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Eslick faces 3 foes and new voters in bid for another House term
In the 39th District, a Democrat, a Republican and an Independent are trying to oust the two-term GOP…
Local News
Washington’s secretary of state draws several challengers
Sen. Steve Hobbs of Lake Stevens was sworn into the position last November. Now, he faces challengers.
Local News
Dynamic duel: Republicans Sutherland and Low square off in primary
The incumbent lawmaker and county councilman are a contrast of styles, with many parallels in actual policy.
Opinion
Editorial: Williams, James should represent 38th in House
With open seats, voters have the chance to build a team that balances voices from both parties.
Local News
Stanwood asks voters to renew 0.2% sales tax
The transportation benefit district funds $550,000 a year for street and sidewalk improvements.
Opinion
Editorial: Return Salomon, Robinson to state Senate
Jesse Salomon, in the 32nd, and June Robinson, in the 38th, have records of legislative success.
Local News
Lake Stevens 0.2% sales tax to be on November ballot
The tax would create a Transportation Benefit District, to pay for streets, sidewalks and trails.
Opinion
Editorial: Reelect Paul and Ortiz-Self to House seats
The 10th and 21st district House members have been successful with their legislation and advocacy.
Local News
Open seats, intraparty battles add intrigue to Aug. 2 primary
Ballots are to be mailed Thursday. Turnout in Snohomish County is expected to be around 35%.
Opinion
Editorial: Low, Eslick should represent 39th in Legislature
New boundaries have changed the district; Sam Low and Carolyn Eslick offer a good fit for the House.
Opinion
Editorial: Keep veteran Olson on Snohomish PUD board
A former employee and three-term commissioner, ‘Toni’ Olson offers experience and institutional knowledge.
Local News
They’re only 17 but their votes could make a difference this primary
A 2020 state law lets them cast a ballot in August, as long as they are 18 years…
Local News
Sutherland, Moody snag endorsement of Snohomish County GOP
Endorsements, the party’s seal of approval, could sway undecided Republican voters in a pair of intraparty duels.
Northwest
Foes of state’s capital gains tax drop plans for initiative
I-1929 sponsors say they are confident a lawsuit challenging the legality of the tax will be successful.
Local News
As filing ends, campaigning shifts into a higher gear
The ballot will feature intraparty battles, election deniers and 16 challengers to a longtime U.S. senator.
Local News
State Rep. April Berg will resign from Everett School Board
The Mill Creek Democrat will step down June 1. Meanwhile, she filed Monday for re-election to the state…
Local News
Election season about to get real as candidate filing begins
It will be an intriguing year in Snohomish County politics, as retirements open seats and redistricting stirs competition.
Local News
Cuts loom in Marysville as final tally shows levy losses
Marysville schools expect to see layoffs after voters turned down an education levy a second time.
Local News
Judge clears way for initiative to repeal capital gains tax
I-1929 sponsors are silent on when, or if, they will gather signatures. Opponents are gearing up for a…
Local News
School levies failing in Marysville, Stanwood-Camano, Lakewood
Granite Falls and Sultan were passing their levies. And in Mill Creek, voters approved joining South County Fire.