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Allegedly drunk deputy prosecutor arrested in Chelan County

Chris Dickinson has been placed on leave pending an investigation of conduct on a business trip.

Everett High neighbor admits keying teacher’s car, police say

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Everett High neighbor admits keying teacher’s car, police say

A neighbor said she acted out of frustration. The act was reportedly caught on tape, twice.

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Man sentenced for Everett drug deal that ended in shooting

Brian Wingender, 23, is headed to prison after being taken into custody at Thursday’s hearing.

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Company cited before 5-year-old injured in downtown Everett

Investigators are reviewing what happened Friday when a mechanical lift contacted power lines.

Tamia Reese reacts during swim safety lessons Thursday afternoon at the Lynnwood Recreation Center. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

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Here’s where kids can learn an essential life skill — for free

One way to prevent drownings is to teach kids to swim, and a health agency will cover the…

Minimart robber was caught because she drove a Mercedes

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Minimart robber was caught because she drove a Mercedes

A woman who wore a business suit and was armed with a pellet gun has pleaded guilty.

Muddy and puddly, a Lynnwood park needs a facelift

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Muddy and puddly, a Lynnwood park needs a facelift

The city is starting with a playground replacement, with hopes for other large-scale renovations.

Everett fire chief: 911 calls ‘burning through human capital’

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Everett fire chief: 911 calls ‘burning through human capital’

Newly appointed Dave DeMarco, 47, is considering changes to how emergency services are deployed.

Everett police: Get to high-risk kids before the gangs do

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Everett police: Get to high-risk kids before the gangs do

Six months into the mayor’s order to address youth violence, some plans are still in draft mode.

School district poised to demolish 1911 Longfellow building

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School district poised to demolish 1911 Longfellow building

Preservation groups tried to save the building, but it’s in bad shape and offers were not deemed viable.

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Teen faces illegal gun charge after brother, 12, is wounded

They allegedly were playing with a revolver. Then the 16-year-old left the room.

Bikini baristas’ lawyer seeks to bow out of Everett lawsuit

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Bikini baristas’ lawyer seeks to bow out of Everett lawsuit

Derek Newman says his clients aren’t listening to him or paying their legal bills.

Everett’s free gun locks are aimed at weapon thefts

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Everett’s free gun locks are aimed at weapon thefts

More than 100 were reported stolen last year. The locks are part of an anti-gang-violence initiative.

Defense may argue insanity for Machias man accused of killing mother

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Defense may argue insanity for Machias man accused of killing mother

Zachary Konicke’s father survived the 2016 attack, which involved knives and fire.

Ruling might mean a third trial over attempt to kill ex-wife

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Ruling might mean a third trial over attempt to kill ex-wife

This time, an appeals court found that evidence implicating David Morgan was seized illegally.

Jury finds John Reed guilty in murders of his Oso neighbors

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Jury finds John Reed guilty in murders of his Oso neighbors

Patrick Shunn and Monique Patenaude were shot to death after a long-running dispute with Reed.

Jurors begin deliberations in John Reed murder trial

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Jurors begin deliberations in John Reed murder trial

They are considering first-degree murder charges in the deaths of Monique Patenaude and Patrick Shunn.

Man charged in Mountlake Terrace slaying of pregnant woman

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Man charged in Mountlake Terrace slaying of pregnant woman

Marta Haile died after blows from a cooking pot. The suspect has a history of mental health issues.

Diana Beal, with Compass Health, trains others to help young people in mental health crises. (Dan Bates / The Herald)

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They’ll teach you ‘mental health first aid’ at Compass Health

The nonprofit offers a number of classes for the public, companies and other organizations.

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City of Everett and firefighters union sign new contract

The ability to negotiate a minimum staffing level remains under review by the state Court of Appeals.