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Trails close as 3 wildfires burn on slopes northeast of Darrington
There was no immediate threat to populated areas. Multiple trailheads and campgrounds have been closed for public safety.
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Egyptian grasshopper, a nonnative insect, spotted in Everett
The public is asked to report any other sightings. The grasshopper can grow nearly 3 inches long and…
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State’s new Clean Fuel Standard takes aim at climate-changing pollution
As drafted, the standard seeks to improve air quality in high-pollution neighborhoods. Deadline to comment on them is…
Northwest
Coast Guard responds to small oil spill near San Juan Island
A Good Samaritan rescued all crew members on the Aleutian Isle as the vessel was sinking Saturday.
Opinion
Editorial: How many billion-dollar disasters will it take?
A tally of climate disasters shows an ever-increasing toll of costs and lives. Congress must act.
Local News
On Mountain Loop, crew of 5 rangers covers a mountain range of work
Ranger Justin Sundstrom spends his days patroling for illegal shooting, picking up trash — and exploring a slice…
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Scientists: Gray whale spotted at Mukilteo waterfront was a newcomer
The whale has lingered around Possession Sound. It’s unclear if it will join a group of regular visitors…
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Terry Williams, Tulalip’s ‘champion of climate issues,’ dies at 74
The bolo tie-wearing elder shaped state and national environmental policy. He was both soft-spoken and a powerful advocate.
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PUD fast-charging EV stations in Everett ready for drivers
A state grant with money from the Volkswagen emissions cheating settlement helped fund the the project.
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Climate change prompts a push away from natural gas
What’s an effective way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions? Heat pumps, advocates say. And new building codes could…
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Public electric vehicle chargers come to downtown Everett
They’re the first Level 3 chargers in north Everett and the Snohomish County PUD’s first for public use.…
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Old batteries get new life as Everett Transit backup energy
Company BattGenie set up a container with dozens of used electric bus batteries that charge during non-peak times.
Local News
State board approves naming marsh after Everett college teacher
Holland Marsh near Granite Falls is named for forestry teacher, fire lookout and author of “Switchbacks” Andy Holland.
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Wildlife finds a new home at mitigation site near Mill Creek
Public works crews planted trees and piled up “woody debris” to mimic nature. It’s to make up for…
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Forest Service green-lights new seismometers at remote Glacier Peak
The volcano has potential to be one of the deadliest in the nation. Four new monitors could avert…
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In ‘emergency acquisition,’ 226 acres of Whidbey Island’s farmland, forest saved
The beachside Keystone Preserve, south of Coupeville, is the Whidbey Camano Land Trust’s largest purchase at $9.1 million.
Local News
Farmers feel sting of unseasonal weather, record inflation
A wet, cold spring has impacted crops from hay to pumpkins to corn. Meanwhile, farmers’ costs for fuel…
Northwest
Growing sprawl in state’s woods comes with high wildfire risk
Policymakers and homeowners are scrambling to manage the so-called “wildland-urban interface” to mitigate the threat.
Local News
10M gallons of partly untreated wastewater discharged in Everett
The Everett treatment plant released the water into the Snohomish River. It may have not been properly sanitized.
Local News
Puget Sound’s lowest tides in years unveil a world of sea life
The moon’s wobble is responsible for the lowest tides in 13 years. There are more chances this week…