Tony Black
KREM 2 NEWS
Spokane, WA, United States
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Summoning police without cause? Victims could sue under proposed Washington law
Several senators are pushing a bill that would make it illegal to summon police officers on someone without merit. → Read More
Inslee cites mental health as a reason for students to return to Washington classrooms
Following Gov. Jay Inslee’s proclamation to expand in-person learning at schools, parents are excited but hope mental health resources are available for students. → Read More
Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine could be in Washington in a 'few weeks,' doctor says
The third vaccine in the fight against COVID-19 was given emergency authorization and approval by the FDA and CDC this weekend. → Read More
Want kids back in class? Vaccinate teachers for COVID-19, Washington union says
The union representing Washington educators says teachers should feel protected from COVID-19 before heading back into the classroom. → Read More
Washington grocery workers want 'hazard pay' back as COVID-19 cases keep rising
The president of UFCW Local 367, a union representing grocery store workers, said they want their hazard -- or hero -- pay back. → Read More
'Surreal': Helicopter goes down near ice rink in Okanogan County
The helicopter landed hard close to an outdoor ice rink in Winthrop on Saturday. Kids had just been on the ice. No one was injured. → Read More
Could employers in Washington require employees to get a coronavirus vaccine?
Legally, employers could make a COVID-19 vaccine a condition of employment. But a UW law professor says he thinks that's unlikely to happen. → Read More
Washington courts launch eviction resolution program as moratoriums near end
Not wanting to be overwhelmed with eviction cases, Washington courts are trying a new method to help resolve issues of non-payment between tenants and landlords. → Read More
Woman thanks Pierce County deputy for helping her get to her dad before he died from COVID-19
The woman was on her way to the hospital to say her final goodbye to her father when her car broke down in Tacoma. Luckily, a Pierce County deputy pulled over. → Read More
Lyft bans Lake Sammamish man after racist rant towards driver is caught on video
The man was also fired from his job. The city of Issaquah's mayor also reacted to the video, saying that "racism has no place in our community." → Read More
New task force creates pathway for more Black ownership in Washington's marijuana industry
The task force, co-chaired by two Black women, will help develop criteria for the state's Liquor and Cannabis Board to use when handing out licenses in the future. → Read More
Know the risk factors, symptoms of colon cancer
Following the death of Chadwick Boseman, who died after being diagnosed with colon cancer four years ago, a doctor is speaking about the importance of screening. → Read More
Tips for wearing a face mask in the heat
While temperatures are expected to be in the 90s Sunday, King County health officials say it's still important to wear a face mask to limit the spread of COVID-19. → Read More
80% of people with COVID-19 won’t pass it to others, Fred Hutch study says
A preliminary study from the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center suggests COVID-19 is more likely spread through ‘super-spreader’ events. → Read More
New guidelines on gyms, fitness centers in Washington has owners and members frustrated
Sami Sweeney owns Pure Barre in Bellevue and started a petition to get the attention of lawmakers to address what she says are too strict guidelines on reopening. → Read More
'A hole left in our lives': Family of WSU student who died during fraternity pledge event files wrongful death suit
Sam Martinez was just starting his freshman year at Washington State University when he died of alcohol intoxication during a fraternity pledge event in 2019. → Read More
Students ask Seattle School Board to reconsider unexcused absences for climate walkout
Seattle Schools said it will count any student who chooses to walk out on Friday for a planned Climate Walkout as an unexcused absence. → Read More
Tacoma barber fights homelessness one free haircut at a time
Tre'vonne Wilkins spends his Sundays cutting hair for the homeless for free. “I’m just giving back to my community,” he says. → Read More
Wednesday's Mariners-Rangers game will only be on Facebook Live
The Mariners have two online-only games scheduled this year. → Read More
Chase Bank protesters block Seattle streets with teepees
Two groups, 350 Seattle and Mazask Talks, argue that Chase bank is one of the largest funders of tar sands, which they say are some of the most climate destroying fossil fuels out there. → Read More