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City leaders upset at county’s plan for quarantine facility in Kent | Update

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City leaders upset at county’s plan for quarantine facility in Kent | Update

King County releases details about purchase of Econo Lodge

FILE - This undated electron microscope image made available by the U.S. National Institutes of Health in February 2020 shows the Novel Coronavirus SARS-CoV-2. Also known as 2019-nCoV, the virus causes COVID-19. The sample was isolated from a patient in the U.S. (NIAID-RML via AP)

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Tenth coronavirus death reported in WA

Over 200 people are being supervised for possible virus exposure

COVID: Call before seeing a doctor, especially the elderly, asthmatic

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COVID: Call before seeing a doctor, especially the elderly, asthmatic

Those with underlying lung or immune system problems are more at risk for serious complications.

11 South King Fire members recognized for department promotions, employment

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11 South King Fire members recognized for department promotions, employment

Four members advance to rank of captain; CARES new hire welcomed to South King Fire.

Bloodworks Northwest reports drop in blood donations following coronavirus outbreak

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Bloodworks Northwest reports drop in blood donations following coronavirus outbreak

The blood bank has lost 143 donations since March 1.

Photo by Haley Ausbun. An electrician inspects one of the four rooms in the first modular unit that will be ready for those under quarantine for COVID-19, coronavirus.

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More than 100 quarantine rooms are planned for King County COVID-19 response

Locations for the facilities will include Seattle and White Center.

Coronavirus death toll rises to nine in Washington

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Coronavirus death toll rises to nine in Washington

Two individuals who died on Feb. 26 were found to have had the coronavirus; Harborview Medical Center staff…

The state coronavirus hotline is dropping calls

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The state coronavirus hotline is dropping calls

A state Department of Health spokesperson said their phone system is being overwhelmed.

Local immigration office closed due to COVID-19

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Local immigration office closed due to COVID-19

The Tukwila USCIS office will be closed for two weeks

Valley Medical Renton staff test positive for COVID-19

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Valley Medical Renton staff test positive for COVID-19

One staff member is at home recovering; 11 more tests are being examined.

Federal Way coffee shop employees robbed at gunpoint

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Federal Way coffee shop employees robbed at gunpoint

Suspect got away with the tip jar and the company’s tablet.

City staff discover public restroom turned into homeless sleeping area

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City staff discover public restroom turned into homeless sleeping area

The restroom had a strong odor of mildew, urine and feces; parks staff cleaned it up.

Family of firefighters fundraises to fight cancer

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Family of firefighters fundraises to fight cancer

South King Fire and Rescue’s 14-member team to particpate in the 29th annual LLS Firefighter Stairclimb at the…

At least two of the confirmed COVID-19 cases originated from the Life Care Center nursing facility in Kirkland. Samantha Pak/Sound Publishing

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State steps up response to coronavirus outbreak

Public health officials ask WA Legislature for $100 million.

Passengers on a King County Metro bus. File photo

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King County transit agencies say stay home if you’re sick

Metro and Sound Transit continue to operate normal routes for now.

Seattle & King County Public Health Official Dr. Jeff Duchin speaking at the press conference. Screenshot from press conference livestream

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14 coronavirus cases, including five deaths, in King County

County is in process of purchasing a motel intended for quarantine.

Bloodworks Northwest reassures community it’s safe to donate blood

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Bloodworks Northwest reassures community it’s safe to donate blood

Donors reminded to visit neighborhood donor centers and blood drives

A second person dies from COVID-19 in King County

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A second person dies from COVID-19 in King County

The total number of cases reaches 10 with two deaths

Coronavirus reaches Federal Way as USPS employee tests positive

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Coronavirus reaches Federal Way as USPS employee tests positive

The total number of cases in King County reaches 10 with two deaths.

First U.S. coronavirus death confirmed in King County at Kirkland hospital

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First U.S. coronavirus death confirmed in King County at Kirkland hospital

Two people tested positive for the virus at Evergreen Hospital. One died on Feb. 29.