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Washington DNR closing public lands to hiking, fishing, hunting
Add Ahtanum State Forest and Teanaway Community Forest to the list of places you can't go due to COVID-19. If you decide to get some fresh air and go for a hike in one those forests, in Yakima County and…
Airlines are doing away with middle seats and beverage service
New York (CNN Business) Fliers in the United States have gotten used to bringing their own food, but now they'll have to bring their own beverages, too. Major US airlines are implementing substantial changes to the few free things passengers…
Hundreds line up to receive emergency food boxes from Second Harvest
PASCO, Wash. – Second Harvest is making sure hundreds of local families have food on the table as they hunker down at home, many of them presumably out of work, during the COVID-19 crisis. On Tuesday, the nonprofit held a…
Tri-Cities Food Bank sees 40% drop in grocery store donations during coronavirus outbreak
KENNEWICK, Wash. -- As people flock to grocery stores and clear the shelves during the coronavirus outbreak, they may be taking from those that are truly need. “The hoarding hurt,” said Howard…
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Walla Walla County receives first positive COVID-19 case
WALLA WALLA, Wash -- Health officials on Saturday confirmed the first positive COVID-19 test in Walla Walla. The Walla Walla resident in his 40s is under home isolation for 14 days until he is fever free for 72-hours. The case…
Richland business still offering bike, kayak rentals during coronavirus outbreak
RICHLAND, Wash. -- A Richland business may be able to help keep the community from going stir-crazy during the COVID-19 outbreak, as many are practicing social distancing or working from home. Greenies, located in The Parkway, is still open and…
4 coronavirus cases, 1 death in Tri-Cities area
TRI-CITIES, Wash. - Two more residents in the Tri-Cities area have tested positive for coronavirus, according to the Benton-Franklin Health District. The new cases involve a Franklin County man in his 40s who is recovering at home and Benton County…
Virus claims University of Washington pathology professor
SEATTLE (AP) — A longtime University of Washington pathology professor considered a titan in his field is among those killed by the novel coronavirus disease. The school’s Pathology Department announced Dr. Stephen Schwartz’s death Wednesday, saying on Twitter that he…
Gov. Inslee issues eviction ban, offers help as more deaths reported
Washington Governor Jay Inslee on Wednesday issued a statewide moratorium on evictions and announced more assistance for those unemployed due to COVID-19 as health officials released information on more deaths in the state from the coronavirus. State health officials…
Not working due to coronavirus? Check here for WA benefits
Washington workers: if you've lost work, may lose work, or have been laid off in Washington state due to coronavirus, you may be able to get unemployment benefits. The Washington State Employment Security Department has new, emergency rules to help…
One mask a day for doctors in virus epicenter of Washington
ISSAQUAH, Wash. (AP) — Two doctors in Washington state, which leads the U.S. in coronavirus deaths, have tested positive for the disease as hospitals scramble to make due with a shortage of masks and other equipment needed to keep them…
US coronavirus death toll tops 100 and doctors warn hospitals are unprepared for continuing surge
(CNN) As the US reached bleak milestones in the coronavirus outbreak -- all 50 states now have cases and deaths top 100 nationwide -- health officials say that the American healthcare system may not be prepared for what comes next if residents don't…
Washington lawmakers visit PNNL to learn about scientists’ efforts to fight COVID-19 outbreak
RICHLAND, Wash. -- Washington lawmakers paid a visit to the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory in Richland where scientists are using their expertise to come up with new ways to help fight the COVID-19 outbreak. Congressman Dan Newhouse, State Senator Sharon…
We’re here for you: KAPP-KVEW explains our coverage of the coronavirus
As this new virus – and the reactionary fallout – spreads to new places in Washington and Oregon, we are utilizing traditional means (TV newscasts, YakTriNews.com, KAPP-KVEW Local News Facebook page) and creating new pathways for you to receive important…
WATCH: Washington officials give COVID-19 update
https://vimeo.com/397518720 KING COUNTY, Wash . - Washington officials are expected to update the public on the COVID-19 situation at a press conference Monday morning at 11 a.m. You can watch the press conference live above. For more on the coronavirus…
Millions across the US wake up to massive shutdowns to curb spread of coronavirus
The end of a weekend spent indoors, away from neighbors, friends, and communities of worship, will not bring relief to Americans on Monday as they face a slew of new restrictions designed to curb the spread of coronavirus. More than…
