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Photo among 2025’s best photos showed Herald’s bias

Looking at your article about the best photos of 2025 and seeing the main picture proves my pointabout media bias. It shows protesters against our… Continue reading

Schwab: Everett’s police department puts emphasis on community

A Police Chief’s Advisory Board seat allows a closer look at Everett’s policies and innovations.

Steves’ generosity to community saves Lynnwood hygiene center

The generosity of Rick Steves has once again supported the local community by buying the Lynnwood Hygiene Center (“South SnoCo’s only hygine center secures support… Continue reading

People wear burger-themed shoes for the grand opening to the Everett location of Dick’s Drive-In on Thursday, June 12, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

The top 10 most-read Herald stories of the year

Readers gravitated to articles about local businesses, crime, and human interest throughout 2025.

People wear burger-themed shoes for the grand opening to the Everett location of Dick’s Drive-In on Thursday, June 12, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Collins: Quiz yourself on how much you were paying attention

Considering the year in all things DonaldTrump, maybe a low score is a good thing.

Stanwood man allegedly stole a WSP vehicle to get home for Christmas

The 24-year-old is facing robbery and eluding charges in connection with the Christmas day incident.

Back to rain and snow in Snohomish County in time for the new year

The last few days of blue skies will give way to rain in the lowlands, with 5-8 inches of snow also expected in the Cascades

US 2 to reopen Sunday west of Stevens Pass

The major east-west route was badly damaged during heavy rain and flooding that hit the state earlier this month.

  • Dec 31, 2025
  • By Bill Lucia Washington State Standard
Jack Sievers, a senior defensive end and tight end at Archbishop Murphy High School, is The Herald’s 2025 All-Area Defensive Player of the Year. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

The Herald’s 2025 Football Defensive Player of the Year: Jack Sievers

The Archbishop Murphy defensive end led the Wildcats football team to a perfect season.

Jack Sievers, a senior defensive end and tight end at Archbishop Murphy High School, is The Herald’s 2025 All-Area Defensive Player of the Year. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Burke: Vanity, thy name is Trump; in gold capital letters

Is Trump plastering his name on every surface, perhaps afraid we won’t remember him after he’s gone?

Governor’s proposed budget cuts would hit community health centers

While I understand the difficult choices Gov. Bob Ferguson faces in balancing the state budget, I am deeply concerned about proposed changes to the Medicaid… Continue reading

Speak up for restoration of ACA health coverage subsidies

In a move that surprised no one, the U.S. Senate recently voted down an extension of the Affordable Care Act subsidies. We’re bombarded with bad… Continue reading

Thanks for gorgeous piece of writing on Marysville Opera House

Regarding a recent article about the Marysville Opera House (“Now showing: The 114-year-old Marysville Opera House reclaims the spotlight,” The Herald, Dec. 25): What a… Continue reading

Anthony Parra carries a tree over his shoulder at Pilchuck Secret Valley Tree Farm on Monday, Dec. 5, 2022 in Arlington, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Need to get rid of your tree, Snohomish County? Here’s how.

As the holiday season comes to an end, here are some ways you can properly dispose of your Christmas tree.

Anthony Parra carries a tree over his shoulder at Pilchuck Secret Valley Tree Farm on Monday, Dec. 5, 2022 in Arlington, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Lynnwood to host collection event for Styrofoam, e-waste

Those with Styrofoam or e-waste to dispose of can bring it to the city’s operations and maintenance center from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday.

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Lake Stevens Sewer District wastewater treatment plant. (Lake Stevens Sewer District)

Many Snohomish County residents will see tax increases in 2026

Several tax and utility rate increases local governments passed this year will begin in early 2026.

Lake Stevens Sewer District wastewater treatment plant. (Lake Stevens Sewer District)
Nory Hang, right, watches cars pass by while picketing with fellow Boeing workers on strike along Airport Road on Monday, Sept. 16, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

New state laws and taxes take effect on Thursday

Tax hikes on big business and rental cars, and unemployment benefits for workers on strike are some of the changes in store for 2026.

  • Dec 30, 2025
  • Jake Goldstein-Street Washington State Standard
Nory Hang, right, watches cars pass by while picketing with fellow Boeing workers on strike along Airport Road on Monday, Sept. 16, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Lake Stevens' Kyle Hoglund celebrates the action on the court against Mount Si at Henry M. Jackson High School in Mill Creek on Nov. 12, 2019. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Lake Stevens’ Hoglund named state 4A Volleyball Coach of the Year

After dramatic championship win, the Vikings coach earns state recognition.

Lake Stevens' Kyle Hoglund celebrates the action on the court against Mount Si at Henry M. Jackson High School in Mill Creek on Nov. 12, 2019. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)
CNA Nina Prigodich, right, goes through restorative exercises with long term care patient Betty Long, 86, at Nightingale's View Ridge Care Center on Friday, Feb. 10, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Editorial: Skilled nursing care must remain state budget priority

The governor’s spending plan would claw back Medicaid reimbursements that pay skilled-nursing care staff.

CNA Nina Prigodich, right, goes through restorative exercises with long term care patient Betty Long, 86, at Nightingale's View Ridge Care Center on Friday, Feb. 10, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
A selection of leather whips available at Lovers Lair on Friday, Dec. 19, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

What’s behind the tinted windows at Everett’s ‘#1 Kink Store’

From beginner toys to full-on bondage, Lovers Lair opens the door to a world most people never see.

A selection of leather whips available at Lovers Lair on Friday, Dec. 19, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)