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A race you can run while social distancing

Spring is usually a busy time for marathons, half marathons, and other races.

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4 new coronavirus cases at Seattle-area homeless shelters

There are now four confirmed cases, in four separate shelters.

Coronavirus In Seattle

What's good? Silver linings in the time of coronavirus

Since the outbreak of the coronavirus in our state, we’ve heard of so many selfless acts that we decided to start a blog to recording them, hoping these stories bring light into your day. Have you witnessed or experienced a random act of kindness? Write to engage@kuow.org with “What’s Good’ in the subject line, and we’ll feature it here.

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Deaths from coronavirus (COVID-19) in Washington state

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'Project Airbridge' To Expedite Arrival Of Needed Supplies, White House Says

Sunday's planeload comes as the Trump administration faces criticism over its distribution of medical supplies that are in short supply across the country.

Opinion: An Appeal To Youth To Face Coronavirus With Self-Sacrifice, Not Selfishness

The reaction of those in their teens and 20s can have an impact on the spread of the disease — and on their own moral character, the author says.

Animal Shelters Urge Humans Confined To Home By Coronavirus Outbreak To Adopt

As states issue stay-at-home orders, animal shelters have had to close their doors. They're coming up with new ways to find homes as they brace for an onslaught of puppies and kittens.

Apple's New Tool Lets You Screen Yourself For COVID-19

A new COVID-19 website and app will then offer recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on what to do next.

Trump Issues Travel Advisory, Not Quarantine, For New York, New Jersey, Connecticut

The president's decision came hours after floating the possibility that he would issue quarantines for the hard-hit states. The CDC later advised residents against non-essential travel for 14 days.

Confirmed Cases Of Coronavirus Crest 600,000 Worldwide

The global pandemic hit the milestone overnight, taking a particularly heavy toll on Italy, Spain and the U.S. Its real extent is likely larger — yet still unknown as countries catch up with testing.