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Inside the passenger terminal at Paine Field Airport on Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Post names Paine Field as one of the best U.S. airports

Reporters analyzed 2024 data from 450 airports, including wait times to get through TSA security and ease of…

Two people stand out past beds of eelgrass along the ocean and take a photo together during a significantly low tide at Howarth Park on Thursday, June 16, 2022, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Local News

Snohomish County Marine Resources Committee hosting kelp and eelgrass talk

On Wednesday, community members can learn about marine vegetation monitoring in Puget Sound off Mukilteo and Hat Island.

Sports

Prep girls soccer roundup for Saturday, Sept. 6

Mia Rhienheimer’s long goal wins it for Terrace.

Opinion

How are Trump’s policies working for his supporters?

Why support Donald Trump (unless, of course, you’re quite rich)? Why not support him?

Opinion

Fleet Reserve Everett open house set for Sept. 28

The Fleet Reserve Everett will host an open house from noon to 5 p.m. Sept. 28. We have…

Opinion

Smear of school board candidate isn’t what we need

This month I received in the mail two vicious, negative ads attacking Anna Marie Jackson Laurence, who is…

Opinion

Now Trump is coming after former supporters

“FBI agents searched the home of John Bolton, a former advisor to President Trump, who later became a…

Opinion

Trump administration’s powers are unjust

I do not consent, per the Declaration of Independence of the United States of America, to be governed…

Opinion

Tribal ceremony spoke to Snake River’s sacred role

On Aug. 16, I participated in a flotilla on the Snake River that was part of an ongoing…

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Local News

Monroe man dead in Saturday’s fatality collision on US 2

Drugs or alcohol are believed to be contributing factors to the crash, troopers say.

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Snohomish County Auditor Garth Fell (middle left) and Elections division staff stand with the “Independence Award” from the National Association of Election Officials.

Local News

Snohomish County Elections awarded for “outstanding service”

The National Association of Election Officials recognized the department’s 2024 “Elections Explained” initiative.

An image taken from a website attack advertisement targeting Everett school board member Anna Marie Jackson Laurence. (laurenceletusdown.com)

Opinion

Editorial: Attack ads an undeserved slander of school official

Ads against an Everett school board candidate are a false and unfair attack on a public servant.

Opinion

Roberts: Pullback on clean energy will cost on climate, power bills

The war against renewable energy will be reflected in more carbon emissions and higher electricity bills.

Opinion

Comment: Governors should opt-in to school choice scholarships

The federal program allows tax-deductible donations for scholarships at private and public schools.

Opinion

Hazen: Nothing like a little knee surgery to keep one humble

Lesson No. 1: Recovery means a surrender of body autonomy; and learning how to accept the help of…

The boardwalk at Scriber Lake Park on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Local News

Outdoor author Ken Wilcox rounds up fall hiking recommendations

From Lynnwood’s renovated Scriber Lake boardwalk to the summit of Mt. Pilchuck, there are hikes galore to admire…

Anfissa Sokolova, M.D., demonstrates how to use the training tools on the Da Vinci Xi Surgical System on Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Local News

Getting surgery in Everett? Robots might be helping.

Recent advancements in robotic-assisted surgery have made procedures safer and easier on patients, local surgeons said.

The Denney Juvenile Justice Center is pictured Thursday, July 21, 2022, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Local News

As juvenile arrests rise in the county, why police say their hands are tied

2021 legislation intended to protect juvenile rights has led to disagreement.

Lake Stevens’ Dylan Phinney yells with hist teammates after beating Sumner on Friday, Sept. 5, 2025 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Sports

Lake Stevens defeats reigning champ Sumner on last-second touchdown

Blake Moser connects with Seth Price to secure instant-classic, 31-28 win.

Marysville Pilchuck’s Christian Van Natta lifts the ball in the air to celebrate a turnover during the game against Marysville Getchell on Friday, Sept. 16, 2022 in Marysville, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Sports

Prep football weekend roundup for Sept. 5-6

Shorewood storms to 51-point shutout in opener.