Russia says this valley near Arlington is a nuclear target

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Russia says this valley near Arlington is a nuclear target

It’s home to an unusual and strategically important U.S. Navy radio antenna.

Buried in 3 feet of snow, Darrington takes care of itself

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Buried in 3 feet of snow, Darrington takes care of itself

The small mountain town got more snow than just about everyone. They dug themselves out.

Lidar imagery enables geologists to accurately identify landslides, such as the area around the Highway 530 Oso landslide. In this area, lidar data show prehistoric landslides in beige along the North Fork Stillaguamish River. The darker-shaded outlined area is the extent of the March 2014 Oso landslide. (Daniel Coe / Washington State Department of Natural Resources)

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Congress considers new program to pinpoint landslide risks

Rep. DelBene hopes 3-D maps will allow scientists to identify the next disaster before it happens.

As snow melts, roofs collapse and power lines snap

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As snow melts, roofs collapse and power lines snap

Meanwhile, winter continues to be merciless in Darrington, where three feet of snow has fallen.

Measles outbreak is a teaching moment — for parents

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Measles outbreak is a teaching moment — for parents

Snohomish County school districts are reminding parents to vaccinate their children.

State plugs away at mapping landslide-prone areas

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State plugs away at mapping landslide-prone areas

The DNR wants to study the area around the Oso slide and similar terrain across the state.

County pays $175,000 to passenger in crashed patrol car

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County pays $175,000 to passenger in crashed patrol car

He was the third person to settle with the county over the wreck caused by a deputy’s driving.

Forest ranger’s retirement is blocked by border-wall standoff

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Forest ranger’s retirement is blocked by border-wall standoff

While waiting for separation papers to be processed, “I’m trying to stay non-political as best I can.”

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Snohomish County avoids more court battles over Oso mudslide

An appeals court upheld an earlier decision excluding the county from suits over slide deaths, injuries.

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Body of Marysville man found down embankment near Darrington

The cause and manner of death for Kevin Crews, 64, was still pending Tuesday.

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Man accused of driving intoxicated, crashing into trees

He and a passenger were hospitalized. Both are from Darrington.

Man accused of starving horses has been an elusive defendant

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Man accused of starving horses has been an elusive defendant

The trial of Andrew Floe of Darrington has been postponed twice because he keeps skipping court dates.

Shopping with heart: Holiday gifts that make a difference

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Shopping with heart: Holiday gifts that make a difference

Check out bazaars and craft fairs in Snohomish County that raise money for charitable causes.

Glacier Peak can be seen through the foliage changing colors during the fall on the hike to Green Mountain Lookout on Monday, Oct. 15, 2018 in Darrington, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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On late-fall hikes, there’s no shame in turning back

Wear the right boots, pack the 10 essentials, and remember that nature will beat you every time.

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Darrington woman, 18, dies in crash on Highway 530 near Oso

Mishelle D. Konertz was alone in a car that left the road and hit a pole, the State…

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Marysville man found dead on Mountain Loop trail

A search and rescue team discovered the 64-year-old man a half-mile away from his vehicle.

A Berniecrat win on Trump turf may not be too far-fetched

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A Berniecrat win on Trump turf may not be too far-fetched

Democrat Ivan Lewis is battling Republican Robert Sutherland, and history, in the 39th district.

The cautionary tale of a backpacker caught in a snowstorm

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The cautionary tale of a backpacker caught in a snowstorm

There’s much to learn from this news conference about the helicopter rescue of a Pacific Crest Trail hiker.

A chance meeting leads to dramatic rescue near Glacier Peak

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A chance meeting leads to dramatic rescue near Glacier Peak

The Pacific Crest Trail was Katharina Groene’s first hike. She made it 2,500 miles. Then it snowed.

Helicopter rescues hiker near Glacier Peak after snowstorm

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Helicopter rescues hiker near Glacier Peak after snowstorm

A Sultan woman reported the German woman might be in danger when bad weather moved in. She was…