Delay In Case Over Alleged Wenatchee Prostitution Ring
The arraignment of 61-year-old Linhui Yan did not take place this week because of the absence of the judge assigned to the case.
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How Many People in Washington Die by Dangerous Drug Overdose?
Washington State Department of Health tracks overdose data - but every death could be prevented with the help of a free drug.
Four WA residents Test Positive for Deadly Fungus
A fungus that could kill you is lurking in WA state
Washington Salmonella Outbreak Linked To Product Sold At Costco
The outbreak has been linked to Fratelli Beretta Antipasto Gran Beretta, which is sold at Costco stores
License Suspended For Massage Parlor Owner Charged With Felonies
Chelan County prosecutors filed the charges last February against Yan and his wife after a yearlong investigation into Lin Massage and Angel Spa in Wenatchee.
Grant County Sheriff's Office Keeps Focus On Fentanyl, Overdoses
Deputies say there were 92 overdose calls into 9-1-1 in the past year
Cashmere School District Holds Community Meeting on Lead Found in Drinking Water
DOH representative Theresa Sanders said that the Cashmere School District is taking part in a century-long effort to reduce lead exposure and that the district is going above and beyond in addressing health concerns.
State Department of Health Expressing Concerns About Vaccine Use Dropping
The Washington State Department of Health is raising some concerns regarding decreases in pre-teen vaccination rates.
According to data released this week, there was significant drops in Tdap, or the tetanus vaccine, along with two other recommended vaccines in 2020
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Heat-Related Deaths Since Late June Nearing 80
The Washington State Department of Health says the number of heat-related deaths over the past week-plus is now 78 which is twice as many as during the warm months of 2015 to 2020 combined.
Nineteen counties in total have reported heat-related deaths though the largest number was in King and Pierce Counties
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Washington Reopens Wednesday, but Department of Health Says Workplaces Have Some Rules
Washington is reopening tomorrow and the State Department of Health says it's important workplaces are prepared if they are just returning.
DOH says that fully vaccinated workers do not need to wear a mask or practice physical distancing, but can do so if they choose to
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