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Editorial cartoons for Sunday, April 27

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

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Let Trump tax cuts expire to trim deficits

The 2017 tax cuts that President Trump pushed through Congress are set to expire in December.

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Thanks for a fun, positive story about a young author

A recent front-page story was very encouraging and uplifting to read (“Edmonds 7-year-old publishes children’s book featuring ‘Drippey’…

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Offer religious study outside of the school day

Everett school district taxpayers spend millions of dollars every year funding school facilities, staff and supplies so that…

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Greene has background, skills for Everett mayor’s office

I am endorsing Dr. Janice Greene for Mayor for the City of Everett.

An autumn-themed display at Wagner Jewelers in Marysville. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Shine bright with Snohomish County’s top jewelry finds

Three dazzling shops where elegance, craft, and sparkle come together.

County Council members Jared Mead, left, and Nate Nehring speak to students on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, during Civic Education Day at the Snohomish County Campus in Everett, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

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Editorial: Students get a life lesson in building bridges

Two county officials’ civics campaign is showing the possibilities of discourse and government.

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Roberts: Gutting of scientific research will leave us blind

The Trump administration’s deep cuts to science and research will harm our economy and environment.

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Comment: Funding delays jeopardize research of healthy aging

A freeze of NIH funding threatens research into aging and Alzheimer’s at the UW School of Medicine.

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Comment: Meaningful law on rent requires bill’s earlier version

As lawmakers seek a deal, rent stabilization should keep a 7 percent cap and apply to single homes.

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Forum: Trump cuts to museum funding hit Imagine Children’s

The defunding of a museum and library program means the loss of a science lab for preschoolers.

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Forum: We strive for Belonging, then keep it to ourselves

From childhood we treat Belonging as something to be jealously guarded. What if others belong, too?

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Comment: Higher tax on tobacco pouches could backfire

A proposed 95 percent tax on smokeless tobacco could lead some back to more dangerous cigarettes.

Trees and foliage grow at the Rockport State Park on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 in Rockport, Washington. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

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Washington Legislature approves hiking Discover Pass price to $45

The price for a Washington state Discover Pass would rise by $15 later this year, under a bill…

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Editorial cartoons for Saturday, April 26

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

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Wrap up something wonderful

Discover the top 3 gift shops in Snohomish County for charm, creativity, and feel-good finds.

Horses dash from the starting gate in the 2024 Longacres Mile at Emerald Downs. This year's Mile is scheduled for Aug. 17. (Photo courtesy of Doug Parry)

Sports

Emerald Downs opens Sunday

The Auburn track looks to benefit from California closures.

Offensive lineman Grey Zabel participates in a drill during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 2, 2025, in Indianapolis. (Stacy Revere / Getty Images / Tribune News Services)

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Seahawks draft much-needed offensive lineman in first round

Seattle GM John Schneider stays at pick 18, drafts Grey Zabel of North Dakota State

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Zabel plans to bring farm toughness to Seattle

True to his on-the-farm nature, Grey Zabel was rising early, grinding hard and kicking butt.

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Editorial cartoons for Friday, April 25

A sketchy look at the news of the day.