Public and private universities, colleges, technical schools, apprenticeship programs and similar schools and programs may resume general instruction, including in-person classes and lectures, starting Aug. 1. Pictured: The University of Washington-Bothell campus. File photo

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Universities and colleges may reopen in fall, governor says

His order requires masks and physical distancing, among other measures, to help prevent infections.

Kent School District task force working on back-to-school plan

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Kent School District task force working on back-to-school plan

Final proposal to go to Kent School Board on Aug. 13

ShoWare Center in Kent to offer drive-in movies | Update

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ShoWare Center in Kent to offer drive-in movies | Update

Opening films July 8-12 are ‘The Land Before Time’ and ‘Jurassic Park’

A young chef carefully spreads sauce onto pizza dough during a cooking class at Young Chefs Academy of Covington. Courtesy photo/YCA Covington

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Kids culinary school opens in Covington

The school takes the unknown out of cooking for kids, owner Deb O’Brien said.

A new measure from the King County Council could increase flexibility for businesses in rural areas of King County. File photo

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County measure would increase flexibility for businesses in rural areas

Staff report

Changes coming to Port of Seattle Police Department

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Changes coming to Port of Seattle Police Department

Hiring practices, commitment to diversity, use of force

Puget Sound Fire call report

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Puget Sound Fire call report

Type, number of incidents

During a recent training, South King Fire and Rescue members at Station 62 wear personal protective gear, which includes face masks, eye protection, gloves and gowns. Courtesy photo

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Governor orders statewide use of face coverings in public

Jay Inslee says that until there is a vaccine, it’s the best weapon to stop the spread of…

A number of Landmark 10 and Cineplex locations in the Okanagan are to reopen on July 3. (Contributed)

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Several Okanagan movie theatres to open July 3

Select theatres in Kelowna, Vernon, Penticton and Kamloops are reopening

City of Kent opens more park amenities

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City of Kent opens more park amenities

Playgrounds, restrooms, basketball courts, tennis courts

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Task force will tackle issues of racial justice, police reform

Inslee names civil rights activists, pastors, and cops to panel that may forge ideas for new laws

Inslee forms state task force to address policing and racial justice

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Inslee forms state task force to address policing and racial justice

24 members includes families who have lost loved ones; police officials

Doreen Davis, left in mask, waves at parade participants on May 2. Olivia Sullivan/staff photo

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Wear your face-hugging, ever-loving mask | Editorial

“Don’t make me come down there.”

Kent high school graduation ceremonies set for July

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Kent high school graduation ceremonies set for July

Social distancing events to be at high school locations

State Capitol Building, Olympia, Washington. File photo

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Tax collections tumble as state braces for huge budget hole

Inslee cancels pay raises for some execs and orders furloughs for workers as special session looms.

Dr. Jeffrey Duchin, Health Officer for Public Health – Seattle & King County, says COVID-19 cases have declined significantly since the peak of the outbreak in late March, allowing the county to move into Phase 2 on June 19. FILE PHOTO

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King County enters Phase 2 of Safe Start recovery plan

Full list of what’s permitted

Vote today for the Kent Reporter’s Best of Kent 2020 contest

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Vote today for the Kent Reporter’s Best of Kent 2020 contest

Vote for your favorite restaurants, businesses, civic leaders and more.

Puget Sound Fire call report

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Puget Sound Fire call report

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King County to distribute 25 million face coverings to residents, businesses

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King County to distribute 25 million face coverings to residents, businesses

Each of 39 cities in county to get a shipment

Comcast to continue 60 days of free internet service to new, eligible customers

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Comcast to continue 60 days of free internet service to new, eligible customers

Low-income monthly options also available