The passing of James Earl Jones, a voice that shaped a narrative of culture

NEW YORK—One of the world’s most iconic voices, James Earl Jones, 93, passed away on September 9, 2024, at his home in Dutchess County, New York. Jones’ life story is one of overcoming personal adversity to achieve universal acclaim, of using one’s voice not just to entertain but to educate and uplift. Jones retired from […]
23-year-old man arrested in Bothell home invasion and child assault case

BOTHELL—Special Investigation Unit detectives arrested a Kevin Mendoza Montoya, 23, of Bothell, on Monday, September 9, on charges of first-degree burglary and second-degree child molestation related to a home invasion last Friday. Montoya and victim do not know each other, says the Sheriff’s Office and the suspect is expected to be booked into the Snohomish […]
Bothell Mayor and council receive thousands in contributions from Pastor prior to land vote

BOTHELL—On July 16, the City of Bothell entered a Letter of Intent with the Bothell United Methodist Church (BUMC) to gift the church, at no cost, a city-owned plot of land worth $6 million to be used for affordable housing and a community space. But conflict-of-interest concerns have since been raised involving one of BUMC’s […]
OSPI publishes guidance for limiting cell phone use in class

OLYMPIA—Washington State Superintendent Chris Reykdal released OSPI guidance for schools to limit cell phone use in class as a way to promote better mental health and digital literacy in Washington schools. With cell phone use nearly universal for high school students and growing in elementary school, the majority of teachers are looking for comprehensive school […]