News
DOH launches new telehealth option to expand COVID-19 treatment access
Inunsured Washingtonians will now have access to free telehealth consultations and treatment.
Business
Studio East brings back StoryBook Theater in the Park for a second year
Free performances will take place in Kirkland, Bellevue, Renton, Duvall and Seattle.
News
Multi-city energy efficiency program, Energy Smart Eastside, launches
From July 26- September 27, five 1-hour online workshops will take place.
News
July proclaimed as Juvenile Rehabilitation Staff Appreciation Month
DCYF’s Juvenile Rehabilitation system serves over 700 youth throughout the state.
News
Third round of Pandemic EBT to arrive in late July for eligible families
The DSHS benefits program assists school-aged children facing food insecurity.
News
988 national suicide, crisis hotline to launch soon
The three-digit calling code goes live July 16.
News
King County Sheriff’s Office to implement changes on public safety deliverance
Sheriff Patti Cole-Tindall will begin implementing new changes to the agency in September.
News
Sexual assault advocates speak out about loss of bodily autonomy following Roe v. Wade decision
According to the CDC, 15% of rape assaults across the nation result in pregnancy.
News
Federal government announces monkeypox vaccine distribution to WA
State has been allotted 398 courses of the 2-dose JYNNEOS monkeypox vaccine.
Northwest
The falling of Roe v. Wade: Through the eyes of a local abortion access hotline volunteer
The Northwest Abortion Access Fund (NWAAF) is already receiving calls from people in Texas and Louisiana.
News
Dr. Faisal Khan appointed as next King County health director
Dennis Worsham will continue to serve as interim director until September 6.
News
King County approves emergency grant after U.S. Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
Washington is expecting an influx of people seeking abortions from out of state.
Business
Washington ranks 13th in State LGBTQ+ Business Climate Index
Washington’s lowest score was 13 out of 20 points in the Work Environment and Employment section.