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Guests stand around on the balcony at Rosehill Community Center in Mukilteo, Wa. 

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Mukilteo to host open houses for EMS levy

The two open houses are scheduled for October. Voters will decide whether to approve the levy lid lift in November.

Guests stand around on the balcony at Rosehill Community Center in Mukilteo, Wa. 

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South Everett high school hopes to add IB program

Similar to AP classes, International Baccalaureate courses are rigorous with the opportunity for students to earn college credit.

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

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.

The Denney Juvenile Justice Center is pictured Thursday, July 21, 2022, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
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An aerial image of the annexation area. SR-9 is on the left side and US-2 can be seen at an angle in the upper right.

Snohomish North Lake annex approved by the city

City staff attempted to address the public’s concerns before voting. Next is a county council public hearing.

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An aerial image of the annexation area. SR-9 is on the left side and US-2 can be seen at an angle in the upper right.
Everett

One person in custody after a stabbing Thursday evening in Everett

One man was transported to the hospital with undisclosed injuries.

Everett

Everett unveils draft of Vision Zero plan

The city is seeking feedback on the draft plan, which will guide an effort to end serious injury or fatal crashes on Everett roads.

A Link train passes over a parking lot south of the Lynnwood City Center Station on Monday, Aug. 12, 2024 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Construction to close parking spots at Lynnwood Link station

Fifty-seven parking spots out of the nearly 1,700 on-site will be closed for about two months.

A Link train passes over a parking lot south of the Lynnwood City Center Station on Monday, Aug. 12, 2024 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

South County commemorates 24th anniversary of 9/11 attacks

Community members gathered at the Fallen Firefighter Memorial Park in downtown Edmonds.

Jessica Hilton as a child in an undated photo. (Photo courtesy of Talis Abolins)

WA ordered to pay $42M for negligence in child sex abuse case

The state can appeal the Spokane County verdict that adds to the state’s surging ledger of lawsuit payouts.

  • Sep 11, 2025
  • By Jake Goldstein-Street Washington State Standard
Jessica Hilton as a child in an undated photo. (Photo courtesy of Talis Abolins)
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Dispute between man and 2 women in Arlington ended in accidental stabbing

One man in custody for unlawful imprisonment and fourth-degree assault.

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Judge rules Everett council candidate cannot appear on Nov. ballot

Alan Rubio and Luis Burbano will be on the November ballot in the District 4 race. Niko Battle, who won the August primary, plans to appeal.

Niko Battle (campaign photo)

Stanwood pauses Flock cameras amid public records lawsuits

A public records request for Flock camera footage has raised questions about what data is exempt under state law.

Traffic moves around parts of the roundabout at the new I-5/SR529 interchange on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 in Marysville, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

WSDOT delays opening of Marysville interchange, ramps

Supply chain issues caused the agency to push back opening date. The full interchange and off ramps are expected to open in October.

Traffic moves around parts of the roundabout at the new I-5/SR529 interchange on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 in Marysville, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
North Middle School Principal Tyler Ream and teacher Jenny Overstreet look through historic photographs of North Middle School on Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

North Middle School to celebrate 100 years in Everett

On Saturday, the school will display memorabilia from years past and showcase the recently renovated building.

North Middle School Principal Tyler Ream and teacher Jenny Overstreet look through historic photographs of North Middle School on Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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A road rage incident escalated when bystander displayed firearm outside Arlington School District office

Presidents Elementary School activated a precautionary lock-out following the incident.

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Lynnwood

Man arrested after police pursuit in stolen vehicle on Friday

The suspect was booked into Snohomish County Jail on suspicion of 18 charges.

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Michael Olson during his interview with the Stanwood-Camano School District Board of Directors on Sept. 2.

Stanwood-Camano school board fills vacancy left by controversial member

Michael Olson hopes to help bring stability after Betsy Foster resigned in June.

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Michael Olson during his interview with the Stanwood-Camano School District Board of Directors on Sept. 2.
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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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Security guard pleads not guilty of impersonating Edmonds detective

In his first court appearance Monday, a judge set bail at $50,000 for Michael Scaletta-Teates.

A truck passes by the shoe tree along Machias Road on Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Murder on Machias Road? Not quite.

The Shoe Tree may look rough, but this oddball icon still has plenty of sole.

A truck passes by the shoe tree along Machias Road on Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)