Opinion
Harrop: Santos’ lies weren’t just lies; they were dumb lies
Rep.-elect George Santos is a poor liar. It’s shameful that political and media veterans didn’t bother to check…
Life
New Year’s Day is a time for reflection
Focus on what you want to nurture in yourself in 2023. Pick one or two qualities you would…
Life
High school seniors, get set to be linked with 2023 forever
Some day, you’ll be mocked like you make fun of people who graduated in, say, 1996.
Opinion
Alicia’s View: New columnist invites community discussion
An Edmonds resident since 2014, Crank hopes to foster civil exchanges each month on a range of local…
Opinion
Schwab: Yes, let’s say hello to George Soros
Comparing records, most might rather associate with George Soros than with Texas Gov. Greg Abbott.
Life
Counting our blessings during the holiday season
As we gather to ring in the new year, take a moment to share your gratitude with loved…
Opinion
Harrop: DeSantis serves up Kool-Aid to his own GOP voters
What does he think he accomplishes by scaring off Republicans from vaccines that can save their lives?
Opinion
Saunders: If not McCarthy as House Speaker, what about Musk?
It’s not clear what five GOP holdouts objecting to McCarthy think they’ll accomplish, but they might block him.
Life
Ten Ways to ruin Christmas: a DIY tutorial
No surprise, forgetting to water the Christmas tree is on the list.
Opinion
Schwab: Our columnist does his best to get in the holiday spirit
But in prose or in verse, the nation is worse, if democracy’s fall is Trump’s curse.
Opinion
Harrop: TikTok, your time on Americans’ phones should be up
The app is dangerous, not because its addictive, but because it can allow China to spy and propagandize.
Opinion
Harrop: No justice in letting mentally ill live on the streets
The public has a right to public spaces but must provide services and housing to those in need…
Opinion
Burke: Gratitude for those who go out, but may not come back
The dedication of many comes into focus for those whose jobs entail the possibility this is their last…
Opinion
Saunders: Musk has freed Twitter’s speech; left doesn’t like it
Why would they; they’re being shown why one-sided control of access doesn’t promote debate.
Life
Facebook is paying her to post about herself
Unlike the top TikTok content creators, local author Jennifer Bardsley isn’t getting rich. But it’s nice to be…
Life
Coping with loss over the Christmas holidays
When we acknowledge and accept our sad feelings, we often are more able to experience love and joy.
Opinion
Schwab: Getting to know the Republicans’ House of cards
Scratch a trove of texts from GOP House members and out spills conspiracy theories and calls for ‘Marshall…
Life
A few tips for a better garden in 2023
I know a few of you might find it incredibly hard to believe, but I actually spend a…
Opinion
Saunders: Changes in House may ease path for legal cannabis
Younger leaders for both parties seem more open to legalization than the outgoing old guard.
Life
Healthy strategies for minimizing holiday stress
What’s important to you about the holidays? What do you want to celebrate? Stay focused on the big…