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Totalled car that resulted from a DUI collision that damaged four cars on Monday, Aug. 25, 2025. (Lynnwood Police Department)

Three days of DUIs: 1 fatality, 1 injured and six damaged cars

The string of DUI crashes happened in Lynnwood, Edmonds and Everett

 

People gather for a Fair Pay Lynnwood rally while Lynnwood City Council Vice President Josh Binda speaks on Monday, Aug. 25, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood advocates launch campaign for higher minimum wage

The group is looking to raise the city’s minimum wage from $16.66 per hour to $20.24 per hour beginning July 1, 2026.

 

Damage from a kitchen fire at Scriber Creek Apartments in Lynnwood on Monday, Aug. 25, 2025. (South County Fire)

Lynnwood apartment fire displaces six residents on Monday

First responders said the fire began in the kitchen at Scriber Creek Apartments.

 

Gov. Bob Ferguson talks with kids at Lynnwood Elementary School during their lunch time on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Ferguson, Larsen talk food assistance cuts during lunch at Lynnwood school

The governor and U.S. representative served lunch to students at Lynnwood Elementary on Thursday and heard from local stakeholders.

Gov. Bob Ferguson talks with kids at Lynnwood Elementary School during their lunch time on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Outside of the Lynnwood Police Department on Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

The costly, controversial journey of Lynnwood’s newest jail

After one year of operation, city officials say the jail has reduced recidivism and expanded medical services available to inmates.

Outside of the Lynnwood Police Department on Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Community members tour Lynnwood Neighborhood Center project

The $26.5 million, 40,000-square-foot center is scheduled to open in early January 2026.

Lynnwood police: DoorDash ends with a crash, driver then sets his car on fire

A Lynnwood police K-9 tracked the driver, allegedly high on methamphetamine, to where he was hiding under a nearby car.

Lynnwood City Council members gather for a meeting on Monday, March 17, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood holds special budget meeting during summer recess

Council members discussed the city’s $10.7 million shortfall. Next month, the council will hear proposals for department-specific cuts.

Lynnwood City Council members gather for a meeting on Monday, March 17, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Lynnwood councilor Joshua Binda speaks during a Lynnwood City Council meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood establishes its first Youth Council

The council will give people ages 14 to 19 a chance to serve on an official city commission. Meetings are expected to begin in 2026.

Lynnwood councilor Joshua Binda speaks during a Lynnwood City Council meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Escamilla, Boucsieguez, Owings, Binda move on to general in Lynnwood

Both incumbents advance despite a tight margin in the Position 3 race.

Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell speaks during a city council meeting on Monday, March 17, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood faces $10.7M budget shortfall by end of 2026

The mayor is considering staff cuts to address the shortfall, which is a result of lower-than-expected revenues.

Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell speaks during a city council meeting on Monday, March 17, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Position 1 candidates prioritize public safety, differ on tax increases

Derica Escamilla is looking to retain her seat against challengers Dio Boucsieguez and Brandon Kimmel.

From left to right, Lynnwood City Council Position 3 candidates Josh Binda, Tyler Hall and Bryce Owings.

Position 3 candidates focus on affordability amid city’s growth

City Council Vice President Josh Binda is seeking a second term against challengers Tyler Hall and Bryce Owings.

From left to right, Lynnwood City Council Position 3 candidates Josh Binda, Tyler Hall and Bryce Owings.
Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell speaks during a city council meeting on Monday, March 17, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood faces ‘substantial budget shortfall,’ mayor says

The city ended 2024 with a $4.2 million deficit, and financial statements show a $5.2 million gap in the city’s general fund.

Lynnwood Mayor Christine Frizzell speaks during a city council meeting on Monday, March 17, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Lynnwood child, 4, accidentally shoots mother, father arrested

The child retrieved a loaded firearm from his father, who was asleep at the time, South County deputies said.

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Rick Steves launches $1M match challenge for Lynnwood Neighborhood Center

The $26.5 million Lynnwood Neighborhood Center will house several community spaces and partner with local nonprofits.

Red tape hangs in the front of the entrance to a burned down Center for Human Services building along 204th Street on Monday, July 7, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood fire destroys behavioral health nonprofit building

The cause of the fire is under investigation. The building housed an intensive mental health support program for youth and families.

Red tape hangs in the front of the entrance to a burned down Center for Human Services building along 204th Street on Monday, July 7, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Lynnwood City Council members gather for a meeting on Monday, March 17, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood City Council adopts unified development code

The consolidated code addresses recent state legislation and increases the number of housing units allowed on certain lots.

Lynnwood City Council members gather for a meeting on Monday, March 17, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Lynnwood Municipal Court administrator announces retirement

After more than 30 years in the state’s court system, Paulette Revoir will retire at the end of June.

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The second floor of the Lynnwood Crisis Center on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

State budget, legislation could help vacant Lynnwood Crisis Care Center

The two-year operating budget allocates $15 million to crisis centers. Another bill would streamline Medicaid contract negotiations.

The second floor of the Lynnwood Crisis Center on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)