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In a team publicity photo, Nora Hayd, a Boise State University sophomore and beach volleyball player. “I just wanted to look as much like myself as I could,” Hayd said of the goth-look team photos that made her an online sensation. (Boise State Athletics via The New York Times)

Bothell High grad goes viral as Boise State’s goth volleyball player

Nora Hayd said she was actually toning things down in her team photo shoot.

 

Guests enjoy the sunset and wind Friday afternoon at Cama Beach Historical State Park on Camano Island on October 25, 2019. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Cama Beach cabins to remain closed permanently

State staff recommended Thursday’s move because of the park’s native history, sea level rise and the cost of fixing septic issues.

 

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Camano man dies after Skagit County crash

Paul Hopkins was driving near Highway 11 on Tuesday night. He was 65.

 

The new Everett Transit Director Mike Schmieder at Everett Station on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Former bus driver takes over Everett Transit

Mike Schmieder’s passion for buses goes back to his time as a pastor. He takes the helm amid big local transit changes.

The new Everett Transit Director Mike Schmieder at Everett Station on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Edmonds climate committee seeks new members

Appointed by Mayor Mike Rosen, the committee meets monthly to address the impacts of climate change.

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The candidates in the 2024 Washington U.S. Senate race: Republican Raul Garcia, left, and incumbent Democratic Sen. Maria Cantwell. (Photos courtesy of campaigns)

Takeaways from the first debate in Washington’s US Senate race

Democratic incumbent Maria Cantwell, of Edmonds, and Republican challenger Raul Garcia faced off in Spokane.

The candidates in the 2024 Washington U.S. Senate race: Republican Raul Garcia, left, and incumbent Democratic Sen. Maria Cantwell. (Photos courtesy of campaigns)
Nory Hang, right, watches cars pass by while picketing with fellow Boeing workers on strike along Airport Road on Sept. 16 in Everett. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Boeing at risk of junk rating amid stalling negotiations with union

The S&P statement Tuesday comes as Boeing calls off talks with the Machinists union.

  • Oct 9, 2024
  • By Wire Service
Nory Hang, right, watches cars pass by while picketing with fellow Boeing workers on strike along Airport Road on Sept. 16 in Everett. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Snohomish County Fire District 4 station off of maple Avenue on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Asbestos survey before Snohomish training was inadequate, report says

However, fire officials say the risk to firefighters was lower than what they experience on emergency calls.

Snohomish County Fire District 4 station off of maple Avenue on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Marysville School District Superintendent Zachary Robbins speaks during an event kicking off a pro-levy campaign in January 2023 at the Marysville Historical Society Museum in Marysville, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Ousted Marysville superintendent to get over $400K in severance

The district also promised to pay his attorney fees in the event of a lawsuit over his actions as superintendent.

Marysville School District Superintendent Zachary Robbins speaks during an event kicking off a pro-levy campaign in January 2023 at the Marysville Historical Society Museum in Marysville, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
A view of the 340,000-square-foot business park along Harbour Heights Parkway on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024 in Mukilteo, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Mukilteo council denies controversial rezone for up to 200 homes

Some of the property is currently used for office space. Residents spoke out in droves against the rezone.

A view of the 340,000-square-foot business park along Harbour Heights Parkway on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024 in Mukilteo, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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2 injured in shooting on Casino Road in Everett

Police believe two men shot each other at the Crystal Springs Apartments on Monday night.

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Avery Bresnan, center listens as the jury is polled after a guilty verdict at the end of his trial at the Snohomish County Courthouse on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Man gets sentencing alternative in fatal Everett overdose

Avery Bresnan dealt the fentanyl that killed Jayden Barker-Fisher in 2020. He’ll spend nearly 2½ years behind bars.

Avery Bresnan, center listens as the jury is polled after a guilty verdict at the end of his trial at the Snohomish County Courthouse on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Everett to host rain barrel sale

The city is also hosting a class on how to make rain barrels to funnel and save water.

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Sold signs hang on the corners of multiple newly constructed homes along Poplar Way on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Mountlake Terrace homes sell faster than anywhere else, report says

The city of just over 21,000 is desirable for its location and more affordable starter homes, real estate agents said.

Sold signs hang on the corners of multiple newly constructed homes along Poplar Way on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Bonnie Carl, left, and Josh Dean look out the dome as the OceanGate submarine Cyclops1 submerges in the Port of Everett Marina in 2017 in Everett. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)

Ex-OceanGate employee’s comment hints at Titan disaster lawsuits to come

If regulatory scrutiny came up, the Everett company’s CEO reportedly told a former employee he “would buy a congressman.”

Bonnie Carl, left, and Josh Dean look out the dome as the OceanGate submarine Cyclops1 submerges in the Port of Everett Marina in 2017 in Everett. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)
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Man identified in fatal shooting near Snohomish

Detectives have arrested two men for investigation of murder in the Sept. 15 death of Joshua Wilson, 29.

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Monroe police commander is a finalist for Burlington chief

Paul Ryan is one of four expected to participate in a reception Monday evening in Burlington.

  • Oct 7, 2024
  • By Wire Service
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The T46s travel between Whidbey and Camano while a team of scientists collects health data and refines remote health tools. (Photo courtesy of NOAA)

Whidbey Island floating clinic hopes to save orcas

Scientists have transformed a dinghy into a mobile health clinic to assess the health of orcas.

The T46s travel between Whidbey and Camano while a team of scientists collects health data and refines remote health tools. (Photo courtesy of NOAA)
The Marysville School District office on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023 in Marysville, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

After uproar, Marysville reinstates school swim program

The district’s new program includes a new 12-week lesson plan and increased supervision.

The Marysville School District office on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023 in Marysville, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
The Lake 22 trail will remain closed through Dec. 1 for maintenance. This will give crews time to repair damage from flooding last December. (Provided by U.S. Forest Service)

Lake 22 to remain closed 2 extra months

The popular trail off the Mountain Loop Highway was initially set to reopen next week after three months of maintenance.

The Lake 22 trail will remain closed through Dec. 1 for maintenance. This will give crews time to repair damage from flooding last December. (Provided by U.S. Forest Service)