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Editorial cartoons for Friday, Dec. 26

A sketchy look at the news of the day.… Continue reading

People listen as Rick Steves announces he has purchased the Jean Kim Foundation Hygiene Center property so the center can stay open on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Editorial: The message in philanthropic gifts large and small

Travel advocate Rick Steves is known for his philanthropy but sees a larger public responsibility.

Schwab: Pledging allegiance to the United States of Trumpmerica

Is there nothing that can’t be made more ‘hot’ by slapping the president’s name on it? In gold letters?

Thanks to Rick Steves for saving hygiene center

It was so heartwarming to read about Rick Steves’ recent purchase of… Continue reading

Back bills in Congress to protect access to childhood vaccines

As a pediatrician and member of the American Academy of Pediatrics I… Continue reading

Bring back World War II lapel paperclip as protest

If you are feeling lost with the mess of this Trump administration,… Continue reading

Could Frontier offer other destinations from Paine Field?

Concerning Frontier Airlines closing for business out of Paine Field (“The final… Continue reading

A state Climate Commmitment Act map shows projects funded by the act's carbon auctions.
Editorial: Climate Commitment Act a two-fer for Washington

Its emissions auctions put price on carbon and use that revenue for climate investments.

Water from the Snohomish River surrounds a residence along the west side of Lowell Snohomish River Road on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Editorial: Keep eye on weather and on FEMA’s future

Recent flooding should give pause to those who believe federal disaster aid is unnecessary.

One of the illustrated pages of the LifeWise Bible used for class on Monday, April 14, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Editorial: Everett Schools can stick with rules for Bible program

LifeWise, a midday religious class, wants looser rules for its program or has threatened a lawsuit.

Charlie Brown and his little pals from the “Peanuts” gallery will gather once again for the special “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” and Apple TV+ is gifting non-subscribers with a free viewing from Dec. 22 through 25.
Comment: Finding wisdom and hope in ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’

A 60-year-old cartoon and its melancholic soundtrack got our mixed-up feelings right about the holidays.

Winter in a peasant village, painted by the Limbourg brothers and published in the medieval illuminated manuscript ‘Très Riches Heures du Duc de Berry.’ Pierce Archive LLC/Buyenlarge via Getty Images
Comment: Medieval peasants may have enjoyed holidays more than you

Life wasn’t as bleak as many imagine, and Christmas celebrations with food and drink lasted months.

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