Republican Dale Whitaker, left, and Democratic Secretary of State Steve Hobbs. (Campaign photos)

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WA secretary of state candidates debate in Edmonds

Incumbent Steve Hobbs faces Dale Whitaker. Election security and ballot access are among the central issues.

Former congressman Dave Reichert, a Republican, left, and state Attorney General Bob Ferguson, a Democrat, right, on stage during the second debate of the governor’s race on Wednesday in Spokane. (Bill Lucia/Washington State Standard)

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Reichert strikes different tone in second debate with Ferguson

The candidates for Washington governor clashed over abortion, public safety and who will be a better change agent.

Republican Dave Reichert, left, and Democrat Bob Ferguson, right. (Campaign photos)

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Ferguson, Reichert clash on crime, abortion and Trump in first debate

Clear differences emerged in the first face-to-face encounter between the candidates battling to be Washington’s next governor.

Chairs and lunch tables fill a hallway that is the only area they can be stored at Glenwood Elementary on Monday, Sept. 9, 2024 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Lake Stevens pitches $314M bond for ‘tomorrow’s learner’

In November, voters will decide on a proposal to add an extra $29 per month in property taxes…

Incumbent Sen. Maria Cantwell, left, and Republican challenger Raul Garcia, an emergency room doctor from Yakima. (Courtesy of the candidates)

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Garcia challenges seasoned incumbent Cantwell for US Senate

Republican Raul Garcia says the fentanyl crisis and a desire to change the Democrat-dominated state pushed him to…

Republican Dave Reichert, left, and Democrat Bob Ferguson, right. (Campaign photos)

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Ferguson-Reichert debates: Here’s what you need to know

The candidates in Washington’s governor’s race will meet twice for debates in mid-September.

Carrie R. Kennedy, left, Yvonne Gallardo-Van Ornam, Clyde Shavers.

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Republican fault lines on display in WA legislative races

Candidates backed by the House and Senate GOP didn’t make it through the primary, raising concerns the party…

Nick Brown, left, Manka Dhingra and Pete Serrano are running for attorney general. (Campaign photos)

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Serrano, Brown poised to advance in Washington attorney general race

The two Democrats in the race split the vote, with Nick Brown at almost 36%, followed by Manka…

Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson speaks at the Snohomish & Island County Labor Council champions dinner on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Ferguson and Reichert move toward showdown in Washington governor’s race

Bob Ferguson had hauled in around 45.5% of the first batch of votes. Dave Reichert, the former King…

Opposing signs regarding Prop 1 are posted along Colby Avenue on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Everett property tax measure appears headed for defeat

In a statement Wednesday, Mayor Cassie Franklin said the vote “will impact our community in negative ways.”

Representative Rick Larsen speaks at the March For Our Lives rally on June 11, 2022 in Everett. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Snohomish County congressional incumbents sail to general election

Now to see who Reps. Suzan DelBene, Rick Larsen will face in November. Rep. Kim Schrier will try…

Denise O. turns in ballots at the Snohomish County Campus drop box on Monday, Aug. 5, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Primary sets up competitive races for Snohomish County legislative seats

Highlights include a tight Senate race in the 10th District and a potential rematch between Rep. Sam Low…

A view over the Port of Everett Marina looking toward Whidbey Island on Wednesday, March 17, 2021 in Everett, Wash. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Voters staunchly deny Everett port expansion

Less than one-third of Snohomish County voters want port representation, according to the first batch of results released…

A wall diagram shows the “journey of the ballot” at the new Elections Center on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Snohomish County’s guide to the 2024 primary election

Here is everything you need to know before ballot boxes close Tuesday night.

Simon Krane transfers ballots into boxes at the county elections center on Monday, Aug. 5, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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What you need to know on primary election day in Snohomish County

Turn in your ballot — in-person, by mail or by ballot box — to make sure your vote…

Janet St Clair, left, Ron Muzzall, Denny Sandberg

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Muzzall, St. Clair in a contentious, expensive race for state Senate

Ron Muzzall and Janet St. Clair have combined to raise over $700,000 as the incumbent looks to fend…

Carrie R. Kennedy, left, Yvonne Gallardo-Van Ornam, Clyde Shavers

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Shavers faces two Republicans to retain House seat

Rep. Clyde Shavers turned northern Snohomish County’s 10th Legislative District blue in 2022. He wants to keep it…

Opposing signs regarding Prop 1 are posted along Colby Avenue on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Real estate interests raise $27K to fight Everett property tax hike

Yard signs have dotted streets in recent weeks pushing back against the proposed 44% property tax increase.

Opposing signs regarding Prop 1 are posted along Colby on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Proposed Everett tax increase sparks controversy

Proponents of the measure say the lid lift will go toward essential services. Detractors say city spending is…

Heather Koellen, left, Brian Burnett

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Former sheriff and nurse vie for rural Snohomish County seat in House

Brian Burnett hopes to extend Republican control of the 12th Legislative District. Heather Koellen wants to turn it…