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Comment: Social media isn’t the town square politicians think it is

Only a few of each side’s base supporters get their news online. And actual voters aren’t impressed.

Opinion

Forum: Recognize worth of hard-working immigrant neighbors

Many came here for better lives and have helped build our communities. They deserve citizenship.

Northwest

WA’s food aid program for infants and mothers now funded through October

When the federal shutdown began Oct. 1, officials said money for the benefits could run out in a…

Nick Lawing, 13, right, and Kayak Pidgeon, 14, right, spray paint a canvas during Teen Night at the Schack Art Center on Sept. 18, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Local News

Art Friendship Club lifts up and connects kids

On a warm September evening outside of Schack Art Center in downtown Everett, a group of teenagers hung…

2024 Presidential Election Day Symbolic Elements.

Opinion

Editorial: Selecting county charter review panel fundamental

Voters’ picks of three members of the panel will help determine what amendments they see next fall.

Opinion

Comment: AI can be health care boon; it needs national policy

The technology offers great promise but must have predictable and consistent policy guidance.

WRX tS photo provided by Subaru U.S. Media Center

Life

2025 Subaru WRX tS Delivers Performance And Practicality

Six-Speed Manual Offers Fun And Security

Seahawks tight end AJ Barner (88) celebrates during a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025 at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington. (Photo courtesy of the Seattle Seahawks)

Sports

Seahawks tight end AJ Barner becomes touchdown maker

AJ Barner went to school this offseason.

Opinion

Schwab: Take the fork in the road or stick a fork in democracy

When troops kick down doors and zip-tie kids, when food aid is destroyed, there’s a choice to be…

Opinion

City of Snohomish: Keep incumbents for mayor, council

After attending the City of Snohomish candidate forum, I remain concerned about replacing experienced incumbents with inexperienced candidates…

Opinion

Everett school board: Jackson Laurence serves students

Last May, Anna Marie Jackson Laurence was appointed to school board Position 3, to finish the term of…

Opinion

Everett School Board: Student treated unfairly

I received a mailer recently from Robin Lee regarding the Everett School Board and Jackson High School’s robotics…

Opinion

Comment: Don’t count on U.S. shoppers to ignore tariffs’ costs

Consumers have gotten good at hunting for deals, finding substitutes or simply putting off purchases.

Opinion

The Buzz: We were hoping they were talking about Bugs Bunny

A cease-fire in Gaza. The government shutdown. OK, big deals, but what about the Super Bowl halftime show?

Seattle's Josh Naylor heads home to score in the second inning of Game 4 of the ALDS between the Tigers and the Seattle Mariners at Comerica Park in Detroit on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. (Robin Buckson / The Detroit News / Tribune News Services)

Sports

Mariners lose ALDS Game 4 lead, Tigers force decisive Game 5

Their champagne remains on ice.

2024 Presidential Election Day Symbolic Elements.

Opinion

Editorial: Frizzell best choice for diverse, growing Lynnwood

City council member Hurst has legitimate financial concerns, but Frizzell remains a skilled leader.

Opinion

Rough ride for buses: Better ‘manhole’ covers needed

I am a senior citizen who frequently rides public transit. I am appalled at the state of the…

Opinion

Compassion still exists following tragedy

I was moved and encouraged by the Oct. 3 article in the Everett Daily Herald, “Why one man…

Opinion

Comment: Democrats showed up to shutdown with policy demands

Their warning about increasing health care premiums may be resonating, even among Republican voters.

Opinion

Comment: White House threats against judges have crossed line

It’s one thing to criticize a ruling; another to falsely tie judges to left-wing agendas and terrorists.