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Call Congress to protect funding for social safety net programs

When I was a child, my mother did not discourage me or my siblings from drawing, writing or…

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Build more housing sustainably to protect environment, climate

As a young person, I want to call attention to what citizens and local government are doing to…

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Honor federal workers in service of public

As the president of the Everett Chapter of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE) and…

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Editorial cartoons for Thursday, May 8

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

Local News

WA State Supreme Court upholds ban on high-capacity ammo magazine sales

Firearm magazines that hold more than 10 rounds will remain outlawed under a 2022 law that a gun…

Photo courtesy of Historic Everett Theatre
The Elvis Challenge takes place Saturday at the Historic Everett Theatre.

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A&E Calendar for May 8

Send calendar submissions to features@heraldnet.com. To ensure your item is seen by an editor, be sure to put…

The Seattle Mariners' Julio Rodríguez (44) is congratulated by J.P. Crawford (3) after he hit a home run against the Athletics in the first inning at Sutter Health Park on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, in Sacramento, California. (Ezra Shaw / Getty Images / Tribune News Services)

Sports

Jim Moore: Can the Mariners continue their spring roll?

Fans’ opinions mixed on whether or not the M’s will disappoint once again.

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The Washington state Capitol on April 18.

Local News

Why police accountability efforts failed again in the Washington Legislature

Much like last year, advocates saw their agenda falter in the latest session.

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Editorial cartoons for Wednesday, May 7

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

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French: From Day 1, impunity for friends, fear for critics

Trump telegraphed his intent by pardoning the Jan. 6 rioters and yanking security from a former ally.

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Burke: ‘Big One’ will hit one day; today’s the day to prepare

Could be weeks. Could be years. But a massive quake will hit the Northwest. Plan and prepare now.

Miami Hurricanes tight end Elijah Arroyo (8) on a long pass reception against the Virginia Tech Hokies during the first half of an ACC conference football game at Hard Rock Stadium on Friday, September 27, 2024, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (Al Diaz / Tribune New Services)

Sports

Elijah Arroyo shows as ‘big target’ for Seahawks

RENTON, Wash. — The Seattle Seahawks wrapped up their rookie minicamp on Sunday. Here are some observations about…

Liz Skinner, right, and Emma Titterness, both from Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish County, speak with a man near the Silver Lake Safeway while conducting a point-in-time count Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024, in Everett, Washington. The man, who had slept at that location the previous night, was provided some food and a warming kit after participating in the PIT survey. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Opinion

Editorial: County had no choice but to sue over new grant rules

New Trump administration conditions for homelessness grants could place county in legal jeopardy.

Opinion

Dowd: The day that Trump’s world collided with reality

Not that he’d say so, but Trump blinked when the markets reacted poorly to his tariff plan.

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Stephens: Oval Office debacle not what Ukraine nor U.S. needed

A dressing-down of Ukraine’s president by Trump and Vance put a peace deal further out of reach.

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Comment: Are MAGA faithful nearing end of patience with Trump?

For Trump’s most ardent fans, their nostalgia for Trump’s first term has yet to be fulfilled by his…

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Editorial cartoons for Tuesday, May 6

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

Heavy rain eroded part of Upper Hoh Road, closing it in December. (Photo courtesy of Jefferson County)
Heavy rain eroded part of Upper Hoh Road, closing it in December. (Photo courtesy of Jefferson County)

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Hoh Rain Forest road to reopen after state assistance to repair washout

With the help of over $600,000 in state money, the sole access road to Olympic National Park’s popular…

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Brroks: Signalgate explains a lot about why it’s come to this

The carelessness that added a journalist to a sensitive group chat is shared throughout the White House.

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Editorial cartoons for Monday, May 5

A sketchy look at the news of the day.