Seahawks safety Nick Emmanwori (3) lines up against the Minnesota Vikings in a game at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington on Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025. (Photo courtesy of the Seattle Seahawks)

Sports

Nick Emmanwori makes plays everywhere for Seahawks

The rookie safety lines up in many different spots for Seattle’s dominant defense.

Seahawks safety Julian Love (20) reacts after sacking San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington on Sunday, Sept 7, 2025.

Sports

Seahawks hope to get Love back soon

Julian Love’s work to get back from injury might pay off this week.

Opinion

Saunders: Who wouldn’t love to fly in friendlier skies?

Three cheers and an extra bag of pretzels for Transportation secretary’s call for better dress and manners.

Opinion

Comment: Rationale to disobey illegal orders has solemn history

The justification is based on the events of the Nuremberg trials and concerned Germany and the entire world.

Opinion

Comment: Here’s how Trump can make his tariff rebates work well

Just don’t tell him the idea uses Canada’s approach regarding rebates for its consumption tax.

Opinion

Goldberg: Support groups defending immigrants detained by ICE

With an administration disinterested in the rights of detainees, the groups are desperate for funding.

Opinion

Comment: Prosecute fraud; not entire communities of immigrants

Trump’s accusations against Somalis in Minnesota are unfocused and tar innocent individuals.

Our “Evergreen State” of Washington filled with native conifers like Douglas Fir, Western Hemlock and Red Cedar, among others. (Sunnyside Nursery)

Life

Conifers Large and Small

With old man winter approaching shortly, December presents a perfect opportunity for a topic that I have personally…

Seattle Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV addresses his teammates after being awarded a game ball following a 26-0 win over the Minnesota Vikings at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington on Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025. (Photo courtesy of the Seattle Seahawks)

Sports

Ernest Jones caps enriching week with best Seahawks game

Ernest Jones just had one of the best games of his life — in the non-Super Bowl-winning category,…

Opinion

Comment: ‘Dimming’ the sun is a bad idea; tech bros make it worse

Deflecting the sun’s rays to cool the climate has many drawbacks. Government should rein in proposals.

Opinion

Comment: Why isn’t ICE stopped? Two branches won’t check third.

A permissive Supreme Court and a subservient Congress is content to allow civil rights abuses to continue.

Opinion

Friedman: Concerned for Middle East? Here’s where you can help:

These organizations are working to rebuild lives and build community among the peoples of the Middle East.

Opinion

Comment: Supreme Court offers GOP best shot to hold the House

The gerrymandering spree is a response to the possibility of Democrats retaking the House next year.

A Flock Safety camera on Oct. 28, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Northwest

Washington lawmakers want to regulate license plate readers

Washington state lawmakers next year hope to rein in law enforcement’s use of automated license plate readers amid…

Aleen Alshamman carries her basket as she picks out school clothes with the help of Operation School Bell volunteers on Sept. 24, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Opinion

Editorial: Feeling generous? Your help is needed here, elsewhere

Giving Tuesday invites your financial support and volunteer hours for worthy charities and nonprofits.

Opinion

Nothing seditious about Democratic veterans’ video

Oh, honestly! A group of Democratic veterans pointed out that our military can and should refuse to obey…

Opinion

Citizens group finds common ground on rules for immigration enforcement

A group of local citizens gathered on a recent Sunday at the Lynnwood Library to discuss the topic…

Opinion

Where’s outrage of state’s tax-happy ‘kings”?

After attending a “No Kings” rally in Snohomish, a letter writer shared her observation of a child holding…

Charlie Laughtland, left, and Tim Brincefield, right, sort out cans of corn, pears and diced tomatoes at the Edmonds Food Bank on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Opinion

Comment: Ensuring food aid nourishes people’s bodies and dignity

Food banks and programs like SNAP need to take steps to prevent social stigma from discouraging their use.

Opinion

Comment: Monroe peer-to-peer program builds hope behind bars

Monroe Correctional Center’s Peer Resource Program makes the most of second chances for those incarcerated.