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FILE — A Russian Army recruitment poster in Moscow, June 25, 2025. The war in Ukraine has killed or wounded as many as 1.2 million Russians. (Nanna Heitmann/The New York Times)

Opinion

Comment: How is Putin’s war in Ukraine playing in Russia?

Russians’ support may be more fragile than many assume.

A press operator grabs a Herald newspaper to check over as the papers roll off the press in March 2022 in Everett. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald file photo)

In Our View

Editorial: Hope flickers to ‘irrigate’ the state’s news deserts

Two journalism programs are joining forces, but the state still can help provide a funding source.

Opinion

Roberts: Whatever EPA protecting it’s not environment or us

Its scuttling of a 2009 climate finding could doom the U.S. to economic and environmental losses.

Opinion

Comment: County should follow board’s order on critical habitat

Snohomish groups advised that critical area protections were lacking. A state board has now agreed.

Opinion

Comment: Flock cameras need rules to protect public’s privacy

Legislation would create regulations for data collected by license plate cameras and prevent abuses.

Opinion

Forum: The day’s catch from the dock for a grandson and buddies

Not a squid was snagged, but a hat was fished from the drink, as was laughter and honest…

Opinion

Forum: Residents were left in the dark about Lynnwood’s wastewater treatment expansion

Lynnwood’s planned wastewater treatment plant expansion on Browns Bay is being described as “non-significant.” For nearby residents, that…

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Editorial Cartoons

Editorial cartoons for Saturday, Feb. 28

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

Mustang Mach-E GT photo provided by Ford Media Center

Life

2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT AWD Adds More Value

Heat pump, sporty appearance and BlueCruise added

The Lumen Field playing surfaced received an F grade by Seattle Seahawks players, per an ESPN report. (Photo courtesy of the Seattle Seahawks)

Sports

Lumen Field playing surface receives F grade from players

Seahawks receive mostly high marks, but turf fields receive growing criticism league-wide.

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Editorial Cartoons

Editorial cartoons for Friday, Feb. 27

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

Columnists

Schwab: Sure, the SOTU address was a mess, but what else is new

In case you missed it – or just had to look away – here’s a sample of what…

Columnists

Klein: What if Trump believes everything he’s telling us?

By Ezra Klein / The New York Times

Letters

Hospital use of drug discount program needs accountability

Claims by big hospital systems that the 340B Drug Pricing Program is “doing exactly what Congress intended” (“Comment:…

Letters

Jesse Jackson would remind us to keep hope alive

In these dark days of billionaire bandits and their cronies running the government, it is refreshing to read…

A “no trespassing” sign outside of Northwest ICE Processing Center, also known as Northwest Detention Center. (Photo by Grace Deng/Washington State Standard)

Northwest

WA lawmakers target immigrant detention center with tax, fine and oversight bills

The legislation is Democrats’ latest attempt to apply greater pressure and scrutiny to the Tacoma facility.

Photo credit: Vadara Med Spa website

Best Of

Snohomish County’s favorite places to refresh and recharge

From soothing treatments to advanced care, these spas stand out.

Seattle Seahawks head football coach Mike Macdonald (center) speaks to Seahawks players and coaches after a 13-3 win over the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on Saturday, Jan. 3, 2025. (Photo courtesy of the Seattle Seahawks)

Sports

Seahawks expect White House invitation

Despite reports that the team declined the offer, source says team would attend.

Opinion

Comment: Trump finally talked affordability, but was it convincing?

Polls show concerns about prices are a drag on Trump’s numbers. His address may not change many minds.

Opinion

Comment: U.S. Olympic athletes display something more than medals

What Team USA demonstrated, win or lose, was what comes of effort, tenacity, grace and sportsmanship.