Thousands of Washington residents who get insurance through an online marketplace known as the Washington Healthplanfinder are weeks away from the start of open enrollment. How much they’ll pay for health and dental coverage next year– and whether some will be able to afford it – remains an open question. An enhanced premium tax credit
A local church will offer three safe parking spaces to families with children experiencing homelessness.
The 26th District state Senate race pits appointed incumbent Deb Krishnadasan against six-term Rep. Michelle Caldier.
The city council has not asked staff to draft any new legislation, but it has discussed steps like a landlord registry and extended notice for large rent hikes.
The state protected access to COVID vaccines, but a federal committee could undercut insurance coverage of them.
Planned Parenthood operates 30 health centers in Washington, including in Bremerton and Tacoma. The organization faces a potential loss of key federal and state funds.
A federal program helped food banks buy produce from local farmers. It won’t be available next year.
A cell phone study at the University of Washington, which included Peninsula School District, offers a look at how teachers, students and parents feel about bans.
988 both gets callers in crisis to those best able to help them and relieves pressure on first responders and 911 lines.
Dispensers with free naloxone are available in Tacoma, Kitsap County and Home, but there are none in Gig Harbor.
