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Edmonds police arrest suspect after a 6-month-long narcotics investigation

Wednesday morning, officers served a search warrant at an apartment that received ongoing community complaints about criminal activity.

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Man arrested for allegedly impersonating a police officer in Everett

The suspect, who claimed to be a security officer and an off-duty Duvall police officer, stopped a motorist…

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Suspect in 1984 killing of Judy Weaver arraigned Tuesday

Mitchell Gaff, 68, pleaded not guilty to amended information charging him with two murder counts.

The Denney Juvenile Justice Center is pictured Thursday, July 21, 2022, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Second lawsuit filed against Denney Juvenile Justice Center in Everett

The complaint alleges a detention officer experienced retaliation for reporting sexual harassment involving minor detainees.

A person walks along 222nd Street Southwest next to Esperance Park on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Esperance annexation talks ramp up in Edmonds

City officials and community members are weighing the effects of annexing the 0.7-square-mile unincorporated area.

Water tumbles over the top of the Woods Creek Hydroelectric Project and down to a natural waterfall below on Thursday, April 13, 2023, in Monroe, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Snohomish PUD seeks local artists for public mural

The $10,000 project will celebrate the environment and sustainable energy at the Woods Creek center.

Kentucky Fried Chicken along Broadway on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Few vacant retail spaces in Snohomish County

A lack of new construction and limited supply are cited as key reasons.

The Edmonds City Council on Tuesday, Jan. 6 in Edmonds, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

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Edmonds passes resolution affirming support for immigrants

Residents who spoke at Tuesday’s meeting commended the resolution but called on the council to take concrete action…

Youth Traffic Court raise their hands to take an oath before the start of the session at the Snohomish County Courthouse on Friday, Jan. 30, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Youth Traffic Court: Justice for students, by students

Snohomish County’s first Youth Traffic Court hearing provides teen drivers with an alternative to appearing in adult court…

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Ballots for special election are due Feb. 10

Voters can use ballot drop boxes or visit a post office for a manual postmark to ensure their…

A train sits on the tracks that intersects with 156th Street Northeast on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026 in Marysville, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Snohomish County projects get funding from federal bill

The federal spending bill approved Tuesday brings in millions for infrastructure projects across the county.

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One man was injured in a single-vehicle crash Monday night

Just after 10 p.m. Monday, South County Fire crews arrived at the scene in Lynnwood to find the…

A sheriff’s deputy lets a vehicle pass police tape as law enforcement work on 96th Street SE where an overnight home invasion resulted in one person being killed on Friday, Aug. 19, 2022, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Leader of home invasion crew admits to killing young Everett mother in 2022

Christopher Johnson, 24, admitted to being involved in a series of violent crimes, including his role in the…

Leslie Wall in the Everett Animal Shelter on Jan. 6, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

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Everett Animal Shelter gets $75k in grants, donations

The funds will help pay for fostering and behavioral interventions for nearly 200 dogs, among other needs.

An Everett Fire Department engine rests against a pile of wrecked vehicles after being abandoned by a suspect who stole it and caused significant damage while driving through North Everett late Friday night, July 18, 2025, in Everett, Washington. (Provided photo)

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Police: No arrests made in connection with stolen fire engine

In July, Everett police responded to reports of a stolen fire engine that struck 14 parked vehicles before…

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No arrests made in connection with Friday night hit-and-run in Lake Stickney

First responders transported a motorcyclist to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Lester Almanza, programs manager at the Edmonds Food Bank, puts together a custom shoppers order on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Edmonds Food Bank launches fundraiser ahead of Super Bowl

The food bank is looking for $12, $120 or $1,2000 donations to reach its goal of $12,000 by…

An Everett Transit bus drives away from Mall Station on Monday, Dec. 22, 2025, in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett Transit releases draft of long-range plan

The document outlines a potential 25% increase in bus service through 2045 if voters approve future 0.3% sales…

Carlos Cerrato, owner of Taqueria El Coyote, outside of his food truck on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026 in Lynnwood. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett proposes law to help close unpermitted food carts

The ordinance would make it a misdemeanor to operate food stands without a permit, in an attempt to…

The Everett Herald’s newest environmental issues reporter Eliza Aronson. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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The Herald’s Aronson selected for investigative role

The change comes after more than a year covering environmental news.