‘All are welcome,’ Councilwoman pushes immigrant safety in Lynnwood
LYNNWOOD—A proposed resolution before the Lynnwood City Council aims to clarify the city’s stance on federal immigration enforcement and outline steps to better inform residents of their constitutional rights. After concerns from Police Chief Cole Langdon about potential legal liability for officers, Councilwoman Isabel Mata amended the measure to remove language that would have directed […]
Everett mayor issues Directive to shield community from ICE, encourages police intervene in federal enforcement
EVERETT — Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin issued a directive Wednesday outlining the city’s response to federal immigration enforcement, aiming to protect residents’ privacy and civil rights amid growing concerns over aggressive tactics by federal agents. Franklin signed Mayoral Directive 2026-01 on Feb. 25, announcing it during the City Council meeting that evening. The measure, effective […]
Lynnwood terminates Flock Safety cameras due to trust and oversight issues
LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood City Council voted unanimously on Monday, February 22, to terminate its contract with Flock Safety, scrapping a controversial network of automated license plate recognition cameras that had drawn months of fierce community backlash over privacy invasions and potential misuse for immigration enforcement. The Council’s decision was a swift reversal for a program once […]
Amid Trump crackdown, Lynnwood proposes protections for immigrants from ICE
LYNNWOOD—Amid escalating national outrage over fatal shootings and tactics by ICE in sweeping immigration crackdowns — which has deported over 540,000 people since January 2025 — the Lynnwood City Council debated a resolution on Tuesday, February 17, to shield immigrant residents from federal agents and raids. The Lynnwood police warned of legal risks if they […]
Mukilteo police arrest 21-year-old for crimes against children
MUKILTEO—On February 10, 2026, Mukilteo Police Department detectives, in collaboration with the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office Violent Offenders Task Force, arrested a 21-year-old Everett man on suspicion of second-degree dealing in depictions of a minor engaged in sexually explicit conduct. This arrest is the result of months […]
Lynnwood Mayor Hurst launches committee to counter ICE Activity
LYNNWOOD—At its Business Meeting on February 9, 2026, the Lynnwood City Council revised councilmember liaison assignments and approved an Interlocal Agreement with South County Fire regarding an Embedded Health Worker program. Mayor George Hurst, inspired by a recent Cops and Clergy meeting, proposes forming a mayor’s committee of service providers—including LETI, Refugee & Immigrant Services Northwest, […]
Council to vote on No-Cost Embedded Health Worker Program for Lynnwood Residents
LYNNWOOD—For its upcoming Business Meeting on February 9, 2026, council will revise councilmember liaison assignments and vote of an Interlocal Agreement with South County Fire regarding an Embedded Health Worker program. Councilmembers serve as liaisons to various City boards and commissions and as the City’s representatives to outside agencies and organizations. The Council will update […]
WA Senate passes ban on police face coverings
OLYMPIA [Jake Goldstein-Street]—The Washington state Senate voted Wednesday to ban law enforcement from covering their faces in response to growing concerns over masked federal immigration agents. Senate Bill 5855 would cover local, state and federal law enforcement, with limited exceptions for uses like personal protective equipment and undercover or SWAT operations. The proposal is sure to […]
Major narcotics seizure in Lynnwood following Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force investigation
LYNNWOOD — A recent investigation by the Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force (SRDTF), in collaboration with regional law enforcement partners, led to a significant seizure of illegal narcotics and assets connected to a major drug trafficking operation. In December 2025, a Lynnwood Police Detective assigned to the Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force (SRDTF) made a substantial […]
In Honor of Jim Smith: A Dedicated Servant to Lynnwood
LYNNWOOD—It is with great sadness we report that former Lynnwood Councilman Jim Smith, 75, passed away at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, January 15, his wife, Sherry informed the Lynnwood Times. “Tonight, Jim Smith is flying our plane to heaven. It was very peaceful. I will miss him deeply as I know all of you will. Rest […]
