Trump nominates Pete Serrano for US attorney in western WA
OLYMPIA [Jerry Cornfield] — In an unexpected move, President Donald Trump on Monday nominated Pete Serrano, a former state attorney general candidate from Pasco, to be the next U.S. attorney for the Western District of Washington. Serrano now leads the federal prosecutor’s office in eastern Washington in his dual roles of first assistant U.S. attorney and special attorney to […]
Washington’s vote-by-mail survives: SCOTUS leaves nationwide injunction on new USPS rule in place
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The Supreme Court denied the Trump administration’s emergency application to stay a nationwide preliminary injunction blocking the USPS “Ballot Mail for Federal Elections” rule for the 2026 midterms. The order leaves the injunction in place, so the new USPS rule cannot be enforced for the November 3 elections. “Today’s ruling is a huge win […]
Mukilteo Chamber of Commerce Accepting Resumes for Executive Director
MUKILTEO—The Mukilteo Chamber of Commerce is accepting resumes for a full-time Executive Director position. The Executive Director serves as the Chamber’s primary leader and spokesperson and will work from the Chamber office located at 4902 76th Street SW in the Old Town neighborhood of Mukilteo. The Chamber is a 501(c)(6) membership organization dedicated to promoting […]
Peter Mongillo, Snohomish Fire Spokesman and Former KOMO Photojournalist, Dies After Cancer Battle
LAKE STEVENS — Peter Mongillo, the public information and education officer for Snohomish Regional Fire & Rescue (SRFR) and a former television photojournalist, died at his home after a battle with cancer, SRFR announced Monday. Mongillo joined the regional fire agency in 2022 after a 21-year career as a photojournalist, most recently with Seattle’s KOMO […]
Lynnwood’s Garden Senior Village expands with brand new wing, adding 38 units
LYNNWOOD—Lynnwood’s Garden Senior Village, an affordable, community-based, living option for seniors, has expanded its capacity with a brand-new wing increasing its available living units by 38, just in time for its 30th anniversary. The new wing units have all new fixtures, AC mini splits (offering year-round heat and air conditioning), and granite countertops for the […]
Sheriff’s Office launches Drone as First Responder pilot program
SNOHOMISH COUNTY — The Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office is launching a Drone as First Responder pilot with Snohomish County 911 and drone maker Skydio, aiming to get live video to deputies before they reach some emergency scenes. “This pilot is about getting our first responders better information, faster,” Sheriff Susanna Johnson said. “When deputies are […]
Seattle Men’s Chorus and Seattle Women’s Chorus both announce new 2026-27 Season
SEATTLE – Seattle Men’s Chorus (SMC) and Seattle Women’s Chorus (SWC) return to the stage for the 2026-27 season with three brand-new concerts, treating audiences to holiday magic, an intimate look at life’s journeys, and a full-on return to the dance floor. The new season will feature performances across Seattle, along with select shows in […]
Snohomish County Public Works holds press conference on transportation investments in Executive’s proposed budget
SNOHOMISH—Snohomish County Public Works held a press conference on Wednesday, September 9, highlighting transportation investments included in the recently released budget from County Executive Dave Somers. Executive Somers’ key themes that guided the county’s work on the budget including an emphasis on critical public services and infrastructure, as well as a continued commitment to protecting […]
Lynnwood facing $21.4 million deficit in 2027-2028 general fund budget, could hit $30 million
LYNNWOOD — Mayor George Hurst has sent the City Council for review at its Monday business meeting a preliminary 2027-28 General Fund forecast that shows a $21.4 million deficit, far larger than the $3 million shortfall written into the adopted 2025-26 budget, and warned that the plan does not yet include all the known risks […]
