A suspected gas explosion on Wednesday destroyed a house in the 19700 block of 25TH DR SE in Bothell, Washington. (Snohomish Regional Fire & Rescue)

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Gas explosion destroys freshly sold Bothell house; no injuries

The vacant home, purchased days earlier, blew up Wednesday on 25th Drive SE, throwing a garage door across…

People bundled up in jackets and hats walk along the Sammamish River at Bothell Landing Park in Bothell, Washington on Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023. Frost and colder temperatures have are prompting some Western Washington warming centers to open sooner than later. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

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As days grow shorter, Bothell residents embrace winter mornings

Early risers ventured into chilly temperatures to enjoy Bothell Landing Park along the Sammamish River.

Crows gather during Crow Watch 2023 at the UW Bothell campus in Bothell, Washington on Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023. Thousands of crows come to roost annually. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

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‘Bird-watcher’s paradise’: Countless crows swoop in to Bothell Crow Watch

Thousands of crows roost every night on the UW Bothell campus. Even longtime locals are awed by the…

Vincent J. Cavaleri, left, and Tannis Golebiewski

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Winners emerge in council races: 27-year incumbent unseated in Lynnwood

Snohomish’s ex-mayor, John Kartak, lost a bid to return to city government. Vincent Cavaleri held a narrow lead…

Top row from left: Mason Thompson, James McNeal and Carston Curd.
Bottom row from left: Mark Swanson, Thomas Agnew and Amanda Dodd.

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Housing density is the big question in Bothell City Council races

In one of three races, Mason Thompson is defending his council and mayoral seat from longtime fellow council…

Jonathan Shoop (Bothell Police Department)

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Charges dropped for gunman accused of killing Bothell cop in 2020

Henry Eugene Washington, 40, “currently lacks the capacity” to understand the allegations, a mental health report found.

People board a bus at the Canyon Park Park & Ride Swift Green Line stop in Bothell, Washington on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

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Swift bus lines expanding in Bothell, Marysville, Arlington

Community Transit is extending its Swift Green line to south Bothell, part of a big-picture plan to connect…

A rosary hangs from the car door handle on Tuesday, July 14, 2020 in Bothell, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Audits find missteps in 2 investigations of Bothell police shootings

In one instance, an “Independent Investigation Team” briefed Bothell police about their findings, violating state restrictions.

A computer rendering of the North Creek Commerce Center industrial park in development at 18712 Bothell-Everett Highway. (Kidder Mathews)

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Developer breaks ground on new Bothell industrial park

The North Creek Commerce Center on Bothell Everett Highway will provide warehouse and office space in three buildings.

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Teenager dies after being wounded in ‘gang-related’ Bothell shooting

The three others wounded Aug. 12 have since been released from the hospital, police said.

A fire at the Brightwater Treatment Plant in Woodinville, Washington on Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

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Fire breaks out in underground pipes at Brightwater Treatment Plant

Workers were fusing plastic piping, sparking a fire that shot down pipes. Dozens of firefighters rushed to the…

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4 wounded in Bothell-area shooting

Two men were sent to Harborview. Another two who had fled the shooting scene were dropped off at…

Sana Biotechnology breaks ground on a new 80,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Bothell on July 25. The company develops cell and gene-based medical treatments. July 25, 2023. Photo Credit: Sana Biotechnology.

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Business briefs: Biotech breaks ground on new Bothell facility

magniX reveals paint scheme for hybrid electric aircraft and more business news from around the region.

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Bothell man civilly committed in case of father’s killing

A Superior Court judge ruled Gavin Wollman was not able to aid in his defense. He had been…

Darrington and Stanwood players fight for the ball during the Lakewood 7on7 passing tournament and lineman challenge at Lakewood High School in Arlington, Washington on Saturday, July 29, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

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Bothell edges Lake Stevens for title at Lakewood 7-on-7 tournament

The 15th edition of the Cougars Passing Championship saw another Class 4A showdown in the finals. Meanwhile, Anacortes…

Ann Aagaard, left, Carston Curd and Mark Swanson

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Bothell City Council candidates spar over housing density

Voters will decide which two of the three candidates advance to the November ballot for Bothell City Council.

Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers, center, cuts a ribbon at a section of the Little Bear Creek Advance Mitigation Site near 58th Ave SE in Woodinville, Washington on Wednesday, July 12, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

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At farm once covered in rusty cars, wildlife returns near Maltby

The cleanup of 17 acres near Little Bear Creek cost over $4 million. It could save taxpayers at…

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Nightly lane reductions, ramp closures set for I-405 near Lynnwood

Both directions of the interstate between Bothell and Lynnwood are set for disruptions this week.

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Bicyclist seriously injured after collision on Highway 527

A car turning left into an apartment complex collided with a Bothell man on an electric-assist bike.

Michael Tolley (Northshore School District)

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Michael Tolley named new Northshore School District leader

Tolley, interim superintendent since last summer, is expected to inherit the position permanently in July.