City of Lynnwood recognizes Lynnwood Times for Local News Day
LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood Times joins 1,444 other newsrooms across the country in celebrating the essential role local news in everyday life — from helping people make informed decisions to strengthening community connection and government accountability — with the recognition of April 9th as Local News Day. Lynnwood Mayor George Hurst issued a proclamation on April 2 […]
WA officials address voting concerns after Trump’s comments on SAVE Act
OLYMPIA – Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs is pushing back against President Donald Trump’s comments about “nationalizing” elections and the SAVE America Act, saying Washington’s election system will remain secure and locally controlled. In an email statement to the Washington Newspaper Publishers Association (WNPA), Hobbs said Washington is prepared to protect voters’ rights despite […]
The original Washington State Constitution to be displayed in the Governor’s office this week
OLYMPIA—To mark the start of the 2026 Legislative session, the Washington State Archives, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State, will temporarily display the original 1889 Constitution of the State of Washington in the Governor’s office. Members of the public are invited to view the document between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. […]
2025 Washington Politics: Elections, Scandals, Immigration, and Budget Deficits
In 2025, Washington state and Snohomish County politics were defined by high-stakes decisions, legal battles, fiscal pressures and budget deficits, and of course political scandals. Below are the highlights of our state, and local, politics coverage for 2025. Brandy’s Law brings some peace to victim of fatal dog attack in Lynnwood The Lynnwood City Council […]
2025 Lifestyles Recap: Community Resilience, Cultural Celebration, and Compassion
In 2025, local organizations and individuals throughout Snohomish County demonstrated remarkable community spirit through food security, education, and remembrance efforts. Below are some of the highlights of our coverage for 2025. Vaughn’s Teaching Farm and Kitchen holds 5th annual Christmas on the Farm Vaughn’s Teaching Farm and Kitchen in Lynnwood hosted its 5th annual Christmas […]
WA residents encouraged to support Western Washington flood relief
OLYMPIA—Secretary of State Steve Hobbs is encouraging Washington residents, public employees, and state retirees to help residents of Western Washington affected by flooding from this week’s atmospheric river. Secretary Hobbs authorized the activation of the Disaster Relief Center (DRC), a special function of the Office of the Secretary of State’s Combined Fund Drive (CFD), and […]
DOJ sues Washington state for failure to provide voter rolls
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division announced today it has filed federal lawsuits against six states — Delaware, Maryland, New Mexico, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington — for failure to produce their statewide voter registration lists (VRL) upon request. Steve Hobbs was named and sued in the suit in his official capacity as Secretary […]
SOS’ Office warns public not to give to scammers this holiday season
OLYMPIA – ‘Tis the season for giving and supporting our community – just make sure you aren’t giving to scammers. As we approach Giving Tuesday, Dec. 2, Secretary of State Steve Hobbs encourages donors to “Pause. Check the Cause” to ensure their donations are going to legitimate charities. Assured Giving, a collaboration campaign between the […]
Signature gatherers for two new initiatives facing harassment and violence
Signature collection efforts by Let’s Go Washington (LGW) are being met by reports of resistance in the forms of alleged verbal harassment, physical violence, and tampering—and they are only into their first week! LGW is collecting signatures for two initiatives: IL26-001 – Strengthening communication between parents and schools; and IL26-638 – Protecting fairness in girls’ […]
Washington State Supreme Court Justice Mary Yu to retire
OLYMPIA—Washington State Supreme Court Justice Mary Yu announced her retirement, effective December 31, 2025, concluding a judicial career spanning over 25 years. “Throughout her time on the bench, Justice Yu has demonstrated her commitment to respect, dignity and fairness for all,” Governor Bob Ferguson released in a statement. “As the first in her family to […]
