Washington Dept. of Health urges patience as state nears reopening
Washington is close to reaching its 70 percent vaccination goal.
Author: Maher Kawash
Washington inching closer to vaccination goal, lifting most COVID-19 restrictions
Washington is on pace to completely reopen ahead of the state's June 30 target date.
Spokane Public Schools hosts graduations at Riverfront Park Pavilion this weekend
SPS has six graduations scheduled for this weekend at the Pavilion.
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‘This is an amazing moment in our state’; Washington on the verge of reopening
The state has given one shot of the COVID-19 vaccine to 64% of people 16 and older in Washington, meaning we're just 6% away from reaching the goal to reopen the state. Once that happens, almost all COVID-19 restrictions will be lifted.
Loved ones remember 19 year-old girl killed in Highway 395 crash
One of three teenagers killed in Monday's Highway 395 crash has been identified as 19-year-old Jasmine Cogswell.
Spokane County’s rural neighborhoods falling behind South Hill, other areas in vaccinations
Vaccination rates are twice as high around the South Hill compared to rural parts of Spokane County.
Washington pushes for more vaccinations ahead of reopening later this month
Getting vaccinated now will fully protect you from COVID-19 by the Fourth of July.
The path to reopening: 63 percent of Washington adults received first dose of vaccine
Once 70% of adults start their vaccine process, Washington will fully reopen.
Level 1 evacuation issued for residents of Chelan
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Sense of normalcy returns to Main Avenue and its businesses ahead of Memorial Day weekend
For the first time in a year and a half, downtown Spokane feels quite normal again.
Malden continues to recover from devastating wildfire, residents set eyes on new post office
Malden is still in its early stages of recovering from a devastating wildfire, even 262 days later.
4 News Now Q&A: Answering your questions about myocarditis
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Eastern Washington University to offer one year of free tuition to one vaccinated student
The incentives are growing each day to get vaccinated, and EWU is stepping up with free tuition.
Spokane Co. health officials prepare vaccine campaigns to encourage shots among younger people
Younger people have been responsible for a majority of cases reported to this point. That's why the Spokane Regional Health District is about to launch some special advertising to show those people why it's worth it to get their shot.
Vaccine clinics critical for Washington’s push to vaccinate 70 percent of adults
If 70 percent of adults in Washington receive one dose of the vaccine, the state can fully reopen.
Where the CDC says it’s safe for vaccinated Americans to ditch masks
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“It’s not just about you”: WA Secretary of Health says vaccinations allow return to normalcy
70 percent of Washingtonians need to at least start the vaccine process for the state to fully reopen.
CDC approves Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for 12–15 year-olds
The Western States Scientific Group now needs to approve the change for kids in Washington get the vaccine.
Microchip shortage could hike up cost of your next vacation
A shortage of microchips is impacting electronics, appliances and cars at dealerships and rental agencies.
Facebook group helps Washingtonians get vaccinated as demand dwindles statewide
Washington's vaccination efforts are hitting a speed bump. The supply isn't the issue—it's the demand.
Washington Dept. of Health hopes two-week pause pushes people to get vaccinated
Washington counties have two weeks to drive down COVID-19 cases and get more people vaccinated.
Move back to Phase 2 could cause setbacks for youth, high school sports
A fourth wave of infections is likely forcing Spokane County and many others back to Phase 2 next week.
Local universities consider requiring student, staff vaccinations next fall
We know younger people, specifically teens and 20-year-olds, are spreading COVID-19 more than any other age group.
‘This is a bump in the road’: Spokane County likely headed back to Phase 2 next week
Despite the increasing vaccinations and hope that comes with each shot, Spokane and several other counties in Washington will likely move back to Phase 2 next week.
CDC says fully vaccinated people can ditch masks while outside
If you're fully vaccinated, you can ditch that face mask when you're outside, but the recommendation comes with some conditions.
Experts push for younger people to get vaccinated as rising cases likely forcing Spokane County back to Phase 2
Spokane is desperate to vaccinate its younger population, because those people are putting the county at severe risk of falling back to Phase 2.
Studies show wearing a mask outside may not be necessary
Less than 10 percent of COVID-19 transmission happens outdoors.
Spokane refugees anxiously awaiting policy change from Biden administration
Spokane refugees are hoping for Biden administration to reunite them with loved ones by increasing the U.S. limit.
Washington pushes for 90,000 daily vaccinations as younger people drive up COVID-19 infections
Younger people are driving up COVID-19 infections across the U.S., and that's why Washington is striving for 90,000 daily vaccinations in hopes of avoiding a fourth wave.
Why doctors say it’s safe and necessary to vaccinate your teenage kids
Vaccinating teens may help Washington and Idaho avoid a fourth wave of coronavirus
Washington opens up eligibility to all adults on ‘Vax Day’ as experts worry of fourth coronavirus wave
Today's the day we've all been waiting for—'Vax Day.' Everyone 16 and older in Washington are now eligible to get the COVID-19 vaccine, and Governor Inslee is urging all adults to do just that.
Younger people driving possible COVID-19 surge as Washington prepares to open up vaccine eligibility
On the eve of Washington allowing all adults to get the COVID-19 vaccine, health experts also have their eyes on a potential fourth wave of infections.
Unlike national trend, UK coronavirus variant not spreading much in Washington
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Younger people driving new COVID-19 infections, may cause fourth wave in Washington
About 56% of Spokane County's COVID-19 cases in the last two weeks come from people younger than 40.
CDC: Vaccinated Americans are safe to travel again
The CDC announces travel changes for vaccinated Americans during a spring break travel surge.
What the CDC says you can do once you’re fully vaccinated
The vaccines control our path forward, but life doesn't quite look normal yet for those who are fully vaccinated.
Spokane County’s COVID numbers have hit a ‘plateau,’ but cases are rising among college students
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Ferris High School grad leads Oregon State on NCAA Tournament run
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Spokane International Airport prepares for spring break travel surge
The TSA has screened more than 1 million travelers across the U.S. each day over the last two weeks.
‘I couldn’t wait to get that shot’: WA agriculture workers find relief in COVID-19 vaccine
Agriculture workers at the Washington Asparagus Commission rushed to get vaccinated as soon as they became eligible.
Washington DNR hopes to add world’s largest firefighting plane to arsenal
The Washington Department of Natural Resources hopes to add the world's largest firefighting aircraft to its arsenal.
Washington launches vaccine locator tool to help you find an appointment
It's getting easier for you to find a vaccine appointment in Washington.
Year in the Bubble: The evolving front lines of this pandemic
Doctors and nurses on the front lines knew they had to get ready for the worst, but even they didn't think it would last this long.
Pregnant women, essential workers now eligible for the COVID vaccine in Washington
The COVID-19 vaccines are slowly helping us get past this year in the bubble, and tonight, more people in Washington are now eligible to get the vaccine.
COVID-19 vaccines reducing spread, severity of the virus across Spokane County
Just eight people older than 80 in Spokane Co. were infected with COVID-19 between March 7 and March 13.
Year in the Bubble: Marking one year since shutdowns hit the US
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Health experts grapple with vaccine misinformation, hesitancy to get shots
Research shows 33% of adults between 18-29 want to wait and see others get the vaccine before they do.
‘We’re doing well’; Vaccines limiting COVID-19 spread among Washington’s older population
Only 18 people over age 70 in Spokane County were infected by COVID-19 between February 28 and March 6, a stark contrast to earlier in the pandemic.
Spokane Valley crash injures two people, deputies currently investigating
A white pickup truck ended up in someone's front yard after a car crash in Spokane Valley. Two people were sent to the hospital with serious injuries, and now deputies are investigating one of them for drug use.
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