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Nolla Rohr holds October while seated on the couch on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett shelter animals find new families after flooding

Amid an evacuation last December, people flocked to the city’s animal shelter to foster over 120 animals. Some…

A parent walks their children to class at Whittier Elementary on Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Opinion

Editorial: Everett schools warrant yes votes on bond, levy

The bond will add and renovate schools; the levy supports 15% of the district’s budget.

Opinion

Comment: Why LifeWise found it necessary to sue Everett Schools

Everett School District’s hostility to off-campus religious instruction violates the Constitution.

Opinion

Comment: What families should consider in choosing a school

With a range of school options, here’s what to consider in finding a good fit for your child.

Opinion

Comment: Latino, other communities rely on drug pricing program

Continued support of 340B is vital for diverse communities and small business owners in the state.

A drawing by Edie Everette made while providing care for her mother, who was living with dementia.

Opinion

Forum: Care for loved one calls on compassion, grace and humor

When dementia arises in someone you love and now must care for, remember that you’re not alone.

Local News

‘A story worth telling’: Snohomish County did it before Woodstock

Local author J.D. Howard reminds readers of The Sky River Rock Festival, a forgotten music milestone.

A Link light rail train pulls into the Mountlake Terrace station on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024 in Mountlake Terrace, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Local News

Sound Transit to open complete 2 Line in March

The light rail service connecting Lynnwood to Bellevue and beyond will also bring an increase in train frequency…

Firefighters discovered heavy smoke emerging from multiple units in the single-story complex, making it difficult to identify the location of the fire. (South County Fire)

Local News

Fire crews respond to Everett storage facility fire Thursday

South County Fire reported smoke coming from multiple units in the facility on 4th Avenue West.

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Local News

Boundary Review Board approves North Lake annex

The vote followed a hearing where Snohomish defended its request against a petition by 79 residents.

Opinion

Schwab: It isn’t GOP cowardice but approval that emboldens Trump

In message and manner, an ICE-like cruelty is on proud display. And about last week’s column: “Pysch!”

Opinion

Everett Schools levy, bond are investments that will pay off

My support for strong public schools is personal, professional and pragmatic. As a parent, it’s important to me…

Opinion

Why won’t Republicans stand up to Trump?

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Local News

Lynnwood organizations launch citywide food drive for culturally relevant foods

Throughout the month of February, businesses around Lynnwood will collect shelf-stable food donations.

Beds at the east Everett cold weather shelter on Tuesday, Feb. 11 in Everett, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

Local News

Get your hats and gloves out, Snohomish County

Nighttime temps will drop below freezing through the weekend, the National Weather Service said.

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Suspect falls down a ravine while fleeing police

Early Friday morning, a man drove recklessly through Mukilteo while fleeing officers before crashing in a neighborhood and…

Snohomish's Sienna Capelli takes a jump shot during the game against Jackson on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026 in Mill Creek, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Sports

Snohomish girls basketball wins eighth straight

The Panthers overcome slow start to beat Jackson 55-38 on Thursday.

Local News

Semitruck delivers 40,000 pounds of food to the Salvation Army in Everett

The delivery is one of 250 deliveries planned to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the…

Local News

Federal agents say they’ve dismantled drug ring in Marysville

Wednesday announcement connected to a Marysville man, 29, who attempted to exchange around 20 pounds of cocaine for…

Local News

Snohomish County unemployment reaches 5.1%

It’s the highest level in more than three years.