The Lynnwood City Council meets in its chambers on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026, in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Lynnwood passes resolution in response to ICE activity

The resolution asks city staff to provide resources to the community and outlines city policies, including limits on…

The morning sun melts trace amounts of snow on Tuesday morning in Everett, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

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Snohomish County sees dusting of snow

Areas in the north of the county saw about an inch of snow accumulate in the morning. Roads…

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16-vehicle collision blocks Lynnwood road for more than an hour

Around 8:38 a.m. Tuesday, deputies reopened 164th Street Southwest over Highway 525 after an ice-related collision blocked both…

Providence Regional Medical Center Everett. (Olivia Vanni/The Herald)

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Providence Everett welcomes new chief administrative officer

Dave Lawson, most recently vice president of operations at Virginia Mason, will oversee day-to-day clinical operations.

A Puget Sound Express whale watching charter passes by the M/V Puyallup at the Edmonds Ferry Terminal on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Bill could allow walk-on ferry service in Everett, statewide

State legislators need to work out differences between the House and Senate versions of the bill before it…

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Deputies arrest 15-year-old after Lynnwood area shooting Sunday

The incident comes as police continue to search for a suspect in the shooting of a Meadowdale High…

A truck dumps sheet rock onto the floor at Airport Road Recycling & Transfer Station on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett transfer station closes for $2.25 million upgrade

The tipping floor, where 25-ton trucks dump waste daily, will be repaired with more durable material.

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Arlington to plant trees for early Arbor Day celebration

All are invited to help expand the city’s urban forest at Saturday’s volunteer service opportunity.

Snohomish County PUD crews work to repair power lines on Wednesday, Dec. 17 along Marine Drive in Stanwood, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

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Wind advisory issued for Snohomish County

The windy weather could bring gusts up to 50 miles per hour, forecasters say. Power outages are possible.

A person walks into Apollo Exos Records on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Apollo Exos, hub for brews and tunes, will expand

The late-night record shop and beer bar will have a big expansion sometime over the next year, its…

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Lake Stevens museum construction is underway

The Lake Stevens Historical Society called for donations to help fund future exhibits.

City of Oak Harbor map. City and county officials are talking about annexing 80 acres into the city as part of the comprehensive plan process.

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Meeting set on 80-acre annexation plan

The city of Oak Harbor may grow by 80 acres in the near future.

An emergency moratorium on development within Island County RAIDS may be extended.

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Island County may extend development moratorium

A development moratorium on semi-urban areas of unincorporated Island County may continue for longer

Dance instructor Antonio Samayo dips student Alexis Bartsch during her lesson at the Arthur Murray Dance Center on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Arthur Murray Dance Studio is all about ‘Puttin’ on the Ritz’

Studio in Everett offers lessons in smooth moves.

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Everett utilities to switch to monthly meter readings

A transition period of three longer-than-usual 40-day billing cycles will mean some residents may see temporarily higher bills.

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Everett distributes annual human needs grants

The city allocated about $338,000 worth of grants to service providers across the city.

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The Mukilteo Lighthouse. Built in 1906, it’s one of the most iconic landmarks in Snohomish County.

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Mukilteo to consider lease of waterfront property

The city could lease the land to a developer or build a park there. The move is part…

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Mukilteo Schools Foundation names new executive director

Diane Bradford, a former communications director at the Mukilteo School District, will lead the nonprofit.

Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin speaks at the 2026 State of the City address on Thursday in Everett. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

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Everett mayor talks annexation, stadium at keynote speech

The mayor also announced a new Boys & Girls Club in a south Everett park, as well as…

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Man involved in drug trafficking with his brother sentenced to 3.5 years

The brothers were involved in a drug trafficking conspiracy from 2022 to 2025 throughout Western Washington.