Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Washington Sets $100 Cap On Insulin Copayments
226,300 Washingtonians need insulin to live. Now, a new law is making that life-saving medicine more affordable.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
- Seattle, WA
Charles started as Field Editor for Patch in May 2020, covering western Washington. He is based in Seattle. In the past, he has written for various TV news stations in Seattle, Reno, Nevada and Fairbanks, Alaska. He has also worked as a music critic, weatherman, and soccer referee.
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Seattle|News|
Washington Sues To Protect National Archives Building
The federal government is trying to sell the National Archives and Records Administration’s building in Seattle, but WA says that's illegal.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Flood Warning Issued For Western Washington Sunday
Forecasters predict one to three inches of rain in the lowlands, with up to eight inches of rain possible higher up.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Washington Coronavirus Week In Review
Pandemic restrictions have been prolonged, and the DOH is preparing to announce who will get the vaccine next. Catch up on the latest.
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Seattle|News|
2020 In Review: A Look Back At Washington's Top Stories
It has been an eventful year, to say the least. Here's a look back at all the stories that shaped our 2020.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Washington Formally Extends Eviction Moratorium
The governor has followed through on a plan announced last week to extend the statewide eviction moratorium through March.
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Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
7,800 Small Businesses To Receive Pandemic Relief Grants
In November, the governor announced $100 million in Working Washington Grants for businesses impacted by the pandemic.
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Seattle|News|
As Vaccines Arrive in Washington, DOH Prepares To Widen Scope
Now that Washington is receiving regular shipments of both COVID-19 vaccines, health officials are preparing to broaden distribution.
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Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Washington State Patrol Announces New Year's Eve DUI Patrols
WSP troopers are warning drivers: drive drunk, and you'll end up behind bars this holiday.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Inslee Extends Coronavirus Restrictions To Mid-January
The state's restrictions on indoor dining and bar service had been set to expire on Jan 4.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Washington's Minimum Wage Will Rise Friday
Though not as significant as the jump to $13.50 per hour that happened at the start of 2020, the minimum wage will increase for 2021.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Bonney Lake Forecast: Expect Wet Weather To Ring In The New Year
A trio of weather systems will mean wet weather in Washington through the new year, including a healthy dose of mountain snow by Thursday.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Lakewood-JBLM, WA|News|
Lakewood Forecast: Expect Wet Weather To Ring In The New Year
A trio of weather systems will mean wet weather in Washington through the new year, including a healthy dose of mountain snow by Thursday.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Gig Harbor Forecast: Expect Wet Weather To Ring In The New Year
A trio of weather systems will mean wet weather in Washington through the new year, including a healthy dose of mountain snow by Thursday.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
Puyallup Forecast: Expect Wet Weather To Ring In The New Year
A trio of weather systems will mean wet weather in Washington through the new year, including a healthy dose of mountain snow by Thursday.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Gig Harbor, WA|News|
Toxic Algae Advisory Lifted For Crescent Lake
The Tacoma - Pierce County Health Department says the algae bloom has shrunk and that the water is safe once again.
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Seattle|News|
2-Alarm Lake City Fire Ruled Arson, Police Investigating
A fire late Monday decimated a strip mall in Seattle's Lake City neighborhood. Now, investigators say they believe it was intentionally set.
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Bonney Lake-Sumner, WA|News|
Washington Announces $97 Million For Affordable Housing Projects
The money will help create 1,685 houses for low-income families, Washingtonians experiencing homelessness and others in need of support.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Puyallup, WA|News|
2021 Guide To Meteor Showers, Supermoons, Eclipses In Washington
The Quadrantid meteor shower kicks off 2021, which also features three supermoons, a “real” blue moon, and solar and lunar eclipses.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
Seattle|News|
Don’t Itemize? Patch Food Drive Gifts In WA Still Deductible
Patch Holiday Food Drive donations to Feeding America to help hungry people are tax-deductible — even if you don’t itemize.
Charles Woodman, Patch Staff
