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The Snohomish Riverfront Trail was closed Friday due to flooding along the Snohomish River on Friday, March 20, 2026 in Snohomish, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

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Flooding from prolonged atmospheric river expected in Monroe, Snohomish

The Snohomish River is expected to reach major flood stage by Friday night, continuing into Saturday morning, in…

A man works on a balcony at the Cedar Pointe Apartments, a 255-apartment complex for seniors 55+, at 17309 40th Ave. in January 2020 in Arlington. Washington attorney general Nick Brown named the owners of the Cedar Pointe complex as one of five defendants in a complaint alleging they engaged in unfair and deceptive practices. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)

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State reaches settlement with Snohomish County apartment owners

The companies did not admit fault as part of a $7 million settlement that will go toward building…

A view of Colby Avenue in downtown Everett in October 2025. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Government

Everett to consider increased utility tax rate

The city currently charges a 6% fee for utility services. The new tax could increase that to 12%.

A view of downtown Everett facing northwest in October 2025. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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ICE arrests in Snohomish County are rising, UW data shows

Immigration arrests are nearing historic levels across the Pacific Northwest, University of Washington researchers have found.

Snohomish County Firefighters Pipes and Drums march into Shawn O’Donnell’s during the pub’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Snohomish County celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with food, music

The holiday celebrating Irish culture saw dozens gather at Shawn O’Donnell’s for musical performances, beer and food.

Two Swift Orange Line buses wait at the Edmonds College Transit Center on Friday, Aug. 1, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Community Transit announces regular service changes

Some bus routes will see more more trips, while others will see less frequent arrivals. The changes go…

Jon Bauer, the Everett Herald’s opinion editor and Herald employee for over 24 years, outside the newspapers new office building along Hewitt Avenue on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Daily Herald’s opinion editor to leave newspaper

Jon Bauer, the opinion editor for over a decade, will join Cascadia Daily News in Bellingham.

From left, Rep. Rick Larsen, Traci Brusse and Andrea Mankee in the Community Medical Services clinic on Thursday in Everett. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

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Rep. Larsen tours new Everett opioid treatment clinic

The clinic, used to treat opioid addiction through medication and counseling, opened on Monday.

The Everett Wastewater Treatment Plant along the Snohomish River on Thursday, June 16, 2022 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
The Everett Wastewater Treatment Plant along the Snohomish River on Thursday, June 16, 2022 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Government

Everett proposes more changes to utility billing timelines

The city is proposing the changes with the hope of preventing excessive late fees, staff said.

The Everett City Council on Jan. 7, 2026. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

Crime & Justice

Everett approves new penalties for drug exposure to children

The law adds an additional charge for individuals who expose children to certain drugs.

Snohomish County PUD crews work to repair power lines on Wednesday, Dec. 17 along Marine Drive in Stanwood, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

Local News

Wind advisory issued for Snohomish County

The windy weather could bring gusts up to 50 miles per hour, forecasters say. Power outages are possible.

Education

Everett High School counselor wins state award

Gretchen Stiger was named the Washington School Counselor of the Year.

A row of buses sit on an Everett Public Schools lot in October 2025 in Everett. (Aaron Kennedy / The Herald)

Local News

Everett Public Schools buys land for new elementary school

The new school will be located east of Mill Creek in the southeast portion of the district.

Members of the Mukilteo School District Board of Directors at a school board meeting Tuesday, March 10, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

Education

Mukilteo School District plans for possible staff cuts

The school board is set to vote on a resolution that outlines possible cuts of about 41 positions,…

The morning sun melts trace amounts of snow on Tuesday morning in Everett, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

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Snohomish County sees dusting of snow

Areas in the north of the county saw about an inch of snow accumulate in the morning. Roads…

A Puget Sound Express whale watching charter passes by the M/V Puyallup at the Edmonds Ferry Terminal on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Bill could allow walk-on ferry service in Everett, statewide

State legislators need to work out differences between the House and Senate versions of the bill before it…

A person walks into Apollo Exos Records on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Life

Apollo Exos, hub for brews and tunes, will expand

The late-night record shop and beer bar will have a big expansion sometime over the next year, its…

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Local News

Everett utilities to switch to monthly meter readings

A transition period of three longer-than-usual 40-day billing cycles will mean some residents may see temporarily higher bills.

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Government

Everett distributes annual human needs grants

The city allocated about $338,000 worth of grants to service providers across the city.

Olivia Vanni / The Herald
The Mukilteo Lighthouse. Built in 1906, it’s one of the most iconic landmarks in Snohomish County.

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Mukilteo to consider lease of waterfront property

The city could lease the land to a developer or build a park there. The move is part…