as Crash Course: Steelers rookies adapting to “virtual” path By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 11:05:20 -0700 PITTSBURGH (AP) — This isn’t quite the way Anthony McFarland expected his NFL career to begin. Then again, the rookie running back knows he’s not the only one whose first taste of the pros is coming via conference calls with members of the coaching staff followed by self-administered tests in a nearby park to see […] Full Article NFL Sports
as Starbucks sales tumble as global shutdowns caused by coronavirus hit its stores By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 13:52:20 -0700 In the U.S., Starbucks has temporarily closed half its 8,000 company-owned stores. It's planning to reopen 90% of those with modifications by early June. Full Article Business Local Business Retail Starbucks
as Costco to require masks for shoppers to protect against coronavirus By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 06:45:08 -0700 Costco will require shoppers to wear masks that cover their mouth and nose while in the store starting Monday, the company says. Full Article Business Eastside Health Local Business Local News Nation Nation & World Retail
as Amazon prepares first earnings report from coronavirus era, as pandemic accelerates retail trends in its favor By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 16:18:54 -0700 The company’s first-quarter earnings report will provide a view of how the pandemic has accelerated trends already working in its favor, and the extent to which coronavirus restrictions on businesses and consumers have boosted Amazon’s sales. Full Article Amazon Business Local Business Markets Retail Technology
as Whole Foods to provide face masks for shoppers to prevent spread of coronavirus in stores By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Sun, 03 May 2020 14:45:43 -0700 Amazon-owned Whole Foods will provide grocery shoppers with free single-use masks at all its stores beginning this week, in keeping with the chain's "request" that all shoppers wear masks. Full Article Amazon Business Health Local News Retail
as J.Crew files for Chapter 11 as pandemic chokes retail sector By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 04:00:23 -0700 NEW YORK (AP) — Struggling fashion brand J.Crew has filed for bankruptcy protection, the first major retailer to do so since the coronavirus pandemic forced most stores across the United States to close their doors. More retail bankruptcies are expected in coming weeks, with Neiman Marcus and J.C. Penney also facing problems. Gap Inc. has […] Full Article Business Retail
as J. Crew files for bankruptcy in coronavirus pandemic’s first big retail casualty By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 14:51:19 -0700 J. Crew announced that its parent company, Chinos Holdings, had filed for Chapter 11 protection in U.S. Bankruptcy Court. Full Article Business Retail
as Nordstrom permanently closing 16 full-line stores as it adapts to coronavirus era By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 04:12:15 -0700 The Seattle-based company also said Wednesday it will make changes to how its stores function when they do open in a “market-by-market” approach. Full Article Business Nation Retail
as Mask or no mask? New social tension splits Seattle-area residents in coronavirus era By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 06:00:32 -0700 Since health officials began recommending (but not requiring) that everyone cover their faces in public to reduce the spread of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, a new divide has emerged over who wears a mask and who doesn't. Full Article Business Health Life Lifestyle Local Business Local News Local Politics Nation Northwest Puget Sound Retail
as 2% of Puget Sound households received grocery delivery last year, before coronavirus changed shopping By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 15:22:58 -0700 The most popular online grocery category was packaged foods such as breakfast cereal and pasta; followed by toiletries, personal care products and diapers; household cleaners and paper products; and frozen food. Full Article Amazon Business Local Business Retail
as Supermarket chains begin terminating ‘hero’ pay to workers as coronavirus pandemic continues By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 10:19:06 -0700 Kroger-owned QFC and Fred Meyer will discontinue their $2-an-hour "Hero Bonus'' premiums paid to workers during the coronavirus pandemic. Ohio-based Kroger has set May 16 as the program's final date while other large grocery retailers ponder the future of similar bonuses. Full Article Business Local Business Retail
as As he does for his Ballard shop, Curtis Steiner curates the uncommon for his own garden By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Sat, 19 Oct 2019 07:00:00 -0700 Every inch of this backyard oasis in Phinney Ridge is covered in captivating plants, moss or ground cover. Full Article Garden Life Lifestyle Pacific NW Magazine
as Soak up the fall warmth of the Daniel J. Hinkley Asian Maple collection at Washington Park Arboretum By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Sat, 19 Oct 2019 07:00:00 -0700 This treasure trove grove of trees is ranked among the top 3 in the nation. Full Article Garden Life Lifestyle Pacific NW Magazine
as Panic buying comes for the seeds as coronavirus quarantines prompt surge in gardening By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 22:07:13 -0700 Companies struggle to meet surging demand, especially for vegetables. “It feels like we are selling toilet paper,” said the founder of a seed company. Full Article Garden Life Nation Nation & World Travel Wellness
as Your garden can be a treasure trove of activities for your kids, so look around you By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Apr 2020 06:00:07 -0700 Mother Nature can be an accessible and interesting teaching assistant. With spring here, use your garden or a neighborhood garden to help keep your little ones occupied. Full Article Garden Life Lifestyle Outdoors
as Mother’s Day amid the coronavirus pandemic means digging up old pastimes to find new ways to connect with mom By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 06:00:07 -0700 As Mother’s Day approaches, staff writer Megan Burbank thanks her mother for instilling in her a love for screwball heroines, old movies and strong female role models. Full Article Entertainment Life Movies
as County has highest rate of COVID-19 cases on West Coast By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Sat, 02 May 2020 09:12:11 -0700 SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — The highest rate of coronavirus cases of any county on the U.S. West Coast is in Washington state’s Yakima County. Health experts point to a large number of essential workers, a large number of cases in long-term care facilities and a large agricultural workforce living and working in close quarters as […] Full Article Agriculture Health Local News Local Politics Northwest
as Washington’s barbers, hair salons, some in-store retail could restart June 1 amid coronavirus crisis By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 15:40:47 -0700 Those businesses are part of phase two in the four-phase gradual reopening plan released Friday by Gov. Jay Inslee. Full Article Business Health Local News Local Politics
as Unofficial numbers show $7 billion hit to Washington state revenue through 2023 from coronavirus downturn By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 14:50:22 -0700 In the unofficial forecast numbers, Washington would lose $3.8 billion in revenue this current budget cycle. An additional $3.27 billion would be sheared off the 2021-23 budget cycle. Full Article Business Economy Local Business Local News Local Politics Markets
as Four Republican lawmakers sue Inslee over coronavirus stay-home order, contending ‘the emergency has been contained’ By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 16:50:00 -0700 Plaintiffs in the lawsuit claim Gov. Inslee has not adequately considered targeted measures to protect that population, while allowing others to return to work and school. Full Article Business Health Life Local News Local Politics Northwest
as Some tribal casinos reopen amid coronavirus pandemic, despite Washington state’s stay-home order By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 17:01:49 -0700 Tribes operate their facilities on their lands, where they retain decision-making authority -- despite Gov. Jay Inslee's stay-home order, in place until the end of May. Full Article Health Local News Local Politics Northwest
as Gov. Inslee connected personal contacts with Washington state officials in hunt for coronavirus supplies By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 06:00:17 -0700 Amid a national frenzy to buy medical supplies for use in the COVID-19 outbreak, Washington state suspended competitive bidding and recruited help from the private sector. Gov. Inslee connected personal contacts with state buyers. Full Article Health Local News Local Politics Times Watchdog
as Mask or no mask? New social tension splits Seattle-area residents in coronavirus era By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 06:00:32 -0700 Since health officials began recommending (but not requiring) that everyone cover their faces in public to reduce the spread of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, a new divide has emerged over who wears a mask and who doesn't. Full Article Business Health Life Lifestyle Local Business Local News Local Politics Nation Northwest Puget Sound Retail
as Seattle, Department of Justice ask judge to release police from remaining consent decree oversight By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 18:16:19 -0700 Along with a 2018 ruling by the court that the city had reached full compliance with a 2012 consent decree, the request would dissolve virtually all remaining oversight of the police department regarding its use of force and other issues. Full Article Crime Local News Local Politics
as A flurry of activity, confusion as Washington continues phase one of reopening amid the new coronavirus By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 19:28:33 -0700 Gov. Jay Inslee this week continued lifting restrictions included in his stay-home order meant to slow the spread of the new coronavirus, part of phase one in his four-phase plan to reopen the state. Some outdoor recreation opened earlier this week. Full Article Business Local News Local Politics
as Inslee: Retail stores can do curbside pickup, 5 counties on faster track to reopen amid coronavirus By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 14:57:54 -0700 Phase two is expected to begin for most areas on June 1, provided public-health data still looks favorable. Full Article Business Health Local News Local Politics
as At a Republican candidate forum for Washington governor, the coronavirus barely exists By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 17:00:36 -0700 In the middle of a pandemic, the subject of the public's health never came up during a 90-minute GOP candidates for governor forum. It's like a metaphor for the alternate realities of our politics — and also why the GOP may be in more trouble than usual in the local elections this year. Full Article Local News Local Politics
as Fraudsters are faking Washington unemployment claims amid coronavirus joblessness surge By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 17:25:59 -0700 As Washington grapples with a tsunami of legitimate unemployment claims — more than 100,000 last week — the state also is seeing a rise in attempts by fraudsters to siphon off a portion of the benefits. Full Article Business Eastside Economy Local Business Local News Local Politics
as Once restarted, post-coronavirus economy might enter unprecedented rough seas By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Fri, 03 Apr 2020 06:01:16 -0700 Even President Trump now realizes the need for a prolonged shutdown. But when the economy finally restarts, we have no guarantee it will bounce back quickly. The danger is a "Greater Depression." Full Article Business Economy Nation Nation & World Politics
as Seattle police release 911 call, body camera video showing suspect shot as he held baby By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 22:08:55 -0700 Seattle police Friday released part of a recording of a mother’s frantic 911 call and footage from an officer’s body camera that includes a brief foot chase and the moment police shot the man suspected of taking the woman’s baby as he still held the child. The child was not hurt, police said, while the […] Full Article Crime Local News
as Police: Kennewick porch package thieves dressed as nurses By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Sun, 03 May 2020 08:36:12 -0700 Detectives do not believe the women involved are nurses, and posted photos of the suspects and a vehicle in hopes someone could identify them. Full Article Crime Local News Northwest
as As Eastside Catholic rolled to second state football title last winter, three players were under investigation for assault By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 19:36:04 -0700 Three Eastside Catholic players were under investigation for a parking-lot brawl as the team headed toward a second state championship. Prosecutors ultimately declined to pursue charges. Full Article Crime Eastside High School Sports Local News Sports
as Seattle man charged with murder, 5 years after his girlfriend’s death was attributed to an overdose By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 16:13:13 -0700 Seattle police say Leo Driver, 32, walked into the department's East Precinct and confessed to killing his girlfriend, Elisabeth Wright, in March 2015. Her death had originally been attributed to an accidental overdose. Full Article Crime Local News
as Stanwood man with 4-year-old girl in his car arrested after leading troopers on chase By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 17:54:34 -0700 The chase spanned three counties and ended when troopers rammed the man's car and forced it into a spin. Full Article Crime Local News Northwest
as Seattle, Department of Justice ask judge to release police from remaining consent decree oversight By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 18:16:19 -0700 Along with a 2018 ruling by the court that the city had reached full compliance with a 2012 consent decree, the request would dissolve virtually all remaining oversight of the police department regarding its use of force and other issues. Full Article Crime Local News Local Politics
as Police investigate whether man was injured during altercation with Snohomish County deputies By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 18:39:28 -0700 The man, who was taken into custody on Wednesday night, is in "critical, but medically stable" condition at an Everett hospital. Full Article Crime Local News Northwest
as Folklife Festival has been postponed. But here’s how you can celebrate your own mini fest at home. By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 06:00:16 -0700 The 49th Northwest Folklife Festival was postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. But here's how you can celebrate the spirit of Folklife — listening to music, watching dances from various traditions, learning crafts and more — at home. Full Article Dance Entertainment Music Visual Arts
as Washington Attorney General’s Office looking into complaints about Brown Paper Tickets owing artists money By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 11:56:34 -0700 Earlier this year, clients of the Seattle-based online ticket broker — many of them artists and small-business owners — said they haven't been paid for events, some dating back to last year. Some, still unpaid, have been turning to Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson for help. Full Article Business Dance Entertainment Local Business Local News Music Theater Visual Arts
as Mike Hopkins on UW Huskies point guard Quade Green: ‘He makes the game easier for others’ By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Nov 2019 13:38:02 -0800 Quade Green is expected to start for Washington in Friday's regular-season opener against No. 16 Baylor. Full Article College Basketball Huskies Husky Basketball Sports Video
as Scouting report: Terrell Brown, undersized Seattle U must contend with No. 22 Washington’s big lineup By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Dec 2019 19:16:39 -0800 The Redhawks take a four-game winning streak into Tuesday's game at No. 22 Washington where they've lost 14 straight. The Huskies have home-court and a tremendous size advantage, but SU has hot-scoring Terrell Brown. Full Article College Basketball Huskies Husky Basketball Seattle University Sports Video
as Scouting report: No. 22 Washington pits zone defense vs. Ball State’s lethal 3-point shooters By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Dec 2019 18:17:21 -0800 The Huskies face Ball State for just the second time in school history. They last met the MAC opponent 35 years ago in a game in which Detlef Schrempf scored 20 points in a win. Full Article College Basketball Huskies Husky Basketball Sports Video
as Analysis: UW men clobber USC in 32-point blowout, but where was this team in Pac-12 opener upset loss? By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Jan 2020 06:01:02 -0800 Washington played its best game of the season to capture a 72-40 win over USC, but can the Huskies repeat this performance when they travel to the Bay Area this week for their Pac-12 road opener? Full Article Huskies Husky Basketball Pac-12 Sports Video
as How to sew your own face mask — a step-by-step tutorial, with video By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 06:00:53 -0700 The CDC recommends wearing a face mask when out in public to help prevent the spread of coronavirus. Here’s a step-by-step tutorial for sewing your own face mask, with video. Full Article Health Local News Video
as Seattle businesses, government leaders set aside differences to team up on coronavirus response By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Mar 2020 17:11:06 -0700 The communication and collaboration among businesses and local government leaders who don’t always see eye-to-eye has helped smooth the response to the region’s coronavirus crisis. Full Article Amazon Boeing & Aerospace Business Local Business Retail Starbucks Technology
as Some key Seattle-area public companies hit hard by coronavirus-induced stock market crash By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Sun, 15 Mar 2020 06:01:40 -0700 It was a rocky week on Wall Street, as most securities fell and some saw record declines. Seattle-area companies felt the pain as sharply as any. Full Article Amazon Boeing & Aerospace Business Economy Local Business Markets Microsoft Starbucks
as Starbucks sees 6 months of pain, based on its China experience; announces worker grants By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Apr 2020 14:34:44 -0700 Starbucks' U.S. experience is similar to that of McDonald's, which Wednesday announced a dramatic contraction in March after what had been a healthy pace of sales. Full Article Business Markets Nation & World Retail Starbucks
as Starbucks introducing plant-based food and drinks in China By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 11:21:24 -0700 The Seattle-based coffee chain on Tuesday began selling lasagna, pasta and a wrap filled with Beyond Meat grounds, which are made from pea protein. It’s the first time Beyond Meat products are being sold in China. Full Article Business Retail Starbucks
as Starbucks sales tumble as global shutdowns caused by coronavirus hit its stores By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 13:52:20 -0700 In the U.S., Starbucks has temporarily closed half its 8,000 company-owned stores. It's planning to reopen 90% of those with modifications by early June. Full Article Business Local Business Retail Starbucks
as Arizona plan? 80 games? It doesn’t matter. The real news is that it looks like baseball will return in 2020. By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 17:52:54 -0700 What the baseball season will look like exactly remains to be seen, as a number of scenarios are being discussed. But if you've been yearning for live sports amid the coronavirus pandemic, it looks like you're (eventually) going to get your fix. Full Article Health Mariners MLB Sports
as Kyle Russell is Washington’s top prep baseball player, but MLB draft may not be an option due to coronavirus shutdown By www.seattletimes.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 19:02:49 -0700 As one of the Northwest's top high-school players, he’s accepted a scholarship to play for Washington State. But under a normal circumstances, Russell and his family would be weighing another option more closely — the 2020 Major League Baseball amateur draft. Full Article Health High School Sports Mariners MLB Sports