Potential new ‘Muslim travel ban’ could take effect in March
SEATTLE—In 2017, when President Donald J Trump signed Executive Order 13769 (better known as the “Muslim ban”) into law, it was a decision by Seattle federal court judge James Robart that initially shot down the travel ban, forcing Trump and his senior adviser Stephen Miller back to the drawing board. Eight years later, concern has […]
Immigration Hub opposes legislation to withhold funds from sanctuary cities
The Immigration Hub — a national organization dedicated to advancing immigration policies — held a press conference voicing opposition against the No Bailout for Sanctuary Cities Act (HR 32) on Tuesday, March 4. The bill, introduced by Rep. Nick LaLota (R-NY01), if passed, would make a state or jurisdiction of a state ineligible for any […]
Federal judge in Seattle hears arguments on Trump admin’s cuts to refugee aid
The International Refugee Assistance Project (IRAP), Church World Service (CWS), HIAS, Lutheran Community Services NW, and nine other individuals filed a lawsuit, Pacito v Trump, against President Donald J Trump for his suspension of the Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP), and with it, abruptly withholding millions of federal dollars for refugee assistance agencies. U.S. District Court Judge […]
Bamboozled! New Parent’s Rights initiative filled after State Senate guts Parent’s Rights initiative passed last year
LYNNWOOD—Let’s Go Washington this morning announced that it will be introducing a new Parental Rights initiative to repeal Senate Bill 5181 passed by the Washington State Senate last month which the group says guts parent’s voices in schools. The new initiative will re-establish protections for students in schools and re-affirm that parents are the primary […]
Snohomish County welcomes Frontier Airlines to Paine Field Airport
EVERETT—Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers welcomed Frontier Airlines to Snohomish County’s Paine Field Airport, bringing direct service to Denver, Las Vegas, and Phoenix. This additional service means that travelers can fly directly to 10 cities from Paine Field, with Denver as the newest addition. “This is another great day for Snohomish County as we welcome […]
March is filled with sports tournaments throughout Snohomish County
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—This year, 2025, is shaping up to be one of the best for sports tournaments in Snohomish County. Eighteen tournaments are slated throughout Snohomish County over the next four weeks. With spring around the corner, baseball and fastpitch tournaments are in full swing even disc golf is picking up. Snohomish County is becoming known […]
Fire District 4 Board of Commissioners to consider EMS levy proposal at public meeting
SNOHOMISH—Call volumes for Snohomish County Fire District 4 are on the rise. Firefighters and EMTs now respond to approximately 4,300 calls each year, with more than 80% for emergency medical service (EMS). However, funding is not keeping pace with the increasing demand for emergency services and the associated costs. “We want to be up front […]
Sheriff’s Office releases new Level III Sex Offender Community Notification
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—The Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office releases the following Level III Sex Offender Community Notification. Following new guidelines from Washington Association of Sheriffs & Police Chiefs (WASPC), any Level III Registered Sex Offender living in Snohomish County will be posted on the Sheriff’s Office Facebook page when there is a new community notification. What are […]
New Interim Superintendent of Marysville School District named
MARYSVILLE—At its regular session board meeting on March 3, 2025, the Marysville School District Board of Directors appointed Dr. Deborah Rumbaugh as interim superintendent, effective immediately, following the resignation of Dr. David Burgess. Dr. Rumbaugh will be administered the oath of office at the next regular session board meeting on March 17, 2025. “I am […]
WA State Democrat Chair Shasti Conrad appointed as new Associate Chair for DNC
SEATTLE—Washington State Democrats Chair Shasti Conrad has been appointed Associate Chair of the Democratic National Committee (DNC) by Chair Ken Martin on Monday, March 3. She will be joining U.S. Representative Joyce Beatty (OH-03) and Labor Caucus Chair Stuart Appelbaum in the role. “The DNC is thrilled to announce a new slate of leaders whose […]
