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The Everett City Council on Jan. 7, 2026. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

Everett selects volunteers to review city charter

The mayor and city council selected 14 of the 15 members of a committee Wednesday that could propose changes to the city’s charter.

 

Semitruck delivers 40,000 pounds of food to the Salvation Army in Everett

The delivery is one of 250 deliveries planned to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

 

Federal agents say they’ve dismantled drug ring in Marysville

On Wednesday, the Border Patrol chief announced multiple arrests in connection with an alleged drug and firearms trafficking ring.

 

Eric Rasmussen drops his ballot in the ballot box outside of Town of Woodway Town Hall on Nov. 4, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Ballots for Snohomish County special election to be mailed

County officials will begin mailing ballots on Thursday for the Feb. 10 election. Voters will decide on a multitude of school funding measures.

Eric Rasmussen drops his ballot in the ballot box outside of Town of Woodway Town Hall on Nov. 4, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Snohomish County unemployment reaches 5.1%

It’s the highest level in more than three years.

South County Fire Chief Bob Eastman answers question from the Edmonds City Council on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

South County Fire chief announces retirement

The Board of Commissioners has named Assistant Chief Shaughn Maxwell to replace Chief Bob Eastman in February.

South County Fire Chief Bob Eastman answers question from the Edmonds City Council on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Everett Fire Department announces new assistant chief

Following the retirement of Assistant Chief Mike Calvert in the summer, Seth Albright took over the role on an interim basis before being promoted to the position.

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Barbara and Anne Guthrie holds signs and wave at cars offloading from the ferry during South Snohomish County Indivisible’s Signs of Fascism protest on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

‘We do this for others’: Edmonds, Marysville hold protests

To mark one year since President Trump’s inauguration, community members rally against many of his policies, including his immigration enforcement tactics.

Barbara and Anne Guthrie holds signs and wave at cars offloading from the ferry during South Snohomish County Indivisible’s Signs of Fascism protest on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Emily Trepanier on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

‘I’m going to die’: Two childhood friends recount hours-long ordeal on Mt. Baker

A fallen tree trapped the pair partway down the mountain for several hours in the snow.

Emily Trepanier on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
With the warm atmosphere, freshly made food and a big sign, customers should find their way to Kindred Kitchen, part of HopeWorks Station on Broadway in Everett. (Dan Bates / The Herald)

Housing Hope to close cafe, furniture store

Kindred Cafe will close on Jan. 30, and Renew Home and Decor will close on March 31, according to the nonprofit.

With the warm atmosphere, freshly made food and a big sign, customers should find their way to Kindred Kitchen, part of HopeWorks Station on Broadway in Everett. (Dan Bates / The Herald)
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Paraeducator at 2 Edmonds schools arrested on suspicion of child sex abuse

On Monday, Edmonds police arrested the 46-year-old after a student’s parents found inappropriate messages on their daughter’s phone.

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Lake Stevens preschool teacher arrested on suspicion of child sex abuse

Another teacher told police the 28-year-old woman was allegedly touching the students’ genitalia during diaper changes.

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One dead, four displaced in Lynnwood duplex fire Monday

More than three dozen firefighters responded to the fire. Crews continued to put out hot spots until early Tuesday.

People walk along Colby Avenue in a Martin Luther King Jr. Day march on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

‘Love and action’: Hundreds in Everett march to honor MLK

The annual march through the city’s core commemorated the civil rights leader.

People walk along Colby Avenue in a Martin Luther King Jr. Day march on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Mountlake Terrace residents listen to the city's budget presentation on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026 in Mountlake Terrace, Washington. (Provided photo)

Mountlake Terrace presents fiscal task force recommendations

The city faces an average annual budget gap of $4.2 million through 2030 and $5.4 million through 2035.

Mountlake Terrace residents listen to the city's budget presentation on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026 in Mountlake Terrace, Washington. (Provided photo)
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Nonprofit receives $9M grant for disability housing

Arlington’s Village Community Services will help individuals who face barriers to independent living.

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Monroe man injured in shooting outside bar Saturday

Investigators believe the incident was a result of a dispute between individuals who knew each other.

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Kevin Stevens, a resident of Three Rivers Mobile Home Park, talks about the damage his home endured due to flooding on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026 in Sultan, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

A month after the floods, residents try to return to normal

Recovery resources are available, including funds to replace damaged or lost items.

Kevin Stevens, a resident of Three Rivers Mobile Home Park, talks about the damage his home endured due to flooding on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026 in Sultan, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Zach Meyer, who owns Gusto Wood Fired Pizza with his wife Lindsay, throws a Margherita pizza into the oven while cooking at the Lake Stevens Farmers Market on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Farmers market director’s frustrations lead to exit

Lake Stevens is seeking a new manager to oversee the city event starting in 2026.

Zach Meyer, who owns Gusto Wood Fired Pizza with his wife Lindsay, throws a Margherita pizza into the oven while cooking at the Lake Stevens Farmers Market on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Makena Simonen, 21, outside of her family home on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Family sues Edmonds schools for hindering access to transition services

Makena Simonsen, 21, graduated without meeting state standards, the suit alleges. With a diploma, she can’t receive free special education support.

Makena Simonen, 21, outside of her family home on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)