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Lynnwood child, 4, accidentally shoots mother, father arrested

The child retrieved a loaded firearm from his father, who was asleep at the time, South County deputies said.

 

Position 1 candidates prioritize public safety, differ on tax increases

Derica Escamilla is looking to retain her seat against challengers Dio Boucsieguez and Brandon Kimmel.

 

Rick Steves launches $1M match challenge for Lynnwood Neighborhood Center

The $26.5 million Lynnwood Neighborhood Center will house several community spaces and partner with local nonprofits.

 

Red tape hangs in the front of the entrance to a burned down Center for Human Services building along 204th Street on Monday, July 7, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood fire destroys behavioral health nonprofit building

The cause of the fire is under investigation. The building housed an intensive mental health support program for youth and families.

Red tape hangs in the front of the entrance to a burned down Center for Human Services building along 204th Street on Monday, July 7, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Lynnwood City Council members gather for a meeting on Monday, March 17, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood City Council adopts unified development code

The consolidated code addresses recent state legislation and increases the number of housing units allowed on certain lots.

Lynnwood City Council members gather for a meeting on Monday, March 17, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Lynnwood Municipal Court administrator announces retirement

After more than 30 years in the state’s court system, Paulette Revoir will retire at the end of June.

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The second floor of the Lynnwood Crisis Center on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

State budget, legislation could help vacant Lynnwood Crisis Care Center

The two-year operating budget allocates $15 million to crisis centers. Another bill would streamline Medicaid contract negotiations.

The second floor of the Lynnwood Crisis Center on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Snohomish County deputy prosecutor Robert Grant gestures during closing arguments in the retrial of Encarnacion Salas on Sept. 16, 2019, in Everett.

Lynnwood appoints first municipal court commissioner

The City Council approved the new position last year to address the court’s rising caseload.

Snohomish County deputy prosecutor Robert Grant gestures during closing arguments in the retrial of Encarnacion Salas on Sept. 16, 2019, in Everett.
Lynnwood councilor Joshua Binda speaks during a Lynnwood City Council meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

County auditor dismisses challenge to Lynnwood Council VP’s residency

The auditor found a challenge to Josh Binda’s voter registration didn’t have enough evidence to prove he doesn’t live at his listed address.

Lynnwood councilor Joshua Binda speaks during a Lynnwood City Council meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Lynnwood invites public to Community Open House

The May 6 event at Lynnwood Civic Campus will feature city department resources, refreshments and prizes.

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Lynnwood seeks planning commission applicants

Position No. 4 is vacant after the City Council appointed former commissioner Robert Leutwyler last month.

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Lynnwood City Council members gather for a meeting on Monday, March 17, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood appoints last remaining candidate to council vacancy

Robert Leutwyler, a program manager at Amazon and US Army veteran, is set to be sworn in Monday.

Lynnwood City Council members gather for a meeting on Monday, March 17, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Lynnwood City Council members gather for a meeting on Monday, March 17, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood City Council down to one candidate for its vacant seat

After two failed appointments and seven candidates withdrawing, the council will meet Wednesday to appoint a new member.

Lynnwood City Council members gather for a meeting on Monday, March 17, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Flamingos fill the inside of Marty Vale’s art car. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood’s party car: Hot pink Corolla is 125,000-mile marvel

Marty Vale’s ’91 Toyota has 301 pink flamingos and a Barbie party on the roof.

Flamingos fill the inside of Marty Vale’s art car. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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After latest appointee withdraws, Lynnwood City Council discusses next steps

The council deliberated implementing background checks for the remaining candidates, but postponed a final decision to Monday.

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Lynnwood City Council eyes path forward at contentious meeting

The council discussed how to move forward in filling its vacancy after Jessica Roberts withdrew Thursday.

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The second floor of the Lynnwood Crisis Center on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Funding gap leaves Lynnwood without a crisis center provider

The idea for the Lynnwood crisis center began in 2021 after a 47-year-old died by suicide while in custody at Lynnwood Municipal Jail.

The second floor of the Lynnwood Crisis Center on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Lynnwood names new public works director

The City Council unanimously confirmed Jared Bond’s nomination Monday. He served as deputy director for four years.

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Lynnwood City Council may rescind appointment of new member

The council chose Jessica Roberts to fill the vacant seat Monday. The next day, the city called a Thursday meeting to consider reversing the decision.

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Joe Petosa Jr. talks about the different accordion musicians whose photos cover the wall inside his store. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood’s Petosa Accordions: A key player for 103 years

Once considered outdated and uncool, the squeeze box is embraced by a new generation.

Joe Petosa Jr. talks about the different accordion musicians whose photos cover the wall inside his store. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)