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Public defender Jason Schwarz (left) directs a courtroom deputy as he and convicted violent rapist Daniel Miltenberger prepare to approach the bench during Miltenberger’s sentencing hearing Tuesday before Snohomish County Superior Court Judge Linda C. Krese. (Dan Bates / The Herald)

Violent Silver Lake rapist gets 38 years behind bars

Daniel Miltenberger attacked a stranger at gunpoint at the front door to her home. He’s a 10-time felon.

Public defender Jason Schwarz (left) directs a courtroom deputy as he and convicted violent rapist Daniel Miltenberger prepare to approach the bench during Miltenberger’s sentencing hearing Tuesday before Snohomish County Superior Court Judge Linda C. Krese. (Dan Bates / The Herald)
Snohomish County teachers studying impacts of trauma

Snohomish County teachers studying impacts of trauma

17 local schools are incorporating new thinking on adverse childhood experiences.

Snohomish County teachers studying impacts of trauma
Lawsuit settled over 2016 warehouse fire on riverfront

Lawsuit settled over 2016 warehouse fire on riverfront

After the court case, though, problems continue with the Everett site, which is now for sale.

Lawsuit settled over 2016 warehouse fire on riverfront
Skotdals plan new apartments in downtown Everett

Skotdals plan new apartments in downtown Everett

The property, at 2721 Wetmore Ave., is currently a parking lot. Sixty-three units are planned.

Skotdals plan new apartments in downtown Everett
Boy, 15, pleads guilty to kicking death of teen in Marysville

Boy, 15, pleads guilty to kicking death of teen in Marysville

Prosecutors are seeking 30 days behind bars, which is the higher end of what’s allowed for minors.

Boy, 15, pleads guilty to kicking death of teen in Marysville
Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin speaks at her first of State of Everett address held at the Ed Hansen Conference Center in the Angels of the Winds Arena on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2018 in Everett, Wa. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)

Franklin’s directive will tackle Everett’s budget woes

The city’s revenue projections are not keeping pace with spending, and costs are mushrooming.

Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin speaks at her first of State of Everett address held at the Ed Hansen Conference Center in the Angels of the Winds Arena on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2018 in Everett, Wa. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)
“Compromised by deterioration,” Everett apartments condemned

“Compromised by deterioration,” Everett apartments condemned

The city says the conditions at Broadway Station Apartments were unsafe for tenants.

“Compromised by deterioration,” Everett apartments condemned

Everett appeals court’s ban on dress code for bikini baristas

The baristas say they seek to protect their civil rights. The case is on hold pending the appeal.

Load up: Cheesecake Factory plans Lynnwood location

Load up: Cheesecake Factory plans Lynnwood location

The chain restaurant is listed as a tenant in new development at Alderwood mall.

Load up: Cheesecake Factory plans Lynnwood location
Faith Lutheran Church (of Everett) pastor Arhiana Shek (left) conducts a Bible study in Spanish with members Martha Schutten (center) and Fran Ulloa at Ulloa’s home in Lynnwood on Jan. 16. Although all the women speak and read English, studying in their first language, from a Spanish Bible, is a way to ensure they are understanding the intended meaning. (Dan Bates / The Herald)

Everett church starts parallel ministry for Spanish speakers

Faith Lutheran seeks to offer fellowship, service opportunities to immigrants

Faith Lutheran Church (of Everett) pastor Arhiana Shek (left) conducts a Bible study in Spanish with members Martha Schutten (center) and Fran Ulloa at Ulloa’s home in Lynnwood on Jan. 16. Although all the women speak and read English, studying in their first language, from a Spanish Bible, is a way to ensure they are understanding the intended meaning. (Dan Bates / The Herald)
Everett coaches reaching out to teens about dating violence

Everett coaches reaching out to teens about dating violence

Free training focuses on a known strength of coaches: Being positive role models.

Everett coaches reaching out to teens about dating violence
Fix set for traffic woes at Riverfront townhomes in Everett

Fix set for traffic woes at Riverfront townhomes in Everett

Trains have been blocking access to one side of the new housing development.

Fix set for traffic woes at Riverfront townhomes in Everett

Man allegedly runs over, kills stepmother in Tulalip

His stepmom, 53, was left for dead in the road on the Tulalip Indian Reservation. She later died at the hospital.

A fancy new fountain is tested at Everett’s Waterfront Place

A fancy new fountain is tested at Everett’s Waterfront Place

The Port of Everett has installed bold new public art in anticipation of a new hotel and shops.

A fancy new fountain is tested at Everett’s Waterfront Place
A vision for Everett’s homeless students and their families

A vision for Everett’s homeless students and their families

An 82-unit complex, with social services on site, is planned for Baker Heights in north Everett.

A vision for Everett’s homeless students and their families
Marysville church fills backpacks of food for hungry students

Marysville church fills backpacks of food for hungry students

Volunteers at St. Mary Catholic Church have backpack ministry work parties every week.

Marysville church fills backpacks of food for hungry students

Everett-area man accused of peddling guns, grenades

Police reports say he had altered training grenades into pipe-bomb-style devices.

A log jam forms at the Centennial Trail overpass Sunday afternoon at Haller Bridge Park in Arlington on February 4, 2018. (Kevin Clark / The Daily Herald)

Waters are receding, but slopes remain dangerously soggy

Minor landslides and high water prompted closure of some Snohomish County roads Sunday and Monday.

A log jam forms at the Centennial Trail overpass Sunday afternoon at Haller Bridge Park in Arlington on February 4, 2018. (Kevin Clark / The Daily Herald)

Former Everett firefighter again investigated for sex crimes

David “Pete” Vier was arrested in Wyoming after two girls, 13 and 15, contacted police.

Originally constructed in 1911, the Marysville Opera House has been gaining popularity after opening its doors in March 2016 following a remodel. (Ian Terry / Herald file)

City of Marysville purchases historic downtown Opera House

The building ties into plans to redevelop the south end of town around the waterfront.

Originally constructed in 1911, the Marysville Opera House has been gaining popularity after opening its doors in March 2016 following a remodel. (Ian Terry / Herald file)