Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin addresses political attacks with proven results

EVERETT—As Everett’s political season gains momentum, Mayor Cassie Franklin addresses criticisms about public safety and homelessness, emphasizing her administration’s achievements and partnerships. “It is disappointing to see a political opponent dismiss the incredibly hard work of our city teams and the strong partnerships we’ve built with organizations like Everett Gospel Mission, Compass Health, Cocoon House […]
‘Numbers expose the truth,’ challenger Scott Murphy blasts Everett Mayor on handling of homelessness

EVERETT—Scott Murphy, a former Everett City Councilmember challenging incumbent Mayor Cassie Franklin in the 2025 mayoral race, has criticized her administration’s handling of homelessness, in an op-ed submitted to the Lynnwood Times, citing a significant increase in unsheltered individuals in Everett. According to the 2025 Snohomish County Point-in-Time (PIT) count, Everett’s unsheltered population has risen […]
Everett’s Julio Cortes: An emerging leader and role model in Snohomish County

EVERETT, Wash., May 19, 2023—Representative Julio Cortes (D-Everett) of the 38th Legislative District (LD) started his first term in the house back in January, but the freshman representative has had a busy legislative session. Cortes was the primary sponsor on seven bills, with three of them being signed into law this year. “I’m thankful for […]