Medals of Merit and Valor to be awarded at state Capitol

OLYMPIA — For the first time in nine years, Washington’s Medals of Merit and Valor will be awarded Wednesday, February 21, at a ceremony in the state Legislative Building. The Medal of Merit recognizes exceptional individuals who perform outstanding services for Washington and its residents. The Medal of Valor is awarded to anyone who has […]
Rowdy Mukilteo Town Hall criticize lawmaker’s handling of statewide issues

MUKILTEO—Senator Marko Liias (D-Mukilteo), Representatives Lillian Ortiz-Self (D-Mukilteo) and Strom Peterson (D-Edmonds), shared their priorities and heard from constituents at a 21st Legislative District town hall event at Kamiak High School in Mukilteo, on Saturday, February 17. The event was emceed by Mukilteo Council President Louis Harris. Washington’s 21st Legislative District encompasses portions of Everett, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Secretary of the Navy visits Naval Station Everett

EVERETT—Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro met with leaders and executives from Vigor Shipyard while at Naval Station Everett on Tuesday, February 13. He then held an All Hands’ Call for Sailors the next day on the base where he shared his priorities and listened to service personnel. “I welcome Secretary of the Navy […]
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 […]
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 […]
Alderwood Boys & Girls Club seeks help in finding two stolen vans

LYNNWOOD—The Alderwood Boys & Girls Club is seeking the public’s help in finding two of its vans that were stolen sometime between Friday night and Saturday morning, February 10. Now, the community organization whose sole purpose is to provide a safe and supportive space for youth, is left with one working van. No photos of […]
Two in stolen vehicle at speed in excess of 100 mph on I-5, arrested by K-9

ARLINGTON—Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Byrd and K-9 Dico assisted in the apprehension of two suspects in a stolen vehicle that fled deputies in speeds in excess of 100 mph on I-5, early Friday morning. At approximately 4 a.m., Friday, February 9, Snohomish County deputies located a stolen Audi Q5 driving northbound on I-5. As […]