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Tribes echo call for new probe of 2015 in-custody death
The family of Cecil Lacy Jr., of Tulalip, says officials conspired to protect law enforcement.
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City’s no-sit, no-lie ban could be unconstitutional, some say
The city of Everett says the ordinance is a legal, constructive part of a new homeless-shelter plan.
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Voters may have a say in 1,500-acre Lake Stevens annexation
The August ballot might include an advisory vote to gauge interest on a move that could affect thousands.
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New plan earmarks millions of dollars for pre-K programs
The Snohomish County Council unanimously approved the policy, with a focus on young, vulnerable kids.
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Lawsuit blames Snohomish County for 2018 jail overdose death
Jailers ignored signs Denise Huffer wasn’t OK, her sister says. The county is reviewing the claim.
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Snohomish County Council delays education spending vote
The council is now slated to decide next week on the measure, which targets a pre-K learning gap.
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County Council proposes to address a big pre-K learning gap
Members are rethinking how to spend earmarked education money to “make a real difference.”
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Assessor: Typical 2021 homeowner tax bill akin to last year’s
Snohomish County property owners will get tax statements in March. Some increased. Others decreased.
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Low opposes activist’s appointment to justice advisory group
He cited Luisana Hernandez’ “anti-police” Facebook posts. But he misconstrued the comments, she said.
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Justices nix state drug possession law; authorities react
Police must stop arresting people for simple possession. Snohomish County’s prosecutor and sheriff were still evaluating the impact.
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Former Mill Creek director rejects appointment to top role
Jeff Balentine declined the job for “personal reasons.” That’s all he can say under a city contract.
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Everett pallet shelter plan moves forward, with key caveat
The makeshift village could be on Smith Avenue — but only if people are barred from loitering nearby.
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Point Wells developer makes another appeal to County Council
BSRE says that the county again wrongly denied its condominium plan for an industrial site near Woodway.
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Cyclist dies in early morning crash in Lake Stevens
The collision happened in a rural, northeastern area of the city. The victim was a 22-year-old man.
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Planning commissioner vindicated following ethics complaint
Two critics said Merle Ash profited from his public role. A Snohomish County ethics commission disagreed.
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‘Pallet’ village for Everett’s homeless could open in June
The Everett City Council must still vote on the project’s components, including a “no-sit, no-lie” ordinance.
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Hearing examiner denies Point Wells high-rise condo proposal
It’s the second time BSRE’s plan was determined to not conform to county rules. But the saga isn’t…
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Local businesses reeling over massive unemployment tax hike
State lawmakers are considering a bill that would moderate the increase, avoiding a big impact now.
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Paine Field makes short list of airports that could grow
Arlington’s airport is also in the running, says a state group planning for future air travel demand.
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Everett-based Pallet offers a novel way to shelter homeless
The manufacturer’s small, temporary homes have helped hundreds of people get off the streets around Puget Sound.