Bill critics alleging will undo Parents’ Rights initiative moves forward
(The Center Square)—House Republicans in the Washington State Legislature offered up dozens of amendments Thursday, January 30, during an executive session before the House Education Committee, but none were successful in slowing down a bill that critics say would undo a parents’ bill of rights initiative passed by lawmakers last year. House Bill 1296 would, according to the […]
Lynnwood Public Facilities District meeting on February 4
LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood Public Facilities District, now called “The District,” will conduct a hybrid meeting on February 4 to take place at the Lynnwood Public Facilities District Conference Room located at 3815 196th St SW in Lynnwood. Participants may also zoom into the meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for March 4, 2025. Meeting date and time: […]
National Burn Awareness Week: Preventing Burns in the Homes
OLYMPIA—The Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office is providing tips to prevent burn injuries in the community during National Burn Awareness Week, February 2-8, 2025. This year’s emphasis is on preventing burns in the home. Burn hazards can be found in every living space, including houses, apartments, and temporary shelters. By taking a few simple precautions, […]
School delays and cancellations for February 3
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—School districts across the Snohomish County have issued alerts of delays and cancellations for Monday, February 3, 2025. Arlington Home – Arlington Public Schools (wednet.edu) Due to poor road conditions in some areas of Arlington, all schools will be starting two hours late this morning. There will be no out-of-district transportation, no AM/PM APPLE […]
DNC Members Elect New Slate of DNC Officers
On Saturday, February 1, Democratic National Committee (DNC) members voted to elect a new slate of DNC Officers including positions for Chair, Vice Chair of Civic Engagement and Voter Participation, three Vice Chairs, Secretary, Treasurer, and National Finance Chair. The DNC is the principal governing organization of the Democratic Party of the United States. The new elected […]
Collision Investigation Unit Detectives Investigate Fatal Crash in Bothell
BOTHELL—A 16-year-old male was killed in a vehicle crash on Locust Way in Bothell early Saturday morning the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office reports. Around 1:59 a.m. Saturday, February 1, Sheriff’s Office deputies and Collision Investigation Unit (CIU) detectives responded to a single-vehicle fatal crash in the 24200 block of Locust Way in the unincorporated Bothell area. […]
Lynnwood police chief says state law ties the hands of police in illegal immigration enforcement
LYNNWOOD—In a message to residents on Friday, Lynnwood Police Chief Cole Langdon shared that the Keep Washington Working Act prevents law enforcement from assisting in immigration enforcement. Last Friday, Mukilteo Police Chief Andy Illyn shared a similar stance. Below is his community message in its entirety: As your Chief of Police, I want to take a moment to reaffirm the […]
Snohomish County Civic Engagement Day has its biggest turnout yet
EVERETT—Nearly 300 high school students took a field trip to the Snohomish County Campus on Thursday, January 30, to participate in the County’s third annual Civic Engagement Day, where students can learn the ins-and-outs of local government. Classes were spread throughout the County Campus Administrative Building and the Snohomish County Courthouse centering on six departments […]
Deputies Investigating 911 Radio Tower Burglary
GRANITE FALLS—Two men were arrested on January 29 for allegedly burglarizing a Snohomish County 911 emergency communications radio tower north of Granite Falls. This remains an active investigation. At approximately 7:30 a.m., Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to reports of two suspects burglarizing a Snohomish County 911 emergency communications radio tower north of Granite […]
39th Annual Skagit Valley Tulip Run to celebrate fitness, community
BURLINGTON—Celebrate the arrival of spring in one of the Pacific Northwest’s most breathtaking regions at the 39th Annual Skagit Valley Tulip Run on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the Skagit Regional Airport in Burlington, WA. This beloved event combines fitness, community spirit, and the vibrant charm of tulip season into a weekend experience you’ll treasure. […]
