)
Bellevue and Seattle public schools will be closed Friday due to staff shortage
School response to Halloween photo prompts student walkout at Duvall’s Cedarcrest High School
Amtrak service along Point Defiance Bypass resumes years after deadly derailment
Ballard residents frustrated with crime feel ignored by city council
Test trains now running on East Link light rail from Bellevue to Redmond
Boeing’s flying laboratory helping combat harmful emissions

KIRO 7 TV (CBS)
School districts canceling Friday classes due to staff shortages
Thanksgiving travel expected to rebound to near pre-pandemic levels
Kitsap County tornado warnings canceled, marine weather warning expires

KOMO 4 TV (ABC)
King County Council to mull plan to require public say before buying hotels for homeless
As cities grow, wastewater recycling gets another look

KNKX Public Radio
Inflation surges to its highest since 1990
Black residents experience 5 times more force from sheriff’s department, says new Pierce County report
Class action lawsuit filed against new WA long-term care tax
Washington Supreme Court to decide police privacy case related to Jan. 6 riot

KUOW Public Radio
No School Friday for Seattle, Bellevue. Teachers Say They Are Exhausted
Legal battle over identifying Seattle officers at pro-Trump rally preceding Jan. 6 insurrection continues
Covid blog: Updates for Seattle and the Northwest
What’s in the infrastructure bill for Seattle-area transit?
What’s in the infrastructure bill for WA
Tornado warning startles Kitsap County as severe weather strikes western Washington

KXLY (ABC)
Train services along bypass in western Washington set to restart years after deadly derailment
Class action lawsuit filed against new WA long-term care tax
Fallout from Washington’s vaccine mandate could affect winter driving

NW Public Radio
In New Climate Order, Inslee Says Washington State Vehicles To Plug In
Washington State And Oregon Considering More Tsunami Refuge Facilities Along Pacific Coast Following New Study

Q13 TV (FOX)
Seattle, Bellevue schools cancel class on Friday, citing staffing shortages

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Crosscut
New electricity project in WA takes a twist on hydropower
The real costs of child care in America
Opinion: What Inslee should look for when appointing a new WA secretary of state
Opinion: What the Seattle election results mean for progressives

MyNorthwest
Seattle, Bellevue school districts cancel classes Friday due to staff shortages
Amtrak service to resume on Point Defiance Bypass after 2017 derailment
King County councilmember wants notice before changing hotels into shelters
Seattle, Bellevue school districts cancel classes Friday due to staff shortages
Tornado warning in Kitsap County cancelled, still ‘threat of severe weather’
Gov. Inslee seeks to move state government to all-electric fleet of vehicles
Dozens of violent criminals that don’t make headlines are sentenced weekly in King County

Tuesday, Nov. 9

10 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine administered in Washington
More than 10 million doses of the COVID-19 have been administered in Washington since last December, the Department of Health announced Monday. As of Nov. 8, 79.6% of Washington residents 12 and older have received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine and 73.5% of people 12 and older are fully vaccinated. The state began administering the first COVID-19 vaccines back in mid-December 2020. Continue reading at KIRO 7.

New stimulus checks arrive next week – How much you’ll get and the future of the payments
The American Rescue Plan signed into law by President Joe Biden back in March sent a lot of money directly to the American people. It immediately sent at $1,400 payment to most Americans, after two other payments of $1,200 and $600. It also added other ways for people to get much-needed cash. One of the changes was the expanded federal Child Tax Credit. Continue reading at KOMO News.

‘We cannot rest.’ Low Latino COVID vaccine rates in Tri-Cities a worry
The Tri-Cities area has seen a substantial increase in the percentage of Hispanic residents vaccinated against COVID-19 since June, but rates locally and in the state continue to be too low, according to a new policy brief…The low rate is of particular concern because the Hispanic population across the state has been hit harder by COVID-19 than both non-Hispanic whites and also the state’s population as a whole. In general, counties in Eastern Washington had the lowest vaccination rates of Hispanics in the state, the policy brief said. Continue reading at Tri-City Herald. (Jennifer King)

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Associated Press
Trump used ‘faulty’ science to strip owl habitat protections
US reopens to international travel, allows happy reunions
Gov. Inslee signs executive order for electric fleet

Aberdeen Daily World
Ocean Shores Mayor Crystal Dingler dies

Bellingham Herald
The Canadian border is open, but packages are still stacked up in Blaine
‘Welcome back Canadian friends’ — U.S. reopens border after 597 days of COVID closure
Whatcom’s vaccinated residents see 3 deaths, higher COVID infection rate in late October
Gov. Jay Inslee rolls out these new Washington initiatives at U.N. climate talks

Everett Herald
Inslee: State agency vehicles must be all-electric by 2035
Updated: 2021 general election results for Snohomish County
What we know: Washington coronavirus outbreak at a glance
Bloomberg Comment: Climate change also altering our idea of sovereignty
Bloomberg Comment: An overlooked climate solution: Put cows on a diet
Editorial: It’s past time we ended twice-yearly time shift
Letter: Did state get short shrift in federal infrastructure package?
Letter: Child tax credit is reducing child poverty

High Country News
Ozone pollution is on the rise in the West

Peninsula Daily News
Coho returns to sailing route to Victoria
Virus case numbers holding steady on Peninsula

Puget Sound Business Journal
Congress passed its infrastructure bill. It ends this lucrative small business tax credit
Here’s what King County business owners are saying about vaccine verification order
Washington state to receive $10.7M from federal tourism recovery grant

Renton Reporter
After months of striking for a safe workplace, Cascade Behavioral Health workers reach a tentative agreement with management

Seattle Times
Seattle’s youngest students line up for COVID vaccines at school
Ballard High principal retaliated against student for questioning whether assignment was racist, investigation finds
Batten down the hatches: Seattle area is in for another round of heavy rain and strong winds
Most cargo containers vanished after falling overboard from ship near Victoria, B.C.
WaSeattle City Council considers nearly $50 million in budget amendments for mental health, including new crisis centeriting at Blaine for the border to open: Warm wishes, year-old packages and snowbirds
Seattle City Council considers nearly $50 million in budget amendments for mental health, including new crisis center
Johnson & Johnson breakthrough cases had a higher hospitalization rate compared with other COVID vaccines, Redmond startup finds
Opinion: Infrastructure plan makes historic investments in tribal coastal resiliency

Skagit Valley Herald
Skagit County to study impact of fully contained communities

Sol De Yakima
Pacific Power tendrá reunión en línea sobre plan de energía limpia el 10 de noviembre
Consulado móvil de México estará en Pasco del 19 al 21 de noviembre

South Seattle Emerald
Light rail in the Rainier Valley, 10 years later
OIG auditor certified cases without reviewing evidence, investigation reveals
White Center community frustrated by delayed response to fires
Opinion: Second-guessing ‘Woke City’ (Saldaña, Harris-Talley)

Spokesman Review
Spokane mayor finalizes $1.1 billion budget proposal; ball in council’s court
COVID-19 rental assistance rollout in Spokane spurs frustration, but few alternatives exist
Spokane native appointed to lead Small Business Administration in Northwest

Tribal Tribune
Tiny house project empowers Colville tribal youth
New San Poil Treatment Center holds grand opening

Tri-City Herald
Here’s what may be coming to this prime waterfront lot in Richland
Unlocking the mysteries of stars. More discoveries at Tri-Cities black hole observatory
‘We cannot rest.’ Low Latino COVID vaccine rates in Tri-Cities a worry
Hundreds in Benton County linked to 2nd data breach, says Washington AG report
Firefighters put out 2nd major fire this year at Tri-Cities apartment complex
6 COVID deaths reported in Tri-Cities this week. One was a teen. Another over 100

Walla Walla Union Bulletin
WWPD hosts second ‘Bridging the Gap’ education event Tuesday
Downtown Walla Walla added to National Register of Historic Places
College Place Public Schools collects food for Eden’s Pantry
Another Umatilla County resident reported dead with COVID-19

Washington Post
The infrastructure package puts $66 billion into rail. It could power the biggest expansion in Amtrak’s 50-year history.
Most Americans charged in Jan. 6 riot had no ties to far-right groups
House Jan. 6 committee issues subpoenas to 6 top Trump advisers, including pair involved in Willard hotel ‘command center’
Countries’ climate pledges built on flawed data, Post investigation finds

Yakima Herald-Republic
Economist notes shift in labor market, demographics for agribusiness in Yakima talk

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KING 5 TV (NBC)
International flights returning to Sea-Tac as US lifts foreign travel restrictions
UW research helps police arrest two ivory traffickers in Edmonds
Pandemic created the ‘most difficult’ challenges Washington State Patrol chief has faced
As border reopens, uncertainty surrounds Washington towns that rely on Canadian tourism

KIRO 7 TV (CBS)
Heavy wind, rain brings down trees, cuts power to thousands
Vaccine clinic opens at Seattle Children’s
Sen. Murray pushes help for renters in plan before Congress
10 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine administered in Washington
The unseen side of magic mushrooms, from moms to home growers
Police investigating threatening message made against Tahoma High School
US reopens land border with Canada
Seattle police recover ghost gun after felony arrest
Tacoma Housing Authority to open low-income housing waiting list for first time in 2 years

KOMO 4 TV (ABC)
New stimulus checks arrive next week – How much you’ll get and the future of the payments
BLM protesters march in Renton over racial profiling allegations
Washington state businesses react to U.S. reopening borders to international travel
10 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine administered in Washington state
Students speak out against local teacher for alleged inappropriate comments
COVID-19 antiviral pills won’t be a substitute for getting vaccinated, doctors caution

KNKX Public Radio
In new climate order, Inslee says Washington State vehicles to plug in
Happy reunions as U.S. reopens to international travel

KUOW Public Radio
Biden Safety Net Bill Could Be Better for Immigrants, Seattle Area Activists Say
How one Northwest tribe aims to keep its cool as its glaciers melt
Covid blog: Updates for Seattle and the Northwest

KXLY (ABC)
Washington passes milestone: 10 million COVID vaccine doses given
About 95 percent of state employees compliant with Inslee’s vaccine mandate

Q13 TV (FOX)
Border businesses say COVID-19 test requirement limits Canadian tourists

Web

MyNorthwest
Dozens of violent criminals that don’t make headlines are sentenced weekly in King County
Heavy wind, rain brings down trees with more gusty conditions on Tuesday
Corporate money wins Seattle in new form after sparking ire of voters in 2019
King County councilmember calls for task force amid dramatic spike in fatal overdoses
Reduced service on handful of Sound Transit express routes begins Monday
Seattle Public Schools opens 54 student COVID vaccine clinics
King County Councilmember Kathy Lambert concedes to challenger Sarah Perry
Western Washington University student identified as victim in Astroworld Festival tragedy
State Rep. Jayapal: ‘So much’ in infrastructure bill will benefit Washington
Seattle middle school students now eligible for free ORCA card

West Seattle Blog
City tees up next step toward taking ‘single-family zoning’ designation off the map
FAUNTLEROY FERRY TERMINAL: Where the planning process stands, with another advisory group meeting Tuesday

Monday, Nov. 8

After 19 months, U.S.-Canada border reopens Monday, but with caveats
After more than 19 months, the U.S.-Canada border is open. Beginning Monday, fully vaccinated travelers can now go to and from the U.S. and Canada. The Biden administration announced the loosening of restrictions last month. The COVID-19 pandemic forced the border closed in March 2020, leaving small communities whose economies rely on Canadians struggling. In Point Roberts, Washington, which is located on a peninsula of British Columbia, residents remained isolated from the rest of the state. Continue reading at The Spokesman-Review. (Tyler Tjomsland)

What the $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill means for Washington state
The House passed a $1.2 trillion bipartisan plan late Friday to rebuild roads and bridges, modernize public works systems and boost broadband internet, among other major improvements to the nation’s infrastructure. The legislation now goes to President Joe Biden for his signature. Once it is signed by Biden, the new law will have far-reaching effects in Washington state. Continue reading at KING 5.

Demand for vaccines for kids skyrocket after approval, doctors urge patience
Now that kids aged 5-11 are eligible to get a COVID-19 vaccine, demand for vaccinations for that age group is skyrocketing. But doctors said the supply is limited for now and urge parents to be patient. A shot of hope is just days away for the kiddos at Seattle Children’s Hospital. Continue reading at KOMO News.