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People walk underneath Sound Transit’s Link Lynnwood City Center Station currently under construction on Thursday, Dec. 28, 2023 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

As calendar turns, Lynnwood light rail is no longer ‘next year’

If all goes to plan, commuters will be on the Lynnwood Link by the end of the year, ushering in a new era for the city.

People walk underneath Sound Transit’s Link Lynnwood City Center Station currently under construction on Thursday, Dec. 28, 2023 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Mukilteo mower Sir Mows-A-Lot. (Submitted photo)

New city workers: Clearapathra in Lynnwood, Sir Mows-A-Lot in Mukilteo

The communities voted on the names of a 10-foot snow plow and a $75,000 robotic mower.

Mukilteo mower Sir Mows-A-Lot. (Submitted photo)
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Lynnwood woman arrested in string of violent Ulta Beauty robberies

The defendant, 26, and another accomplice are suspected of robberies in Washington and Oregon, costing the company over $450,000.

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An almost finished portion of Sound Transit rail lines to the new Mountlake Terrace station on Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

3 Snohomish County cities have highest sales tax rate in state

Sales tax statewide is 6.5%. In Lynnwood, Mukilteo and Mill Creek, it’s 10.6%. So where does that extra revenue go?

An almost finished portion of Sound Transit rail lines to the new Mountlake Terrace station on Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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A look back at ‘What’s Up’ in 2023: Robots, Costco, secret crushes

A romance on Rucker heated up without help from The Love Zone — and other tall tales from the past year.

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The book cover of “Breaking Barriers: Unlocking your inner potential to achieve success” by  Lynnwood City Council member Josh Binda. (Photo provided)

Lynnwood’s youngest City Council member publishes self-help book

Josh Binda, elected at age 21, wants to use his experience as a young Black politician to inspire others in “Breaking Barriers.”

The book cover of “Breaking Barriers: Unlocking your inner potential to achieve success” by  Lynnwood City Council member Josh Binda. (Photo provided)
Oshima Sushi in Everett, Washington on Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

Everett, Lynnwood sushi restaurant owner gets prison for tax evasion

Si Yong Kim was convicted in federal court for underreporting earnings by $1.7 million. He must spend 10 months behind bars.

Oshima Sushi in Everett, Washington on Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
Community Transit is preparing to shift commuter buses that go to the University of Washington in Seattle to connect with Link light rail in Northgate next year. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Pedestrian identified after being hit, killed by bus near Lynnwood

Matthew Raymond, 34, died from blunt force injuries, the Snohomish County Medical Examiner’s Office determined.

Community Transit is preparing to shift commuter buses that go to the University of Washington in Seattle to connect with Link light rail in Northgate next year. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)
Las Vegas police arrested former Stockton Kings center Chance Comanche, 27, left, and his girlfriend Sakari Harnden, 19, in the suspected killing of a Lynnwood woman. (Photos provided by AP Photo and Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department)

Former NBA player allegedly admitted to strangling Lynnwood woman

Chance Comanche was taken into custody last week and described for detectives the alleged murder of Marayna Rodgers.

Las Vegas police arrested former Stockton Kings center Chance Comanche, 27, left, and his girlfriend Sakari Harnden, 19, in the suspected killing of a Lynnwood woman. (Photos provided by AP Photo and Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department)
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Transit bus hits and kills man on Highway 99 near Lynnwood

The man was reportedly standing in the street Wednesday morning when the bus hit the man near 156th Street SW.

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Las Vegas police arrested former Stockton Kings center Chance Comanche, 27, left, and his girlfriend Sakari Harnden, 19, in the suspected killing of a Lynnwood woman. (Photos provided by AP Photo and Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department)

Police: NBA G League player, girlfriend killed Lynnwood woman

Police arrested Chance Comanche and Sakari Harnden for investigation of murdering Marayna Rodgers, then leaving her remains in the Nevada desert.

Las Vegas police arrested former Stockton Kings center Chance Comanche, 27, left, and his girlfriend Sakari Harnden, 19, in the suspected killing of a Lynnwood woman. (Photos provided by AP Photo and Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department)
A person steps off the light rail at Northgate Station on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

$3 per ride: Sound Transit sets new fare for all Link trips

In fall 2024, it will be a flat fee on the Link, no matter the distance. The change comes just as light rail expands to Snohomish County.

A person steps off the light rail at Northgate Station on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Gilbert Escamilla at his bail hearing on Friday, Aug. 11, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood mother dies weeks after shooting spree that killed 3, injured 1

In August, a stranger broke into a Lynnwood home and shot three family members. Julia Altukhova, 32, died nine weeks later.

Gilbert Escamilla at his bail hearing on Friday, Aug. 11, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Mountain Mike's Pizza, a California-based chain, to open 11 stores in Washington, five of them in Snohomish County. The company expects to open the first Washington location in 2024. Photo: Mountain Mike's Pizza.

Pizza chain plans 5 new restaurants in Snohomish County

Mountain Mike’s Pizza, a California-based chain, will open 11 new Washington stores — five of them in Snohomish County.

Mountain Mike's Pizza, a California-based chain, to open 11 stores in Washington, five of them in Snohomish County. The company expects to open the first Washington location in 2024. Photo: Mountain Mike's Pizza.
PAWS CEO Heidi Wills Yamada on Monday, Nov. 27, 2021 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

At PAWS in Lynnwood, the animals come first

PAWS staff are preparing for a major expansion, with a new wildlife center opening on 25 acres in Snohomish.

PAWS CEO Heidi Wills Yamada on Monday, Nov. 27, 2021 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Lawsuit: Children given Benadryl at Lynnwood day care

Parents sued Little Hands Big Hearts Early Learning alleging their kids were given “purple candy” at nap time.

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Lynnwood City Council members, from left: Jim Smith, Shirley Sutton, Shannon Sessions, Josh Binda, George Hurst, Julieta Altamirano-Crosby, and Patrick Decker. (City of Lynnwood)

After antisemitic rants, Lynnwood council changes public comment rules

Speakers now must register 24 hours beforehand and must give their full name and address before commenting remotely.

Lynnwood City Council members, from left: Jim Smith, Shirley Sutton, Shannon Sessions, Josh Binda, George Hurst, Julieta Altamirano-Crosby, and Patrick Decker. (City of Lynnwood)
Lead climbers head up their respective routes at Vertical World North on Monday, Nov. 20, 2023, in Lynnwood, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Beginner’s ascent: A newcomer’s guide to indoor climbing

Indoor climbing gyms in and around Snohomish County offer thrills without winter chills.

Lead climbers head up their respective routes at Vertical World North on Monday, Nov. 20, 2023, in Lynnwood, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Founder and Executive Director Pa Ousman Joof, alongside Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell, right, prepares to cut the ribbon during the grand opening of the Washington West African Center on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, in Lynnwood, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Born out of struggle, West African Center flourishes in Lynnwood

African music filled the room Saturday at 19203 36th Ave. West, for the grand opening of the nonprofit’s new state headquarters.

Founder and Executive Director Pa Ousman Joof, alongside Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell, right, prepares to cut the ribbon during the grand opening of the Washington West African Center on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, in Lynnwood, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
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3 men charged in armed home invasion near Everett

Prosecutors allege the trio targeted other Asian American homes across Snohomish, Whatcom and King counties.

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