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Dr. Wendi Wachsmuth, a clinical psychologist, answers questions from the defense during the trial of Richard Rotter on Thursday, March 30, 2023, at Snohomish County Superior Court in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Rotter defense: Impulse, not plan, led to Everett officer’s killing

Defense attorneys called only two witnesses Thursday, then rested their case in the trial of Richard Rotter.

 

Officers were dispatched to a report of shots fired Thursday morning, March 2, 2023, at the Erwin Estates Apartment Complex in the 8200 block of 11th Dr W in Everett. (Everett Police Department)

‘Did I shoot anyone?’ Everett man charged with killing sleeping neighbor

Jeremy Jones called police to report apparent delusions about his neighbor. A day later, he fired through a wall.

 

Public Works director Kelly Snyder. (Snohomish County)

Ex-staffer who alleged bias by county Public Works director gets $97K

Amy Powell alleged Director Kelly Snyder created an abusive work environment that made her “uncomfortable and physically unwell.”

Public Works director Kelly Snyder. (Snohomish County)
Richard Rotter listens to witness testimony in his trial at the Snohomish County Courthouse in Everett, Washington on Monday, March 20, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

As prosecution rests, jury hears jail call after Everett cop killing

“Try to put a wild cat inside a cage? … See what happens,” said Richard Rotter, accused of killing officer Dan Rocha.

Richard Rotter listens to witness testimony in his trial at the Snohomish County Courthouse in Everett, Washington on Monday, March 20, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
A standard jet fuel, left, burns with extensive smoke output while a sustainable avation fuel, right, produces less smoke during a demonstration of the difference in fuel emissions on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Paine Field unveils plan for new, more eco-friendly jet fuel center

The research and development center is a joint effort by Snohomish County and Washington State University.

A standard jet fuel, left, burns with extensive smoke output while a sustainable avation fuel, right, produces less smoke during a demonstration of the difference in fuel emissions on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
FILE - A close up of a Boy Scout uniform is photographed on Feb. 4, 2013, in Irving, Texas. A Delaware bankruptcy judge has approved a $2.46 billion reorganization plan Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022, proposed by the Boy Scouts of America that would allow it to continue operating while compensating tens of thousands of men who say were sexually abused as children while involved in Scouting. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez, File)

‘Staggering’: Everett Boy Scouts face more sexual abuse lawsuits

The complaints allege decades of abuse went unaddressed at the Fire Mountain Scout Camp in Mount Vernon.

FILE - A close up of a Boy Scout uniform is photographed on Feb. 4, 2013, in Irving, Texas. A Delaware bankruptcy judge has approved a $2.46 billion reorganization plan Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022, proposed by the Boy Scouts of America that would allow it to continue operating while compensating tens of thousands of men who say were sexually abused as children while involved in Scouting. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez, File)
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Navy sailor charged with fatal hit and run on Evergreen Way

Ashton Dedmon, 25, is assigned to the USS Kidd in Everett. Prosecutors allege he fled after hitting Joshua Kollman.

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Moses Malachi Brewer appears in court for sentencing Friday, March 24, 2023, at Snohomish County Superior Court in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Man sentenced to 18 years for 2019 shooting in Everett

Moses Brewer, 23, shot four people in an Everett apartment, which left one victim paralyzed on his right side.

Moses Malachi Brewer appears in court for sentencing Friday, March 24, 2023, at Snohomish County Superior Court in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
The Everett Police Department hosted its first Guns for Gift Cards exchange on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at the South Precinct in Everett, Washington. 241 firearms were exchanged for $25,000 in gift cards. (City of Everett)

Everett considering ARPA money for business boost, gun buyback

Another proposal gives each council member discretion on spending $75,000 of the federal aid on local pandemic recovery efforts

The Everett Police Department hosted its first Guns for Gift Cards exchange on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at the South Precinct in Everett, Washington. 241 firearms were exchanged for $25,000 in gift cards. (City of Everett)
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Drop off hard-to-recycle items in Everett for Earth Month

People can bring old appliances, electronics, mattresses and more to the cash-only event Saturday, April 1 at Everett Station.

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Steve Klein moves some of his glasswork into place as fellow guest curator Meg Holgate watches during installation of A Precarious Edge at Schack Art Center on Sunday, March 19, 2023, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Exhibits shine light on natural beauty on the edge of loss

Artists worried about climate change work ‘for future generations’

Steve Klein moves some of his glasswork into place as fellow guest curator Meg Holgate watches during installation of A Precarious Edge at Schack Art Center on Sunday, March 19, 2023, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Angelica Montanari and daughter Makena, 1, outside of the Community Health Center of Snohomish County Everett-Central Clinic on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Providers at Community Health Center of Snohomish County vote to form a union

Providers expressed hope for improving patient care and making their voices heard with management.

Angelica Montanari and daughter Makena, 1, outside of the Community Health Center of Snohomish County Everett-Central Clinic on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Dr. J. Matthew Lacy, Chief Medical Examiner for Snohomish County, answers preliminary questions from the state regarding his qualifications and experience as a medical examiner during the trial of Richard Rotter on Thursday, March 23, 2023, at Snohomish County Superior Court in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

At Rotter trial, debate breaks out over graphic autopsy photos

A judge ruled some close-ups of Everett officer Dan Rocha’s injuries could be used, while others were ruled out.

Dr. J. Matthew Lacy, Chief Medical Examiner for Snohomish County, answers preliminary questions from the state regarding his qualifications and experience as a medical examiner during the trial of Richard Rotter on Thursday, March 23, 2023, at Snohomish County Superior Court in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
In this side-by-side image, the Totem Diner and Pacific Stone Company signs put on a flirty display for all to see Wednesday, March 22, 2023, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Signs of love on Rucker Ave: blushing rocks, scrambled eggs, a coffee date

Messages on display on Totem Family Diner and Pacific Stone Co. signs reveal “secret crushes.” More updates expected.

In this side-by-side image, the Totem Diner and Pacific Stone Company signs put on a flirty display for all to see Wednesday, March 22, 2023, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Everett police officers and civilian employees greet officer Chad House on Thursday, March 23, 2023, as he's wheeled out of Providence Regional Medical Center Everett. (Everett Police Department)

Update: Everett officer discharged from hospital after shooting

Officer Chad House was “resting and recovering” after a person suspected of robbery shot him on Evergreen Way, police said.

Everett police officers and civilian employees greet officer Chad House on Thursday, March 23, 2023, as he's wheeled out of Providence Regional Medical Center Everett. (Everett Police Department)
Kyle Galvin, who has worked for Bluewater for more than 4 years, makes cocktails on July 10, 2020 in Everett. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Kyle Galvin, who has worked for Bluewater for more than 4 years, makes cocktails on July 10, 2020 in Everett. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Prosecutor Craig Matheson gives his opening statement in the trial of Richard Rotter at the Snohomish County Courthouse in Everett, Washington on Monday, March 20, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

At trial in Everett cop’s killing, witnesses recall chaotic chase

The testimony came after an Everett officer was shot while investigating a robbery Wednesday morning, investigators said.

Prosecutor Craig Matheson gives his opening statement in the trial of Richard Rotter at the Snohomish County Courthouse in Everett, Washington on Monday, March 20, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
A crime scene investigator surveys the area around a police car that was involved in a shooting early Wednesday morning along Highway 99 that left one person dead. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald).

1 dead, officer hurt in police shooting on Evergreen Way

The officer was shot in the head, but was in stable condition Wednesday morning, according to investigators.

A crime scene investigator surveys the area around a police car that was involved in a shooting early Wednesday morning along Highway 99 that left one person dead. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald).