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A boat navigates the Snohomish River near the Lowell Riverfront Trail on Oct. 21, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Local News

On Friday, a judge will consider whether the Snohomish River has rights

Developers are taking an initiative that grants the Snohomish River legal standing rights to court, arguing the law…

Edmonds Mayor Mike Rosen goes through an informational slideshow about the current budget situation in Edmonds during the 2026 Budget Address on Sept. 30, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Local News

Edmonds voters to decide on $14.5 million property tax levy

Proponents say Prop. 1 is needed to retain essential city services. Opponents say property taxes will become too…

Opinion

Burke: Pardon me? It’s an easy ask if you’re a Trump ‘rogue’

A pattern — and a revelation about crime — emerges as you scan Trump’s list of pardons and…

Opinion

Snohomish Mayor: Hoffman has ideas and integrity

In this year’s Snohomish mayoral election it is time for thoughtful, needed change in our city. Aaron Hoffman…

Opinion

Mukilteo city council: Van Duser, Carlson best to serve

Two campaign signs caught my eye this week. Standing together, they represent two exceptional candidates running for city…

Stanwood senior Addison Bowie elevates for a spike during the Spartans' 3-1 win against Snohomish at Stanwood High School on Oct. 21, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)

Sports

Stanwood volleyball remains undefeated in league play

The Spartans hold off Snohomish 3-1 on Tuesday entering final stretch of regular season.

Life

Queensryche, Halloween story time, glass art and more

Music, arts and more coming to Snohomish County

Local News

Cudaback and Fulcher vie for Monroe mayoral seat

After 12 years, Monroe will have a new Mayor. Former and current council members run for open position.

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Local News

Summer renovations complete for two Arlington schools

Roofs, siding, windows and ramps were replaced at Presidents Elementary and Stillaguamish Valley Learning Center.

Local News

Four contested City Council races on Everett ballot

Candidates broadly focused on public safety and addressing the city’s structural deficit.

Local News

County Council candidates focus on the budget, traffic and growth

Incumbent Sam Low faces a newcomer, Kelli Johnson, for the District 5 seat on the County Council.

2024 Presidential Election Day Symbolic Elements.

Opinion

Editorial: Low merits third term on Snohomish County Council

Low has successfully represented his constituents as a council member and a state lawmaker.

Opinion

Everett mayor: Franklin is solution oriented

I served nearly a decade as the director of information technology for the City of Everett, working under…

Opinion

Fire District No. 4: Flath for commissioner

This November’s election for Commissioner Position 1 of Snohomish County Fire District No. 4 is critical. The commissioner’s…

Life

Join Snohomish PUD in preparing for storm season

October is here and the weather has already displayed its ability to switch from sunny and calm to…

A combine at work in wheat fields in the Walla Walla region during 2018. (Washington State Department of Agriculture)

Northwest

State halts rebates to farmers hit with fuel fees under WA climate law

Instead, a new online directory shows retailers who provide the farm fuel exemption by not imposing surcharges.

Local News

Mukilteo mayor candidates differ over city budget

Mayor Joe Marine seeks a fourth term while facing a challenge from 12-year council member Steve Schmalz.

Everett

Local News

Gesa Community Foundation awards Everett police with Local Heroes Grant

Funds from the foundation will support mental health of the department’s officers and staff.

Opinion

Mariner owners should renovate Funko Field

The love of baseball makes people totally irrational.

Opinion

Testing waste water for abortion pills is smaller government, how?

I read recently an article titled “The unusual request to the EPA about abortion pills.” Evidently now, the…