From left to right, Lynnwood City Council Position 3 candidates Josh Binda, Tyler Hall and Bryce Owings.

Elections

Position 3 candidates focus on affordability amid city’s growth

City Council Vice President Josh Binda is seeking a second term against challengers Tyler Hall and Bryce Owings.

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Opinion

Editorial: Elect Hem, Rhyne, Burbano to Everett council seats

The Aug. 5 primary will determine the top two candidates for Council Districts 1, 2 and 4.

Local News

‘Voter friendly’ election ballots set to go out for Snohomish County voters

Materials will include some changes to make the process easier to vote in Aug. 5 primary.

Elections

Position 1 candidates prioritize public safety, differ on tax increases

Derica Escamilla is looking to retain her seat against challengers Dio Boucsieguez and Brandon Kimmel.

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Opinion

Editorial: Perkins, in strong field, best for Marysville council

The fifth-grade teacher hopes to improve outreach and participation with neighborhood meetings.

From left to right, Edmonds City Council Position 3 candidates Joseph Ademofe, Alex Newman and Erika Barnett.

Elections

Amid budget crisis, Edmonds City Council candidates talk revenue, affordability

Three newcomers are facing off for Position 3 on the council, currently held by council President Neil Tibbott.

Elections

District 2 candidates differ in public safety approach

Incumbent Paula Rhyne is facing challenger Ryan Crowther. The third candidate, Jonathan Shapiro, is no longer seeking the…

Elections

Everett mayor candidates focus on affordability, city budget in costly race

As incumbent Cassie Franklin seeks a third term in office, three candidates are looking to unseat her.

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Opinion

Editorial: Retain Escamilla, Binda on Lynnwood City Council

Escamilla was appointed a year ago. Binda is serving his first term.

Carli Brockman lets her daughter Carli, 2, help push her ballot into the ballot drop box on the Snohomish County Campus on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Local News

Here’s who filed for the primary election in Snohomish County

Positions with three or more candidates will go to voters Aug. 5 to determine final contenders for the…

Local News

Marysville Fire District seeks levy lid lift

The regional fire authority’s board of directors approved placing a levy lid lift on the August primary ballot.

Local News

Filing week opens for candidates seeking office

Those looking to run for office this year must file with county or state elections offices by 5…

FILE — Supporters of President Donald Trump storm the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Jan. 6, 2021. The Supreme Court’s ruling that Trump enjoyed broad immunity from prosecution over official acts has opened the possibility that more evidence in his attempt to subvert the 2020 election could be revealed in public court filings — maybe even before the upcoming presidential election. (Kenny Holston/The New York Times)

Opinion

Editorial: As important as voting is acceptance of voters’ will

Regardless of outcome, voters must acknowledge the result, then work within democracy’s framework.

A wall diagram shows the “journey of the ballot” at the new Elections Center on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Opinion

Editorial: Holding confidence in process, results of election

Election officials have worked to make the process transparent to remove doubts about its integrity.

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Opinion

Editorial: Everett voters should reject both wage initiatives

The complexities of wage and employment law require consideration of the issues by the city council.

Homeowners Jim and Chris Hall stand beneath their new heat pump, at right, inside their Whidbey Island home on Thursday, Sep. 7, 2023, near Langley, Washington. The couple, who are from Alaska, have decreased their use of their wood burning stove to reduce their carbon footprint. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Opinion

Editorial: Reject 1-2066 to preserve a climate solution

The initiative’s repeal of a state law could make it less affordable to move from gas to electric…

FILE - In this May 17, 2018, file photo attorneys walk up the steps of the Washington Supreme Court building, the Temple of Justice, in Olympia, Wash. The court on Thursday, Sept. 30, 2021, unanimously upheld the Washington's tax on big banks aimed at providing essential services and improving the state's regressive tax system. The 1.2% business and occupation surtax, a tax added on top of other taxes — was passed by the Legislature in 2019. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren, File)

Opinion

Editorial: Sal Muniga deserves seat on state Supreme Court

The Tacoma attorney has fought for reforms that assured fairness and access to the legal system.

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Opinion

Editorial: Pellicciotti, Kuderer best for state posts

Voters should return Mike Pellicciotti as treasurer and elect Patty Kuderer as insurance commissioner.

Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic presidential nominee, speaks during a campaign rally in La Crosse, Wis., on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024. At the rally, Harris slammed Donald Trump and said Americans were “exhausted with his gaslighting. Enough. We are ready to turn the page.” (Jamie Kelter Davis/The New York Times)

Opinion

Editorial: Harris-Walz best to lead the American people

Guided by her loyalty to the rule of law and respect for all, Harris will serve voters’ best…

Rep. Kim Schrier speaks with Regional Manager Susan Rushing about a room designated for serving homeless veterans during a visit to the new VA Puget Sound Health Care System Everett Clinic on Friday, Jan. 20, 2023, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Opinion

Editorial: Schrier proves her skills at listening, legislating

The three-term 8th District representative works with members of both parties to find consensus.