Opinion
Mukilteo school board policy restricts employees’ speech
School boards are not private employers. They are public bodies elected to represent taxpayers and oversee institutions that…
Opinion
Comment: Aging levees, heavier storms a rising threat in West
Levees built 60 or more years ago, increasingly heavy rains and a move into floodplains pose dangers.
Opinion
Comment: U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen looks back at eventful, busy 2025
The 2nd District congressman listened, legislated and led on issues vital to his constituents.
Opinion
Comment: Some western states carrying more debt than others
Washington state’s bond and pension liabilities carry a per-capita debt of $15,400, 11th highest in the U.S.
Opinion
Forum: What share of blame should left bear for Trump’s reign?
Those who voted for Trump aren’t ignorant. Were they driven to him by the excesses of the left…
Opinion
Forum: Upgrades to Old Snohomish Road can limit road closures
Replacing a drain with culverts, along with other improvements, would limit closures caused by flooding.
Opinion
Editorial: ‘Millionaires’ tax’ can deliver fairness, revenue
The governor’s proposal should be placed on the ballot, allowing voters a chance to rebalance tax fairness.
Opinion
Comment: Chamber marks first year of building a Greater Everett
A relaunched Greater Everett Chamber is building connections, trust and community to aid businesses.
Life
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Local News
Photos: Hundreds take the plunge in Edmonds
The annual New Year’s Polar Bear Plunge has been a tradition for 19 years.
Sports
Three Seahawks who could decide pivotal 49ers clash
RENTON, Wash. — Much has changed since the San Francisco 49ers narrowly defeated the Seattle Seahawks in Week…
Sports
Seahawks look to clean up offense in crucial 49ers game
Seattle’s 28 turnovers are near the bottom of the league heading into a Saturday battle for the No.…
Opinion
Herald’s LifeWise coverage succinct, factual
Thanks for William Geschke’s great article on the LifeWise lawsuit against Everett Public Schools (“LifeWise sues Everett district,…
Opinion
Photo among 2025’s best photos showed Herald’s bias
Looking at your article about the best photos of 2025 and seeing the main picture proves my pointabout…
Opinion
Steves’ generosity to community saves Lynnwood hygiene center
The generosity of Rick Steves has once again supported the local community by buying the Lynnwood Hygiene Center…
Opinion
Congress should press for full release of Epstein files
Why do you suppose Donald Trump adamantly opposed the release of the Epstein files in June of 2025…
Opinion
Comment: As cracks widen in Trump’s power, the resistance grows
Leading the fight, instead of political figures, have been citizens at protests, elections and on grand juries.
Opinion
Schwab: Everett’s police department puts emphasis on community
A Police Chief’s Advisory Board seat allows a closer look at Everett’s policies and innovations.
Opinion
The Buzz: Don’t mind us; we’re just sitting here silently, influencing
The kids are making money off boredom. It’s just the kind of sloth we all should celebrate.
Opinion
Comment: Even under attack, science saw major breakthroughs in ‘26
Advances in the study of blood, genetics, GLP-1s and more were among 2025’s intriguing scientific work.