Washington state 2026 mid-term elections are off! May the odds be ever in your favor
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Elections in Snohomish County have officially kicked off. Below are the candidates who has filed to run for office that will be on your Snohomish County ballot for 2026: 📍Legislative District 1State Representative Pos. 1DEMOCRATIC: Davina Duerr (Incumbent)REPUBLICAN: Maggie Wang State Representative Pos. 2LIBERTARIAN: Jeff LyonDEMOCRATIC: Shelley Kloba (Incumbent)REPUBLICAN: Cliff MoonDEMOCRATIC: Jenne Alderks 📍Legislative […]
Thurston County judge blocks law allowing state commission to decertify elected sheriffs
OLYMPIA — A Thurston County Superior Court judge on Wednesday granted a preliminary injunction blocking key provisions of a new Washington state law that would have allowed an unelected member of the Criminal Justice Training Commission to decertify and effectively remove elected county sheriffs from office. Judge Christine Schaller issued the ruling one day before […]
Rep Cindy Ryu enters race to replace fellow democrat Jesse Salomon
SHORELINE—Washington State Representative Cindy Ryu (D) has entered the Senate race to replace fellow Democrat, and incumbent, Sen. Jesse Salomon to represent the 32nd district. Ryu’s approach to the Senate will be, more-or-less, a continuation of the work that she’s been conducting in the House for the last 15 years in that she welcomes conversation […]
Ida Keeley announces candidacy for WA House of Representatives
LAKE STEVENS — Ida Keeley, a proven leader in public service with over 25 years of experience, today announced her candidacy for the open seat in the Washington State House of Representatives in the 39th Legislative District. Keeley, who lives in Lake Stevens, is running as an Independent Democrat, reflecting her longtime commitment to put […]
Lynnwood celebrates 420 by welcoming first ever retail cannabis store, Starbuds
LYNNWOOD—The City of Lynnwood cut the ribbon on its very first retail cannabis store – Starbuds — Monday, April 20 (also an unofficial holiday celebrating cannabis culture) following the City’s decision to lift its longstanding ban on cannabis retail. Starbuds Cannabis Co. is a licensed cannabis retailer focused on providing high-quality products, knowledgeable service, and […]
Group claims responsibility for sending anti-gay Snohomish Pride text
SNOHOMISH—The Snohomish Historic Values Society has claimed responsibility for an anonymous anti-gay text message poll sent to thousands of City of Snohomish residents that asked whether they wanted the City’s mayor to veto the contract for the upcoming Snohomish Pride parade. The group, in an email to the Lynnwood Times, stated that they commissioned a […]
Theo Angelis launches WA State Supreme court campaign with strong statewide endorsements
OLYMPIA, WA — Respected attorney and advocate Theo Angelis, appointed one week ago to Washington State Supreme Court, today announced a powerful slate of early endorsements for his 2026 campaign to retain his seat on the state’s highest court. Following his appointment by Governor Bob Ferguson to succeed retiring Justice Barbara Madsen, Angelis is building […]
Bill targets elected sheriffs for removal by appointed state board without a public vote
OLYMPIA—A divided Washington state Senate committee advanced a bill on February 9, 2026, that would empower a state oversight board to remove elected sheriffs from office if their peace officer certification was revoked, igniting a fierce debate over balancing accountability in law enforcement with the rights of local voters. Senate Bill 5974 cleared the Ways […]
WA Senate approves new bill lowering drunk driving limit to 0.05% BAC
OLYMPIA [Jerry Cornfield]—Washington took a major stride Wednesday toward slashing the state’s legal limit for driving drunk. A divided state Senate voted 26-23 to approve legislation to reduce the maximum allowable blood alcohol concentration for drivers from 0.08% to 0.05%. If it makes it through the House and into law, Washington would join Utah with the toughest […]
WA State Legislative Black Caucus releases 2026 priorities
OLYMPIA—The Washington State Legislative Black Caucus released the 2025 community survey results and 2026 legislative priorities for this years’ session, which begins on January 12, 2026. The Caucus’ Community Priorities Survey guides the caucus’ work to advance policies that protect Black children, strengthen families, support economic mobility, and invest in Black-led solutions statewide, it says. […]
