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Unveiling a new HeraldNet.com on Wednesday

Get ready for a new look for our award-winning local news, opinion and sports. Check back soon for…

The Everett Herald’s newest environmental issues reporter Eliza Aronson. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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The Herald’s Aronson selected for investigative role

The change comes after more than a year covering environmental news.

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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…

Sports

Everett to host Seahawks NFL FLAG Regional Tournament

EVERETT — The 2026 Seahawks NFL FLAG Regional Tournament has been awarded to Everett, Washington.

The Washington men's soccer team celebrates winning the national championship after a 3-2 overtime victory over North Carolina State on Monday, Dec. 15, 2025 at First Horizon Stadium in Cary, North Carolina. (Photo courtesy of Washington Athletics)

Sports

Washington men’s soccer claims program’s first national title

Harrison Bertos nets the winning goal in overtime as Huskies win 3-2 over NC State

Floodwater from the Snohomish River partially covers a flood water sign along Lincoln Avenue on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Images from the flooding in Snohomish County.

EVERETT — Our photographers have spent this week documenting the flooding in Snohomish County. Please check out their…

Floodwater from the Snohomish River partially covers a flood water sign along Lincoln Avenue on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Flood resources: Where to find emergency shelter, sandbags

As the county remains under flood warnings due to record-breaking river flows, cities are offering resources for those…

Bob Hammond wades through the water covering Main Street on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Sultan, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Live Updates: Boating home on Skywall Drive

Key developments:Snohomish Regional Fire Rescue: 26 people rescued since Wednesday evening.Rescue swimmers help evacuate Snohomish residents and pets.Skykomish…

Andrea Gould-Linder carries out her uncles’ cat Diva as she helps her family evacuate their home on Ebey Island on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Ferguson declares state of emergency; National Guard to be deployed

Key developments:More than 400 Guard members to be deployed in the next two days.Latest forecast: Stilly River predicted…

Drivers attempt to navigate floodwater from the Skykomish River covering Mann Road on Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025 in Sultan, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Weather updates: Red Cross shelter opens at fairgrounds in Monroe

Key developments:After a brief lull, heavy rain expected to return Tuesday night.Red Cross shelter open in Monroe.Snohomish River…

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Vending machines offer hope in Snohomish County in time for the holidays.

Mariners’ radio announcer Rick Rizzs will help launch a Light The World Giving Machine Tuesday in Lynnwood. A…

The Everett AquaSox announced promotions and staff additions for the 2026 season. (Photo courtesy of the Everett AquaSox)

Sports

AquaSox announce front office promotions and additions

EVERETT — The Everett AquaSox Baseball Club announced Wednesday an internal promotion and several staff additions ahead of…

Everett NewsGuild members cheer as a passing car honks in support of their strike on Monday, June 24, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Unionized Herald staff ratify first contract with company

The ratification brings an end to two years of negotations between the newspaper and the union.

Everett AquaSox pitcher Christian Little pitches in his High-A debut against the Eugene Emeralds on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2025 at Funko Field in Everett, Wash. (Photo courtesy of Shari Sommerfeld / Everett AquaSox)

Sports

Little shines, AquaSox stumble late against Emeralds

AquaSox pitcher Christian Little allowed one run in five innings in his High-A debut.

Emerson Hancock of the Seattle Mariners pitches in the first inning against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, in Boston. (Jaiden Tripi / Getty Images / Tribune News Services)

Sports

Now a reliever, former starter Emerson Hancock returns to M’s

SEATTLE — Emerson Hancock, a starter earlier in the season for the Mariners, has returned as a relief…

Everett AquaSox infielder Carter Dorighi makes a catch during the game against the Spokane Indians on Thursday, July 24, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Sports

AquaSox fall to Hops’ late rally 5-4

Although their offense collected five extra-base hits, the Everett AquaSox narrowly lost to the Hillsboro Hops 5-4 at…

Sports

AquaSox allow five homers in an 8-1 loss to Tri-City

Brandon Eike doubled twice for the Frogs as Everett doubled five times.

Everett AquaSox pitcher Nick Payero throws against Tri-City on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at Funko Field in Everett, Washington. (Photo courtesy of Evan Morud / Everett AquaSox)

Sports

Nick Payero strikes out nine in AquaSox win

EVERETT — Courtesy of a strong start from Nick Payero and a first-inning scoring burst, the Everett AquaSox…

Sports

Former Seahawks Bobby Wagner joins Storm ownership group

SEATTLE – The Seattle Storm announced Wednesday that former Seattle Seahawks All-Pro linebacker Bobby Wagner will join the…

Colt Emerson of the Everett AquaSox takes a swing during a game at Funko Field in Everett on Sunday, July 20, 2025. (Photo courtesy of Evan Morud / Everett AquaSox)

Sports

Emerson’s Blast Powers Everett Victory as AquaSox win series

EVERETT — Courtesy of a birthday blast from Seattle Mariners top prospect Colt Emerson, the Everett AquaSox downed…