‘Washington State will not be bullied!’ Ferguson vows to defend sanctuary policies against DOJ and DHS

OLYMPIA—Washington State Governor Bob Ferguson (D), joined by elected leaders and community members, held a press conference Tuesday, August 19, addressing United States Attorney General Pam Bondi’s cease and desist letter sent Wednesday, August 13 – ordering Washington state to adhere to federal immigration enforcement efforts or risk federal cuts and criminal prosecution of officials […]
Edmonds’ Frances Anderson Center to hold Fall Programs Open House

EDMONDS—The City of Edmonds will be holding a fall program open house for its Frances Anderson Cultural and Leisure Center on Saturday, September 13, where guests can meet instructors, learn about upcoming new programs, and catch a presentation by the Reptile Man. The Frances Anderson Center’s, located at 700 Main Street in Edmonds, open house […]
Public invited to candlelight vigil for overdose awareness month

EVERETT – For the ninth year, people will gather at the end of August to remember loved ones, share resources, and spread a message of action and hope during A Night To Remember, A Time To Act. All are invited to participate in the annual remembrance and awareness event. This year’s event is set for […]
Nathan Caferro Promoted to Sports Events Manager of Sports Commission

SNOHOMISH COUNTY—The Snohomish County Sports Commission announces the promotion of Nathan Caferro to Sports Events Manager. As the Sports Events Manager, Nathan will elevate our Event Services Program including assisting with our annual sporting events and starting an Equipment Donation Program. Nathan began working for the Snohomish County Sports Commission as the Sports Event Coordinator […]
Snohomish County seeking applicants for Affordable Housing & Emergency Bridge and Shelter Housing Projects

Snohomish County is encouraging nonprofit organizations, for-profit developers, and government agencies to submit applications for homebuyer downpayment assistance and homeownership development as well as applications to develop affordable rental housing, emergency bridge or shelter housing, and sweat equity projects. All potential applicants are strongly encouraged to immediately review the Application Review Policy regarding communication with […]
Rick Steves leads Challenge Match, $302,000 raised to preserve Arts Education

The Foundation for Edmonds School District has announced the resounding success of its Save the Arts Campaign, raising an impressive $302,000—with additional pledges still rolling in—to preserve critical arts and music education programs across the Edmonds School District for the 2025-26 school year. Spurred by looming budget cuts that threatened arts education, for the last […]
Snohomish County PUD enhances wildfire safety with mitigation plan

With Washington experiencing an average of 1,500 wildfires annually, burning over 400,000 acres in recent years according to the Washington Department of Natural Resources, Snohomish County Public Utility District (PUD) has implemented a comprehensive Wildfire Mitigation Plan and a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) strategy to address wildfire risks in high-threat areas. These efforts aim […]
US Attorney General issues ultimatum to Ferguson on sanctuary status

OLYMPIA—In a significant escalation of the federal government’s efforts to enforce immigration laws, United States Attorney General Pam Bondi has notified Washington state Governor Bob Ferguson that the state qualifies as a sanctuary jurisdiction, requiring immediate steps to repeal related policies and affirm compliance with federal statutes, or face potential legal and financial consequences that […]
Angela Ramirez appointed as Secretary of Department of Social and Health Services

OLYMPIA – Governor Bob Ferguson appointed Angela Ramirez, on August 14, as Washington’s new Secretary of the Department of Social and Health Services, effective September 22. Ramirez recently served as chief of staff at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) through January 20. Since January, she has advised on several projects. Ramirez’s […]
AG’s Office issues “Know Your Rights” campaign on rent increases

SEATTLE – With a new state law limiting rent increases now in effect, the Attorney General’s Office is informing tenants of their rights and how to file a complaint if they receive an unlawful rent hike. The “Know Your Rights” flyer is available in Arabic, Chinese – Simplified, Chinese – Traditional, Dari, English, Korean, Marshallese, […]