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Wednesday’s windstorm caused at least one fatality in Snohomish County

A person died when a tree fell on a vehicle during the storm that left thousands without power.

Christopher Johnson, 24, pleaded guilty Wednesday, March 11, 2026, and received a 25-year sentence in Snohomish County Superior Court in Everett, Washington. (Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office)

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Leader of home invasion crew sentenced for 2022 killing of Everett mother

Christopher Johnson, 24, pleaded guilty in Snohomish County Superior Court as part of a federal plea agreement.

Early morning house fire displaces residents on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, in Monroe, Washington. (Snohomish Regional Fire & Rescue)

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Monroe house fire displaces family, injures one

Snohomish Regional Fire & Rescue responded Wednesday morning to reports of a fire rapidly spreading on the back…

Members of the Mukilteo School District Board of Directors at a school board meeting Tuesday, March 10, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

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Mukilteo School District plans for possible staff cuts

The school board is set to vote on a resolution that outlines possible cuts of about 41 positions,…

A row of buses sit on an Everett Public Schools lot in October 2025 in Everett. (Aaron Kennedy / The Herald)

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Everett Public Schools buys land for new elementary school

The new school will be located east of Mill Creek in the southeast portion of the district.

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Arlington man sentenced for 2019 stabbing death of friend on a camping trip

This was the third trial for the Arlington man since prosecutors charged Alexander Vanags with second-degree murder in…

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Everett High School counselor wins state award

Gretchen Stiger was named the Washington School Counselor of the Year.

Gov. Bob Ferguson, left, and House Finance Chair April Berg, D-Mill Creek, right, celebrate in the Democratic wings of the House after Democrats bill to impose an income tax on millionaire earners won House approval on March 10, 2026. At center is Shane Esquibel, Ferguson’s chief of staff. (Photo by Bill Lucia/Washington State Standard)

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After marathon debate, WA House advances income tax

Democrats withstood around-the-clock resistance from Republicans, sending the “millionaires’ tax” back to the Senate for agreement and then…

Snohomish County PUD crews work to repair power lines on Wednesday, Dec. 17 along Marine Drive in Stanwood, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

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Wind advisory issued for Snohomish County

The windy weather could bring gusts up to 50 miles per hour, forecasters say. Power outages are possible.

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UPDATE: Man, 72, dies after a March 2 altercation with roommate, 75

Aid personnel responded to a report of an unresponsive man in Lynnwood. The victim died from his injuries…

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UPDATED: Detectives arrest 15-year-old in connection with Meadowdale Park shooting

The shooting stemmed from a confrontation between two groups of students who arranged to meet for a fight,…

Inside the retail area at Zulu’s Board Game Cafe on Friday, Jan. 9, 2026 in Bothell, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Snohomish County game stores offer more than just games

The owners of Around the Table Game Pub and Zulu’s Board Game Cafe in Bothell talk games, food…

Police believe a driver fled a traffic stop and crashed into five people Saturday morning in Everett. (Photo provided by the Everett Police Department)

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UPDATED: Driver arrested in 2024 collision that killed three

Officials located the suspect, 18, in Los Angeles, more than a year after he allegedly lost control while…

The Lynnwood City Council meets in its chambers on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026, in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Lynnwood passes resolution in response to ICE activity

The resolution asks city staff to provide resources to the community and outlines city policies, including limits on…

A Puget Sound Express whale watching charter passes by the M/V Puyallup at the Edmonds Ferry Terminal on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Bill could allow walk-on ferry service in Everett, statewide

State legislators need to work out differences between the House and Senate versions of the bill before it…

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Deputies arrest 15-year-old after Lynnwood area shooting Sunday

The incident comes as police continue to search for a suspect in the shooting of a Meadowdale High…

A person walks into Apollo Exos Records on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Apollo Exos, hub for brews and tunes, will expand

The late-night record shop and beer bar will have a big expansion sometime over the next year, its…

A truck dumps sheet rock onto the floor at Airport Road Recycling & Transfer Station on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett transfer station closes for $2.25 million upgrade

The tipping floor, where 25-ton trucks dump waste daily, will be repaired with more durable material.

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Lake Stevens museum construction is underway

The Lake Stevens Historical Society called for donations to help fund future exhibits.

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Everett utilities to switch to monthly meter readings

A transition period of three longer-than-usual 40-day billing cycles will mean some residents may see temporarily higher bills.