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Opinion

Editorial: Franklin’s considered approach warrants third term

The incumbent mayor has used innovation and concern for all residents to guide her leadership.

Opinion

Comment: New tax adds to burden of those in long-term care

Little discussed, the tax doubles or triples annual per-bed fees that will be passed on to families.

Opinion

Comment: BPA adds to long history of poor resource management

A decision to join a far-flung energy market echoes past decisions detrimental to ratepayers and salmon.

Opinion

Comment: State got cheaper ferries and a policy rebuke

Accepting a contract for Florida-built ferries should tell lawmakers something about taxes and regulations.

Opinion

Forum: Don’t dismiss potential for controlled supply of drugs

Contrary to a columnist’s views, supplying drugs to those with addictions has led to better outcomes elsewhere.

Opinion

Forum: Book discussion explores police response to white supremacy

The forum, Sunday in Everett features former FBI agent Michael German and his book, ‘Policing White Supremacy.’

Pia Sampaga-Khim, right, and Jana Rafi, left, demonstrate how a patient check in might go in the Snohomish County Health Department’s new Health on Wheels Van on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Local News

New federal DEI restrictions on County Health Department funding spurs hiring halt

12 positions were paused for fear of unsustainable funding.

Top, from left: Bill Wheeler, Erica Weir and Mason Rutledge. Bottom, from left: Sam Hem, Steven Sullivan.

Elections

Candidates seek open District 1 seat in crowded race

Five people are aiming to take the open seat left after current council member Mary Fosse announced she…

Elections

District 1 candidates talk financial priorities, student needs

Three newcomers — Carson Sanderson, Arun Sharma and Brian Travis — are eyeing the vacant seat on the…

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Foundation raised over $55,000 to pay for student school supplies in Stanwood-Camano.

Local News

Stanwood area foundation raises more than $55,000 for school supplies

A month-long campaign exceeded its goal to help support elementary students in the Stanwood-Camano School District.

Skylar Maldonado, 2, runs through the water at Pacific Rim Plaza’s Splash Fountain, one of the newer features add to the Port of Everett waterfront on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Local News

CEO: Port of Everett pushes forward, despite looming challenges from tariffs

CEO Lisa Lefeber made the remarks during the annual port report Wednesday.

Local News

Stolen fire engine smashes signs, trees and 14 parked vehicles in North Everett

There were no injuries, but the suspect, who abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot, is still at…

Seattle Seahawks safety Nick Emmanwori (3) practices at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center in Renton on June 5, 2025. (Photo courtesy of Edwin Hooper, Seattle Seahawks)

Sports

Seahawks make rare deal to sign Nick Emmanwori for camp

How much do the Seahawks already value Nick Emmanwori, months before he plays his first NFL game for…

Seattle Mariners designated hitter Cal Raleigh (29) hits a home run during a game between the Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners at Comerica Park in Detroit, Michigan, on Friday, July 11, 2025. (Devin Anderson-Torrez / Tribune News Services)

Sports

Cal Raleigh becoming known for more than his nickname

ATLANTA — Cal Raleigh endured the busiest all-star “break” in the history of the term this week at…

Opinion

Schwab: Rosie O’Donnell, immigrants and other Epstein distractions

MAGA puts up with the outrages because empathy is reserved only for their own prejudices.

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.

Opinion

The Buzz: Can we please stop talking about Jeffrey Epstein?

Yeah, I didn’t think so. It’s hard to brand something as a hoax when you won’t stop talking…

A car drives past a culvert blocked by grass along 123rd Avenue NE on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Local News

Little Pilchuck salmon project gets boost from $4.6M state grant

LAKE STEVENS — Washington’s Recreation and Conservation Office announced Tuesday that Snohomish County received $4.6 million from the…

Traffic slows as it moves around the bend of northbound I-5 through north Everett on Wednesday, May 22, 2024. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Local News

Paving project will close I-5 lanes in Everett

Crews will close up to 4 lanes overnight for weeks to complete the $8.1 million repairs.

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Local News

Snohomish man, who trained extremists, sentenced for illegal gun possession

An FBI investigation revealed Benton posted violent extremist content, neo-Nazi propaganda, and anti-Semitic materials on social media.