Manhunt underway for Lynnwood shooting suspect Lane Scott Phipps
LYNNWOOD — Lynnwood Police Department has probable cause for the arrest of Lane Scott Phipps DOB/02-22-1996. He is described as 5’11”, 185lbs, with blue eyes. He is wanted for Assault 1st Degree, Felony Harassment, and additional crimes committed on July 5, 2022, at the Lynnwood Pick-N-Pull. He also has active warrants for his arrest including […]
United Way of Snohomish County announces Craig Chambers as new CEO
EVERETT, Wash., July 6, 2022 — Today, United Way of Snohomish County (UWSC) announces Craig Chambers as its President and Chief Executive Officer. Chambers joins UWSC after acting as CEO and Executive Director of United Way Skagit Valley for two years. He replaces Dr. Terry Cox, who has been acting as interim and President and […]
Heather Hirotaka named Washington State Archivist
OLYMPIA — Secretary of State Steve Hobbs has appointed Heather Hirotaka, a longtime public servant, as the next Washington State Archivist, effective July 5, 2022. Hirotaka will oversee Washington State Archives, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State (OSOS) that collects and preserves the state’s historical records and makes them available to […]
Marysville accepting applications for neighborhood and business improvement grants
MARYSVILLE — Well-kept neighborhoods and business areas provide benefits to both residents and visitors.  That’s why the City of Marysville offers Community Beautification Grants. This program invites homeowners, residents and local business owners in the downtown area to apply for city funding to help beautify outdoor and exterior spaces. This is a competitive grant process. […]
Fugitive on the run after gunfire exchange with Lynnwood Police
LYNNWOOD, Wash., July 6, 2022 — Authorities are searching for a white man, around 5’11” with a medium build wanted for attempted murder and escaping a Department of Corrections facility. The suspect is considered armed and dangerous. Yesterday in front of Pick n Pull on Highway 99, at approximately 12 p.m., the suspect allegedly opened fire […]
Exclusive interview with Everett Police Chief Dan Templeman
EVERETT — In continuing our podcast series on public safety, Lynnwood Times journalist Bo Brusco deep dives with Everett Police Chief Dan Templeman to discuss staffing shortages, how resignations and retirements lead to losing years of valuable experience, and the importance of mental health in the law enforcement profession. Dwindling applicant pools, early retirement and […]