Police Blotter, October 31 - November 6, 2020

Anacortes Police 6 minutes read
A Lopez Island man was jailed after the truck and trailer he was driving at Sharpes Corner knocked down a power pole which blocked traffic.

What to Know as ACA Heads to Supreme Court — Again

6 minutes read
Republican state officials and the Trump administration argue that the justices should overturn the entire law. At issue in the case is Congress’ decision to reduce to zero the penalty for not having health coverage.

As Faith in Vaccines Falters, Biden Is Under Pressure to Name New FDA Chief Stat

8 minutes read
It typically takes months to install new leadership, but with COVID deaths set to surge through the winter, many Democrats say Biden doesn’t have that sort of time.

Biden Wins, but His Health Agenda Dims With GOP Likely to Hold Senate

4 minutes read
Democrats had hoped not only to defeat President Donald Trump but also to capture the Senate so they could make major policy changes, such as bolstering the Affordable Care Act and reducing the number of uninsured.

Anacortes School District Delays In-Person Return for Grades 4-5

Art Shotwell 2 minutes read
The Anacortes School District has decided to delay the planned in-person return of students in grades 4-5, who were expected to return to school buildings next Monday.

How Escalating COVID Cases Forced One State to Change Its Masking Strategy

7 minutes read
Montana is seeking penalties against some businesses that violated its mask and social distancing directives, after months of reluctance to enforce COVID restrictions. Meanwhile, cities, counties and tribal nations still struggle to get people to mask up and avoid crowds.