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.
The 60-day legislative session will mostly be held remotely after lawmakers expressed concerns about COVID-19 transmission in the capitol.
The recent storms have caused problems for families across southwestern Washington. Here are a few ways the community can help.
The city is asking the public to weigh in on several proposals to renovate the Meridian corridor.
The drive-thru testing site will be open Tuesday through Saturday. Like other sites, no appointment is necessary.
Crews have been working to clear Snoqualmie, Stevens, White and Blewett passes, but only half will open on time Sunday.
If no action is taken, the moratorium is set to expire Jan. 15- potentially costing thousands of Seattleites their homes.
The White River has receded, but the City of Sumner says it still needs time to clear the pathway before it's safe for joggers and cyclists.
The study, which tracked COVID-19 cases from September through December, found 4,404 reinfected patients.
Despite early reports indicating the roadway would remain flooded through the weekend, crews have managed to reopen I-5 in both directions.
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The flooding should not hit Puyallup proper, according to the latest estimates.
"Our emergency departments are overrun, our hospitals are full," the association said. "We are emotionally and physically exhausted."
Flags have been lowered to "remember the heroism and sacrifice of those who defended the heart of our democracy," Inslee said.
Police are investigating after a body was found wrapped in a tarp early Thursday morning in downtown Tacoma.
The White River is expected to hit the minor flood stage Thursday evening. Here is what to expect.
The cause of the fire remains unknown.
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The state is also preparing a new web portal which will allow residents to request a rapid test be delivered straight to their homes.
According to the county, the testing site is not suited to safely handle the recent spike in demand, and will be shut down.
Officers say the suspects assaulted and threatened a Safeway employee before making off with $800 in alcohol.
