Mukilteo resident recognized for her vigilance in reducing crime
MUKILTEO—Mukilteo Police Chief Andy Illyn presented local crime fighter and resident, Debbie Willcut, on February 20 with the Community Law Enforcement Award for her exemplary volunteer service to public safety. Below is his speech to the City Council in its entirety: “One of our core values at the Mukilteo Police Department is Community. Yet, I […]
After public backlash, Democrat lawmakers will hear 3 of 6 citizen initiatives
OLYMPIA—Washington State House and Senate leaders agree to hold joint public hearings on initiatives I- 2113 (police pursuits), I-2111 (state income tax) and I-2081 (parental rights) on February 27 and 28. Exact times will be confirmed later this week and the hearings will be televised live on the TVW website. “The fact Democrats in the legislature have scheduled three hearings […]
Biden announces new executive actions to combat gun violence
WSHINGTON D.C.—The Biden-Harris Administration announced executive actions to promote safe storage of firearms as part of President Joe Biden’s proposal in March 2023 to reduce gun violence. Biden has directed the Department of Education and the Department of Justice to carry out the following executive actions to help further promote safe storage and protect children: […]
Lynnwood police chief addresses concerns surrounding violent crime
LYNNWOOD—Lynnwood Police Chief Cole Langdon released a video message addressing the recent uptick in violent crime, specifically carjackings, in Lynnwood proper and surrounding neighborhoods. Chief Langdon is reminding residents to stay vigilant. “Most concerned to us and most concerning to you are these situations where we’ve had people taking firearms removing people from their vehicles […]
Mukilteo to hold public hearing on amendments to fire and building codes
MUKILTEO—For its Business Meeting at 6 p.m., Tuesday, February 20, the Mukilteo City Council will hold a public hearing on amending its building and fire codes and approving legislative priorities from its annual retreat. The meeting will be held both in-person and can watch the live streaming of Council Meetings at www.mukilteowa.gov, Facebook Live and is […]
Cessna crashes just south of Mukilteo Dog Park, pilot survives
MUKILTEO—A Cessna 150 returning inbound to Paine Field Airport, crashed in a wooded ravine of Japanese Gulch, just south of the Mukilteo Dog Park around 5:26 p.m., Friday, February 16. The pilot, and only person aboard the single engine aircraft, survived and is in stable condition with no major injuries. Mukilteo Fire Department, Snohomish County […]
Voters approve $866 million in school bonds and levies in Special Election
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Snohomish County voters overwhelmingly supported ballot measures to provide funding for school districts across the Snohomish County in the February 13 Special Election. Both the Marysville Transportation Benefit District and the levy for Fire District 22 passed handsomely with 71% and 60% respectively. Voter turnout as of the count on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, […]
District Court Commissioner releases Edmonds home invaders without bail
EDMONDS—At Monday’s court hearing, the two suspects who fled a stolen vehicle and invaded an Edmonds home were released without bail by Snohomish County District Court Commissioner Jennifer Millett. Millett was appointed by Judge Jennifer Rancourt in January 2023. Jordin Maldonado, 28, male, from Spanaway, and Tanya Hernandez, 45, from Lakewood were arrested and booked […]
Council heard from parties of proposed Garden Senior Village construction
LYNNWOOD—Lynnwood City Council updated its Council Rules relating to remote public comments, approved the 2024 Finance Committee meeting schedule, unanimously agreed to $45,000 in incentives for camp counselor and lifeguard positions, and held a public hearing on a proposed development agreement with Garden Senior Village at its Business Meeting on February 12. Public Hearing: Garden […]
Two arrested, a third is a person of interest involved in Edmonds home invasion stand-off
EDMONDS—After an hour stand-off with Edmonds Police, two of three suspects involved in a possible vehicle theft who fled into the home of an innocent person, were arrested Saturday evening, and are now facing felony charges. Edmonds Police discovered a stolen vehicle during a routine vehicle check near the 8700 blk of Main Street just […]
