Alleged wage theft at Lynnwood’s ENSO Project, workers cheated, City censors union’s warnings
LYNNWOOD—When Julio secured a job laying drywall for Lynnwood’s upcoming multi-family development ENSO, in the city’s bustling downtown core known as City Center, he was ecstatic to have the opportunity and be a part of something bigger for Lynnwood’s vision. But when he received his first paycheck, a little over three months ago, he immediately […]
Sound Transit board approves property tax increase, cost overruns up to $34.5 billion
[The Center Square]—Residents in King, Pierce and Snohomish counties will pay more in property taxes next year, as the Sound Transit Board of Directors has approved a 1% property tax increase as the agency faces an estimated more than $30 billion in cost overruns on its Sound Transit 3 expansion projects. Sound Transit can raise property […]
Unemployment claims roll in from laid-off feds in Washington state
[WASHINGTON STATE STANDARD]—More than 1,600 federal workers in Washington state have filed for unemployment benefits since the government shutdown began at the start of October. Of the 1,625 claims the state Employment Security Department had received by Tuesday, 411 had been paid. The rest were pending. The state’s goal is no more than 21 days […]
Parents, school board members, and educators sue state over bill that modified Parents’ Bill of Rights
OLYMPIA [WASHINGTON STATE STANDARD]—School board directors and parents sued Washington state Thursday to block a Democrat-backed law overhauling rights for public school students and their parents. The policy has become a flashpoint in the national debate over gender inclusivity and diversity, equity, and inclusion in schools. The conservative political group, Let’s Go Washington, has a […]
Judge Tam Bui — She Cares About Mental Health
I urge you to vote for Judge Tam Bui for the Court of Appeals by November 4. I have a family member who struggles with mental illness. Mental Health Court has made a huge impact in our lives. Judge Bui led the effort to establish Snohomish County’s first Mental Health Court in 2012 — a […]
Marysville mourns the loss of beloved K-9 Officers Copper and Steele
With heavy hearts, the Marysville Police Department and the City of Marysville announce the passing of two beloved K-9 officers, Copper and Steele, who served the community with distinction, courage and loyalty for nearly a decade. K-9 Copper, End of Watch October 3, 2025, passed following an emergency surgery. Just days later, on October 16, […]
Community Transit unveils its $560 million 2026-2027 biennium budget
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Community Transit has released its proposed biennial budget for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, marking the agency’s first shift to a two-year planning cycle. The plan, presented by Chief Executive Officer Ric Ilgenfritz, focuses on continued service improvements, infrastructure investments, and a transition to in-house operations amid economic uncertainties. The budget aligns with the […]
Lynnwood Police Department addresses concerns over ALPR camera data use
LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood Police Department on Friday, October 24, issued a statement to clarify and “address potential misconceptions” of its use of Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) technology in response to a recent report by the University of Washington Center for Human Rights. The report titled, “Leaving the Door Wide Open: Flock Surveillance Systems and Immigration […]
EASC to host public webinar on Activate Snohomish Community Grant Program
EVERETT—Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) the designated small business liaison for the Snohomish Local Organizing Committee, is pleased to announce an upcoming informational webinar to assist businesses and organizations in preparing successful applications for the newly launched Activate Snohomish Community Grant Program. Funded by the Seattle Foundation with support from the Washington State Department of […]
Willis Tucker Park Lights Up for Community Play
SNOHOMISH—Snohomish County is pleased to announce that the Willis Tucker Park Ballfield Lighting Project is now complete, bringing evening play capability and enhanced accessibility to Field 2 at Willis Tucker Park. The project was installed during August and September 2025, and the lights were dedicated on Friday, October 17, 2025, with the Mill Creek Little […]
