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Man dies after driving into floodwaters

Early Tuesday morning, the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office responded to a vehicle that drove past road closed signs and entered a ditch with around 6 feet of water.

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Snohomish PUD crews repair a power line that was hit by a downed tree along Cypress Way on Monday, Dec. 15, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

High wind warning in effect for northwest Snohomish County

Key developments:

  • “Damaging” wind gusts of up to 55 mph are expected.
  • Residents should prepare for downed trees and widespread outages.
  • Flood warning extended for Skykomish River near Gold Bar

Snohomish PUD crews repair a power line that was hit by a downed tree along Cypress Way on Monday, Dec. 15, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
The Everett Wastewater Treatment Plant along the Snohomish River on Thursday, June 16, 2022 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Everett council proposes changes to utility billing

The ordinance could allow residents more time to pay utility bills, although city staff have concerns over some of the possible changes.

The Everett Wastewater Treatment Plant along the Snohomish River on Thursday, June 16, 2022 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Everett police arrest suspect linked to dog found zipped inside suitcase

On Nov. 18, patrol officers responded to a report of a pit bull zipped into a suitcase with a rope around her neck in an Everett dumpster.

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Kayakers allegedly looted a flooded area Saturday, deputies say

Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of looters crossing road closed signs in south Snohomish County.

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Floodwater from the Snohomish River partially covers a flood water sign along Lincoln Avenue on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Images from the flooding in Snohomish County.

Our photographers have spent this week documenting the flooding in Snohomish County. Please check out their photos from the gallery below.… Continue reading

Floodwater from the Snohomish River partially covers a flood water sign along Lincoln Avenue on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

High winds leave thousands in the county without power

More than 11,000 Snohomish Public Utility District customers were experiencing outages as of Monday afternoon.

Granite Falls

1 man dead after crash Sunday in Granite Falls

Investigators believe that a medical event may have been a contributing factor in the single-vehicle crash.

Granite Falls
Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin delivers her budget address during a city council meeting on Oct. 22, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Everett mayor talks priorities for third term in office

Cassie Franklin will focus largely on public safety, housing and human services, and community engagement over the next four years, she told The Daily Herald in an interview.

Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin delivers her budget address during a city council meeting on Oct. 22, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Edmonds Food Bank Executive Director Casey Davis opens up a door to one of their fridges that is only accessible through their makeshift office space on Monday, Dec. 8, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

‘We can’t survive here’: Edmonds Food Bank eyes new location

The food bank has launched a $12 million capital campaign for a larger space that would serve as a community hub.

Edmonds Food Bank Executive Director Casey Davis opens up a door to one of their fridges that is only accessible through their makeshift office space on Monday, Dec. 8, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Water from the Snohomish River covers Lowell Snohomish River Road and inundates properties to the west on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Federal government grants emergency aid for Washington flood response

The approval by President Donald Trump allows FEMA to step in with federal assistance

Water from the Snohomish River covers Lowell Snohomish River Road and inundates properties to the west on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
A rendering of possible configuration for a new multi-purpose stadium in downtown Everett. (DLR Group)

Everett council resolution lays out priorities for proposed stadium

The resolution directs city staff to, among other things, protect the rights of future workers if they push for unionization.

A rendering of possible configuration for a new multi-purpose stadium in downtown Everett. (DLR Group)
A view of downtown Everett facing north on Oct. 14, 2025. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Everett expands Downtown Improvement District

The district, which collects rates to provide services for downtown businesses, will now include more properties along Pacific and Everett Avenues.

A view of downtown Everett facing north on Oct. 14, 2025. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Monroe man pleads guilty after forcing woman smuggled into U.S. to do unpaid labor

On Thursday, Rangel Ramirez-Manzano, 57, pleaded guilty to the federal felony of harboring an alien for financial gain.

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The Snohomish County Public Utility District’s Commission approved its 2026 budget, which includes a rate increase for all customers. (Krysta Rasmussen/Snohomish PUD)

Snohomish County’s utility district 2026 budget includes rate increases

Water and electricity bills will go up 2.5% on average to help offset a projected $15 million deficit.

The Snohomish County Public Utility District’s Commission approved its 2026 budget, which includes a rate increase for all customers. (Krysta Rasmussen/Snohomish PUD)
Jsason Phipps of the City of Mount Vernon tightens straps on the flood wall along the Skagit River in downtown Mount Vernon on Thursday. The river is forecast to crest on Friday morning after several days of heavy rain pushed waterways in the region to record levels. (Grant Hindsley/The New York Times)

Record flooding forces rescues across Western Washington

Waterways crested at record levels in several flooded small towns across western Washington overnight, swamping roads and bridges and forcing people near the Canadian border… Continue reading

  • Dec 12, 2025
  • By Anna Griffin and Amy Graff The New York Times
Jsason Phipps of the City of Mount Vernon tightens straps on the flood wall along the Skagit River in downtown Mount Vernon on Thursday. The river is forecast to crest on Friday morning after several days of heavy rain pushed waterways in the region to record levels. (Grant Hindsley/The New York Times)
Layla Li (left) and Tatiana Carrillo Parra celebrate their admission to Washington State University on Dec. 5 at Arlington High School during an On-the-Spot Admissions event. (Provided photo)

Arlington seniors accepted to college ‘on-the-spot’

Eight students were admitted to Washington State University during the special admissions event.

Layla Li (left) and Tatiana Carrillo Parra celebrate their admission to Washington State University on Dec. 5 at Arlington High School during an On-the-Spot Admissions event. (Provided photo)
Bob Hammond wades through the water covering Main Street on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Sultan, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Live Updates: Boating home on Skywall Drive

Key developments:

  • Snohomish Regional Fire Rescue: 26 people rescued since Wednesday evening.
  • Rescue swimmers help evacuate Snohomish residents and pets.
  • Skykomish resident: “To see the waves rolling along is just like, wow, it’s incredibly powerful.”

Bob Hammond wades through the water covering Main Street on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Sultan, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
LifeWise Bibles available for students in their classroom set up at New Hope Assembly on Monday, April 14, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Parents back Everett district after LifeWise lawsuit threat

Dozens gathered at a board meeting Tuesday to voice their concerns over the Bible education program that pulls students out of public school during the day.

LifeWise Bibles available for students in their classroom set up at New Hope Assembly on Monday, April 14, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Lynnwood

Lynnwood to close City Hall lobby next week

Residents who need to visit City Hall should contact city staff ahead of time to schedule an appointment.

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