Local News
$16M grant to speed up broadband to north Snohomish County
In Darrington and elsewhere, rural residents have struggled to work remotely during the pandemic. A new project aims…
Business
Despite Arizona move, Everett leaders expect Funko HQ to stay
The toymaker is closing Everett warehouses. But a recent “HQ2” expansion has the city confident Funko will remain…
Business
5G-related airline cancellations arrive at Paine Field
One type of plane serving Everett is subject to restrictions due to feared cellular phone interference with navigation.
Business
Funko to close Everett warehouses, shift work to Arizona
The company headquarters are currently in downtown Everett, but distribution will move to a Phoenix suburb.
Local News
Washington justices uphold $18M fine in GMO-labeling case
Big grocers funneled dark money into a campaign against genetically modified labels on food packaging.
Northwest
More sustainable Washington wines are on the way
Labels will indicate grape growers met guidelines in 9 areas, including water, pest and labor practices.
Business
Alaska Airlines to add Boeing 737s to the Paine Field fleet
It’s a sign of the growing popularity of flying from Everett. So far, much smaller Embraer E175s have…
Northwest
Starbucks nixes vaccine mandate after Supreme Court ruling
The move reverses a policy the coffee company announced earlier this month.
Local News
Regulators OK doubling of composting operation in Stanwood
Lenz Enterprises can now handle 150,000 tons a year. Residents worry odors will be a problem.
Local News
Child care’s heightened burden takes parents out of workforce
One Snohomish County mom said she couldn’t return to work “because I didn’t have child care and I…
Local News
Everett bar owner arrested again on new sexual assault charges
Christian Sayre, longtime owner of The Anchor Pub, was charged Friday with 10 counts of felony sex offenses.
Northwest
Microsoft to review workplace harassment, including Bill Gates allegations
One engineer wrote in a letter that she had a sexual relationship with Gates over several years.
Local News
Snohomish roofing company fined another $425K for safety violations
Allways Roofing has had at least seven serious injuries on its job sites, according to the state.
Business
Hydrogen-powered aircraft company ZeroAvia coming to Everett
It adds to Snohomish County’s growing repertoire of firms focused on flight without petroleum.
Business
Businesses and nonprofits plan to push through COVID in 2022
“You can’t just wait until the fog clears,” says one business owner. Here’s what he and others are…
Business
Economic Alliance launches new diversity and equity program
The economic development group hopes for widespread participation among the region’s employers.
Local News
Federal lawsuit challenges ‘tribal monopoly’ on sports betting
Maverick Gaming wants to invalidate compacts allowing tribes, including the Tulalip and Stillaguamish, to offer sports wagering.
Business
Boeing keeps giving big money to lawmakers who voted to overturn the election
Amazon and Microsoft stopped donating to members of Congress who voted against certifying the election.
Business
CEO of electric aircraft-engine company is stepping down
Roei Ganzarski, CEO of magniX and chairman of Eviation Aircraft, plans to leave both Snohomish County firms.
Local News
Edmonds council cuts ‘streateries’ permit fee in half
After weeks of deliberation, council members compromised on the cost of restaurants’ outdoor dining spaces.