Letters
Letter: Each sides of abortion debate must respect speech rights of other
I recently attended a rally sponsored by “40 days for life” and “I stand with planned” representatives who…
Letters
Letter: Keep Snohomish’s First Street authentic, honor past
I grew up in the 1940s and 1950s living at Avenue E and First Street in the city…
Opinion
Comment: Constitution clear that Trump can’t nationalize elections
Claiming it act of ‘national security’ is not a basis to seize powers the Framers denied the executive.
Columnists
Schwab: War is serious and deadly; Trump, Hegseth aren’t serious
The pair cut corners in limiting civilian deaths and didn’t consider consequences. What could go wrong?
Local News
WA legislative session ends with budgets passed and a dash of drama
Democrats’ income tax bill dominated much of the 60 days. A host of unsolved issues is left lingering…
Life
The Bard in a Backpack: Shakespeare troupe tours Whidbey to promote summer season
Shakespeare is hitting the road again, this time with Hamlet and a Happy Hour.
Opinion
Small claims court isn’t what you’d expect from TV
If you are lucky, you never have to be a part of a civil lawsuit, however, most people…
Life
South Whidbey at Home celebrates 10 years of helping neighbors
The organization is a membership-based nonprofit supporting older South Whidbey residents.
In Our View
Editorial: A look at what got done and what didn’t in Olympia
In a short session, legislators passed consequential bills. But there’s work left for next time.
Best Of
Snohomish County’s go-to for fast food favorites
Local voters crowned this fast food favorite for quality, consistency and crowd-pleasing classics.
Sports
More Bobo coming in 2026 for Seahawks
The Seattle Seahawks on Wednesday retained the rights of restricted free agent receiver Jake Bobo on a right-of-first-refusal…
Opinion
Comment: Studies finding ‘use it or lose it’ applies to brain, too
Analysis of decades of Medicare data shows brain training can limit the likelihood and onset of dementia.
Letters
Letter: What if millionaires tax is lowered and gets us, too?
As to the state Senate Bill 6346, the precedent-setting “millionaires tax,” I have fears, doubts and concerns. The…
Letters
Letter: Elections don’t need voter ID law
I’m writing in response to a letter published recently concerning Voter ID, “Pay no attention to scare tactics.”…
Letters
Letter: If war with Iran is necessary, make the case to Congress
How is Donald Trump so sure it’s essential to start a war with Iran, when he doesn’t have…
Northwest
Businesses can’t require microchip implants for workers under new WA law
Injected under the skin, usually between the thumb and index finger, microchip implants can serve as identification or…
Sports
Riq Woolen leaves Seahawks for 1-year deal with Eagles
Seattle chooses Josh Jobe over the Woolen’s electric, but inconsistent play.