April 13, 2026 10:27 am

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Everett Detectives identified suspect in fire engine theft via DNA

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Everett Police property crimes detectives have referred charges to the Snohomish County Prosecutor’s Office after completing the investigation into the July 2025 theft of an Everett Fire Department engine and the series of collisions that followed. “Stealing a fire engine is not only unlawful – it puts our community and our first responders at risk,” […]

Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force Arrests 63-year-old Man on Multiple Charges

Drug Task Force

Last week, the Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force (SRDTF), in partnership with the Everett Police Department’s Anti-Crime Team (ACT), arrested a 63-year-old Mountlake Terrace man on multiple charges, including possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine, fentanyl, cocaine, and suboxone strips. The arrest followed an investigation that began in mid-2025. As part of the operation, detectives […]

Lynnwood CC trains on insurance liability and discusses transportation projects

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LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood City Council attended a Washington Cities Insurance Authority (WCIA) training session and were briefed on upcoming major transportation projects at their Monday, March 16, Work Session.   WCIA Training After council and Mayor’s comments (there were few), Ann Bennett, WCIA Executive Director, led a presentation and training session to council on the current […]

County Council Passes Nehring Proposal to Increase Transparency on Tax Votes

2024 Comprehensive Plan

EVERETT — This morning, the Snohomish County Council unanimously approved Councilmember Nate Nehring’s proposal to increase transparency and public awareness when the Council considers ordinances that would raise taxes. The newly adopted policy requires County Council staff to provide formal notification to local news outlets, post clear notice on the County Council’s official webpage, and […]

2026 Legislative Session: AI, Rural ADUs and new Millionaire Tax debated

Legislative Kickoff

EVERETT — Snohomish County state legislators on Tuesday recapped the recently concluded 2026 legislative session during a virtual forum, spotlighting substantial investments in transportation infrastructure while offering sharply different assessments of a new income tax on high earners. The Economic Alliance of Snohomish County hosted the discussion with Senators Marko Liias (D21–Edmonds) and Keith Wagoner […]

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