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AquaSox infielder Luis Suisbel follows through on a two-run home run during Everett's 13-1 win against Tri-City at Funko Field in Everett, Washington on June 15, 2025. The Valencia, Venezuela native hit two of Everett's five homers on the afternoon. (Shari Sommerfeld / Everett AquaSox)

AquaSox blow past Tri-City to close out homestand on Father’s Day

Luis Suisbel hits two of Everett’s five homers, and Teddy McGraw stars in debut during 13-1 win.

AquaSox infielder Luis Suisbel follows through on a two-run home run during Everett's 13-1 win against Tri-City at Funko Field in Everett, Washington on June 15, 2025. The Valencia, Venezuela native hit two of Everett's five homers on the afternoon. (Shari Sommerfeld / Everett AquaSox)
J. J. Spaun of the United States celebrates winning on the 18th green during the final round of the 125th U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club on June 15, 2025, in Oakmont, Pennsylvania. (Patrick Smith / Getty Images / Tribune News Services)

Wet and wild finish gives J.J. Spaun U.S. Open golf title

As the sun started to set and the rain continued to fall, J.J. Spaun erupted into tears beside the 18th green —… Continue reading

  • Jun 16, 2025
  • Rick Maese, The Washington Post
  • Golf
J. J. Spaun of the United States celebrates winning on the 18th green during the final round of the 125th U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club on June 15, 2025, in Oakmont, Pennsylvania. (Patrick Smith / Getty Images / Tribune News Services)

We need informed voters to make good choices

I read a recent letter to the editor and love the idea that voters should be required to be informed of the candidates positions on… Continue reading

We sense something is wrong because it is

So many aspects of human “intelligence” are just what intuitively seem to work and afterwards, generally, our minds don’t ask too many questions. So we… Continue reading

Julia Zavgorodniy waves at her family after scanning the crowd to find them during Mariner High School’s 2025 commencement on Friday, June 13, 2025, at Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

‘Dream without limit’: Thousands of Snohomish County seniors graduate

Graduations at the arena conclude this weekend with three Everett high schools on Saturday and Monroe High School on Sunday.

Julia Zavgorodniy waves at her family after scanning the crowd to find them during Mariner High School’s 2025 commencement on Friday, June 13, 2025, at Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

50 years after “Jaws,” look at sharks differently

This summer, the world celebrates the 50th anniversary of “Jaws,” the blockbuster that forever changed how we think about sharks. But while the film may… Continue reading

Church leader was calling for a religious riot

I was stunned by a recent letter praising pastor Ross Johnston and comparing his actions in Seattle to biblical figures like Moses, Esther and Paul.… Continue reading

Holocaust was rolled out slowly, too

The Holocaust didn’t happen overnight. Eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion and staging mass deportations are two of the first steps. Too many things have already… Continue reading

Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown, speaks with reporters during a press conference in Seattle, on April 4, 2025. Brown has filed a lawsuit accusing the Adams County sheriff of sharing inmate information with federal immigration agents in defiance of a state law meant to limit collaboration between state law enforcement officers and federal immigration agencies. (Jordan Gale/The New York Times)

Comment: The reach and reason of sanctuary policies

They can’t protect people from ICE raids but local governments aren’t required to assist the agency.

Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown, speaks with reporters during a press conference in Seattle, on April 4, 2025. Brown has filed a lawsuit accusing the Adams County sheriff of sharing inmate information with federal immigration agents in defiance of a state law meant to limit collaboration between state law enforcement officers and federal immigration agencies. (Jordan Gale/The New York Times)
AquaSox shortstop Colt Emerson takes a swing during Everett's 3-2 win against the Tri-City Dust Devils at Funko Field in Everett, Washington on June 14, 2025. (Shari Sommerfeld / Everett AquaSox)

Emerson walks off Tri-City to extend AquaSox win streak

The Mariners’ top prospect hits an RBI-single to seal 3-2 win; Batista has 2 RBI in return.

AquaSox shortstop Colt Emerson takes a swing during Everett's 3-2 win against the Tri-City Dust Devils at Funko Field in Everett, Washington on June 14, 2025. (Shari Sommerfeld / Everett AquaSox)

‘No Kings’ rallies draw thousands to Everett and throughout Snohomish County

Demonstrations were held nationwide to protest what organizers say is overreach by President Donald Trump and his administration.

Everett High School graduate Gwen Bundy high fives students at her former grade school Whittier Elementary during their grad walk on Thursday, June 12, 2018 in Everett, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

‘Literally the best’: Grads celebrated at Everett elementary school

Children at Whittier Elementary cheered on local high school graduates as part of an annual tradition.

Everett High School graduate Gwen Bundy high fives students at her former grade school Whittier Elementary during their grad walk on Thursday, June 12, 2018 in Everett, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
A bear rests in a tree in the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. (U.S. Forest Service)

Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest transitioning to cashless collections on June 21

The Forest Service urges visitors to download the app and set up payments before venturing out to trailheads and recreation sites.

A bear rests in a tree in the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. (U.S. Forest Service)

Comment: Early cancer diagnosis can be key in saving lives

An act in Congress would allow Medicare coverage for early-detection tests for a range of cancers.

AP government students at Henry M. Jackson High School visited the state Capitol this spring and watched as a resolution they helped draft was adopted in the Senate as part of the Building Bridges Future Leaders Academy. (Josh Estes / Building Bridges)

Comment: Future leaders learn engineering of building bridges

Here’s what Jackson High government students learned with the help of local officials and lawmakers.

AP government students at Henry M. Jackson High School visited the state Capitol this spring and watched as a resolution they helped draft was adopted in the Senate as part of the Building Bridges Future Leaders Academy. (Josh Estes / Building Bridges)

Comment: In wildfire crisis, options for forests, communities

By thinning threatened forests, mass timber can use that material for homes, businesses and more.

Forum: Advice to young adults, focus on your best ‘person’

Past generations focused on the character aspects of gender roles, but something more basic is necessary.

Forum: Everett’s land-use plan should keep affordable housing tool

Its comprehensive plan should keep inclusionary zoning, setting aside housing for working families.

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Snohomish County Board of Health looking to fill vacancy

The county is accepting applications until the board seat is filled.

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Everett AquaSox infielder Michael Arroyo receives high-fives in the dugout during Everett's 8-1 win against Tri-City at Funko Field in Everett, Washington on June 13, 2025. The 20-year-old Colombia native had two home runs and a career-high six RBI. (Shari Sommerfeld / Everett AquaSox)

Arroyo’s big night lifts AquaSox to 8-1 win over Tri-City

The 20-year-old smacks 2 homers and a career-high 6 RBI while extending hit streak to 10.

Everett AquaSox infielder Michael Arroyo receives high-fives in the dugout during Everett's 8-1 win against Tri-City at Funko Field in Everett, Washington on June 13, 2025. The 20-year-old Colombia native had two home runs and a career-high six RBI. (Shari Sommerfeld / Everett AquaSox)