DNC approves resolution to abolish ICE, Republicans call it ‘political suicide’

AUSTIN, Texas — The Democratic National Committee approved a nonbinding resolution on Saturday, August 15, urging all Democratic members of Congress to abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The full DNC membership passed the measure, known as Resolution 27, by unanimous voice vote. It advanced two days earlier from the Resolutions Committee by a 25-12 […]
Connect, Collaborate, Celebrate at Summer Networking 2026

EVERETT—Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) and the Snohomish Chamber of Commerce invite you to join us for the 2026 Summer Networking event, presented by The Boeing Company—an evening of connection, conversation, and community at the beautiful Feather Ballroom! Each year, EASC partners with a local chamber to co-host this signature summer gathering, bringing together business leaders, community partners, and professionals […]
Call for Artists: Ferry View Gallery Opens Applications for 2027-2029 Exhibits

MUKILTEO — The City of Mukilteo has announced a call for artists for the Rosehill Community Center’s Ferry View Gallery. Individual artists and art groups are encouraged to submit an application for 2027, 2028 or 2029. Selected artists will have their artwork displayed and available for sale for three months. Artwork must be original and […]
Letter-to-Editor: Sewer rates are rising. Has Lynnwood studied all the options?

Lynnwood and Edmonds both need good wastewater treatment. This is not the question. The question is whether the public is seeing the choices before the money is already spent. The Lynnwood wastewater treatment plant expansion is now estimated at about $330 million. The plant is owned by Lynnwood, but it sits at Brown’s Bay, surrounded […]
Community Transit announces Aug 29 bus service changes in Snohomish County

SNOHOMISH COUNTY — Starting August 29, Community Transit is making changes to bus routes, schedules, and park and ride facilities in Snohomish County. The updates will impact several stops, including in Bellevue and Downtown Seattle. Service changes take place four times a year to improve reliability and connections and meet shifting demands. Routes 109, 166, […]
Public invited to comment on proposed Everett Transit and Community Transit consolidation approach

EVERETT—The City of Everett and Community Transit are pursuing consolidation of their transit operations to form a unified and expanded countywide transit system. The public is invited to comment and ask questions about the proposed consolidation – including the draft consolidation approach – at an open house meeting on Tuesday, August 18. The public can also submit comments online at everettwa.gov/transitconsolidation before the consolidation is […]