Don Schwab announces reelection campaign for Everett City Council
EVERETT—Retired Everett firefighter, and labor advocate Don Schwab officially announced his campaign for reelection to a second term on the Everett City Council representing District 3. With a deep commitment to public service and a proven track record of leadership, Schwab is ready to continue working for a stronger, more vibrant Everett. “It has been […]
Hands Off anti-Trump protesters return to Snohomish County
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Thousands of protesters congregated throughout the county Saturday, April 19, in protest of the Trump administration and the leader of DOGE, Elon Musk. On Broadway, from the 41st Street Overpass to Marine Drive, in Everett a plethora of honking horns emanated down the streets as flowing traffic passed by crowds of people bearing signs […]
Trump resistance groups take to the streets with events planned across Snohomish County
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—A plethora of anti-Trump resistance groups are rising across the country with many upcoming events planned across Snohomish County. On Saturday, April 5, millions of people attended the, more than, 1,600 Hands Off demonstrations across all 50 states, congregating at government buildings and parks with three demands: “an end to the billionaire takeover and […]
Alan Rubio launches 2025 bid for Everett City Council
EVERETT—In a bold and unique campaign launch, Alan Rubio, known for his passion for Everett, is officially entering the race for the Everett City Council District 4 seat. Armed with an Infinity Gauntlet prop—a symbol of strength, vision, and the power to bring about change—Rubio is ready to snap Everett into a brighter future. Rubio, […]
Who is voting for what: Future 42 releases its scorecard for local governments
Future 42 Snohomish County has analyzed key 2024 votes in the Snohomish County Council, and the city councils of Edmond, Everett, and Lynnwood into a custom scorecard for each to help inform residents if local council members are reflecting their values with their votes. Snohomish County Council 2024 Scorecard Below are some of the key votes that […]
John DeRousse, appointed as new Everett Police Chief
EVERETT, Wash., November 2, 2023—Deputy Chief John DeRousse was sworn in as the new Police Chief for the Everett Police Department during the City Council Meeting on Monday succeeding Dan Templeman who announced his retirement on September 27. “I’ve seen John’s leadership in action over the last several years and have been genuinely impressed,” said […]
Mayor Franklin delivers Everett State of the City address
EVERETT, Wash., March 12, 2023—Affordable housing, homelessness, violent crime, economic development, climate change and more recreational opportunities are some of the key challenges facing the city of Everett after a year of highs and lows, Mayor Cassie Franklin said. While Everett drew its share of highs with the opening of Paine Field to commercial air […]
Everett Councilwoman storms out of chamber after failed leadership attempt
EVERETT, Wash., January 5, 2023—Everett City Councilwoman Liz Vogeli packed her bag and abruptly left 30 minutes into yesterday’s 84-minute Everett City Council meeting. Approximately 14 minutes earlier both Councilwomen Paula Rhyne, District 2, and Brenda Stonecipher, Member-at-Large, were nominated for Council President / Mayor Pro Tempore for 2023. Councilwoman Stonecipher was nominated by councilmembers Ben […]
Everett City Council failed to proceed with COPS grant
Everett City Council failed to proceed with COPS grant to hire police officersBy Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff The Everett Police Department was not approved to accept an awarded six million dollar federal grant for the hiring of up to 16 new officers. During the August 26 Everett City Council meeting, a motion to […]
Everett protest demands coronavirus protection for homeless
By: Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff EVERETT, Wash. – A group of protesters gathered outside of the Wall Street Building on Wednesday, August 5 to stand in solidarity with the unsheltered community during the coronavirus pandemic. Protesting that people experiencing homelessness have access to a specific area to shelter in place during the coronavirus […]
