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Man drowns at Lake Goodwin during holiday weekend

First responders were called to Wenberg County Park after the swimmer went missing on Sunday evening, the sheriff’s…

The pillory, with holes for head and hands, forced the accused to stand uncomfortably. Today, it’s a popular prop for tourist photos. (Laura VanDeventer)

Life

Rick Steves: Torture museums in Europe

The endless security lines at the airport may seem torturous — but they are child’s play compared with…

Marysville police shared pictures of a black Audi sedan during an investigation into a deadly hit-and-run on July 1, 2026. (Courtesy of Marysville Police Department)

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Man suspected of murder, robbery in deadly Marysville hit-and-run

A 55-year-old man allegedly ran over someone then stole their backpack before leaving the area, court records said.

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Snohomish County’s Everett waste facility to close Wednesday

After a recent tipping floor upgrade, an extra protective coating is needed to seal the floor.

Members of Lake Stevens Scouting America Troop 36 retire a U.S. flag on Flag Day, June 14, 2026, as they do every year. This was one of over 200 flags they retired this year. (Provided photo)

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Scouts’ annual flag retirement spurs social media criticism

The post generated more reactions than any other from Public Works, driving conversations about proper flag conduct.

Two people walk along the beach at Meadowdale Beach Park on Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023, in Edmonds, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Beach cleanup set at Edmonds’ Meadowdale Beach Park

The event will take place Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon. Organizers will provide supplies and refreshments.

Parade participants ride an Everett Fire Department truck during the Everett Independence Day parade on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in Everett, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

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Everett marks America’s 250th with annual parade

Thousands filled the city’s downtown on Saturday to mark the nation’s semiquincentennial anniversary.

Otis Lull, 102, a veteran of World War II, Korea and Vietnam sits at Veterans Park on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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On America’s 250th birthday, Lynnwood veteran will turn 103

Otis Lull served in the U.S. Army for 20 years. He reflected on his service, family and advice…

Top row, from left: Chris Bloomquist, Jenna Nand and Danica Noble. Bottom from, from left: Keith Scully, Lisa Rezac and Will Chen. (Provided photos)

Elections

Six candidates vie for open House seat in 32nd District

Sixteen-year incumbent Cindy Ryu is running for State Senate, leaving a crowded field for the district that straddles…

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8th child injured while falling from a window in Snohomish County this year

Officials say the county is on pace to exceed number of children who fell from windows in 2025…

Daniel L., 8, holds up a strawberry while doing u-pick at Bailey Farm on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Have your pick of fruits and vegetables at Bailey Farm

From June through October, the Snohomish farm offers u-pick produce every day.

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Snohomish County Council considers new public safety sales tax

The 0.1% criminal justice revenue source discussion was continued to July 8. A hearing is expected to be…

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Northshore seeks candidates for open school board position

Kimberlee Kelly, who represents District 5, announced her resignation June 22. Applications are open through the end of…

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21 arrested in Snohomish County during ‘Operation Guardian’ for child sex crimes

Of the 21 arrests during the Washington State Patrol-led operation, 10 were from Snohomish County.

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A Sound Transit express bus on March 27 at Everett Station in Everett.

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Community Transit to end third party contract for commuter, express buses

The Snohomish County transit agency will operate those services in-house beginning Aug. 29, according to a state filing.

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Murder charges filed for 3rd time for the killing of Bothell cop in 2020

Six years after Henry Eugene Washington was arrested for officer’s death, prosecutors believe he is competent to stand…

A sign blocking off the drive thru to Woods Coffee informs people of the water main break that forced the closure of the business on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, in Everett, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

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Service restored after Everett water main break forced business closures

Water service along a section of West Marine View Drive was shut off around 1 p.m. Tuesday. It…

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

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Racketeering sentence added to man who pleaded guilty for 2022 Everett murder

Christopher Johnson, 24, was sentenced to 25 years to run concurrently in both courts as part of a…

Edmonds Mayor Mike Rosen speaks during the Edmonds New Start Center opening ceremony, celebrating the new bridge housing facility along Highway 99 on Monday, June 29, 2026, in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Edmonds celebrates New Start Center with ribbon cutting

Within three weeks, the center’s housing will provide support and services for those transitioning from homelessness.

An incident blocked all northbound lanes of I-5 for just under an hour Monday evening near 116th Street Northeast in Marysville, Washington. (Washington State Department of Transportation)

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Man allegedly brandishing gun shuts down northbound I-5 near Marysville

The northbound lanes were closed for around an hour, leading to back-ups of around 5 miles at one…