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Ari Smith, 14, cheers in agreement with one of the speakers during Snohomish County Indivisible’s senator office rally at the Snohomish County Campus on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025, in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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The best photos of 2025 in Snohomish County

From the banks of the Snohomish River to the turf of Husky Stadium, here are the favorite images…

Opinion

Comment: Clothed in fabric of leadership, service and showing up

Leadership Snohomish County’s service at Christmas House offers lessons in the exchange of community.

Opinion

Comment: State lawmakers can lower prices at the grocery store

Reversing a B&O surcharge on food wholesalers would show they see the hardships consumers now face.

Opinion

Comment: More spending not answer to better student outcomes

Spending and student testing in several states show a mixed bag. But one city shows a way forward.

Opinion

The Buzz: A look back – peaking above hands over our eyes – at 2025

Just a reminder that what doesn’t kill you ought to make you laugh. While you shake your head.

In a gathering similar to many others across the nation on Presidents Day, hundreds lined Broadway with their signs and chants to protest the Trump administration Monday evening in Everett. (Aaron Kennedy / Daily Herald)

Opinion

Editorial: An opinionated look at 2025

A review of local, state and national events through the lens of the opinions of The Herald Editorial…

Local News

Prosecutors charge Lynnwood man in connection with drug trafficking

King County deputies believe the 26-year-old man is linked to a Sinaloa Cartel-linked drug network.

A man walks into the Soundview Deli on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Will Geschke/The Herald)

Local News

Everett’s Soundview Deli could reopen following judicial order

The deli has been closed for weeks amid a prolonged legal dispute.

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Local News

Video: Fire crews extinguish vehicle fire on I-5 Friday morning

Upon arrival, South County Fire found the engine compartment of a Jeep Liberty was fully engulfed in flames.…

Snohomish County Health Department Director Dennis Worsham and Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers shake hands after cutting the ribbon during the unveiling of the health departments Health on Wheels Van, a mobile public health unit, on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Local News

Snohomish County Health Department releases 5-year plan

The document outlines goals to increase vaccination rates and monitor potential water pollutants near the Tulalip Reservation.

Opinion

Schwab: Pledging allegiance to the United States of Trumpmerica

Is there nothing that can’t be made more ‘hot’ by slapping the president’s name on it? In gold…

Opinion

Bring back World War II lapel paperclip as protest

If you are feeling lost with the mess of this Trump administration, join the silent revolution. During World…

Opinion

Could Frontier offer other destinations from Paine Field?

Concerning Frontier Airlines closing for business out of Paine Field (“The final Frontier: Budget carrier to pull out…

Opinion

Back bills in Congress to protect access to childhood vaccines

As a pediatrician and member of the American Academy of Pediatrics I am urging all who read this…

Opinion

Thanks to Rick Steves for saving hygiene center

It was so heartwarming to read about Rick Steves’ recent purchase of the property that will allow people…

Outside of the Marysville Opera House on Sept. 16, 2025 in Marysville, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Local News

Now showing: The 114-year-old Marysville Opera House reclaims the spotlight.

Under the city’s direction, the theater offers music, art and bingo.

Lake Stevens junior Blake Moser is The Herald's 2025 All-Area Football Offensive Player of the Year. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Sports

The Herald’s 2025 Football Offensive Player of the Year: Blake Moser

The Lake Stevens dual-threat junior QB compiled 3,462 total yards and 55 touchdowns.

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Snohomish County cities to get $3.3M for roadway upgrades

Everett, Mill Creek and Mukilteo will receive federal grant funding to improve active transportation safety.

Opinion

Welch: State’s climate act failing to deliver on promises

The law was sold, in part, on building resilience against flooding. How has that worked out?

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Opinion

Editorial cartoons for Wednesday, Dec. 24, Christmas Eve

A sketchy look at the news of the day.