Hospitals performing gender-affirming care on children to lose Medicare and Medicaid funding
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) today announced it will terminate Medicare and Medicaid to any hospital that performs sex-rejecting procedures on minors, taking action to remove gender dysphoria as a disability, and sending “warning letters” to breast binder manufacturers. HHS Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr announced a series of […]
‘Our country is back,’ Trump declares in National Address
WASHINGTON, D.C.—President Donald J Trump on Wednesday evening declared that America has staged a dramatic comeback in just the first 11 months under his “America First” leadership, pulling the nation back from the brink of collapse and restoring prosperity, security, and global respect. Painting a picture of a country that was “dead” and failing a […]
Community Call-to-Action: Donate now at Stuff the Bus for Historic Flood Relief
SNOHOMISH—In the aftermath of historic flooding that shattered river records and displaced families across Snohomish County, Volunteers of America Western Washington is teaming up with Community Transit and Snohomish County to host a “Stuff the Bus” donation drive this Saturday. The event, set for December 20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Snohomish Station […]
Snohomish County offers Solid Waste Voucher Program
EVERETT—Snohomish County residents impacted by recent flood conditions can now dispose of flood-damaged household items at no charge at county solid waste facilities through its flood voucher program that ends January 18, 2026. The voucher program is authorized under county code during a state of emergency when safe and rapid removal of garbage would help […]
Public invited to the 2025 Homeless Memorial Vigil, Dec 19
EVERETT—The Snohomish County’s Veterans Homelessness Committee, in partnership with Snohomish County Human Services, invites the community to join in honoring and remembering those who have tragically lost their lives while experiencing homelessness at the 2025 Annual Homeless Memorial Vigil with an emphasis on veterans. This poignant event will take place on Friday, December 19th, at […]
VIPs tour Snohomish County STEM’s ECHO Tour at Edmonds College
LYNNWOOD—A dozen representatives from various industry sectors took part in Snohomish County STEM’s ECHO (Exploring Careers in Healthcare Opportunities) Tour on Tuesday, December 16, at Edmonds College’s Hazel Miller Hall. ECHO Tour is a hands-on career exploration event that connects high school students across Snohomish County with real healthcare professionals, tools, and pathways. Through interactive, […]
Port of Everett cuts ribbon on new Net Shed Fish Market at Restaurant Place
EVERETT—The Port of Everett and the Way Hospitality Group cut the ribbon on a brand new “tide to table” fresh fish market – the Net Shed Fish Market – at the Port’s ever-expanding Restaurant Row on Tuesday, December 16. The Net Shed Fish Market is a year-round fresh fish market and restaurant inspired by Everett’s […]
Washington Republican Dan Newhouse will not seek reelection to Congress
YAKIMA VALLEY—United States Representative Dan Newhouse, a Republican representing Washington’s 4th Congressional District, announced Wednesday, December 17, that he will not seek reelection in 2026, ending a congressional career marked by his vote to impeach President Donald J Trump following the January 6, 2021, Capitol breach. “I am announcing today that I will not seek […]
Over 200,000 SnoPUD and PSE customers without power
Snohomish PUD reports that strong northwesterly winds did a significant damage to Camano Island and the northwestern part of Snohomish County overnight. Snohomish County PUD is working to get power restored as quickly and safely as possible. The National Weather Service had a high wind warning in effect until 6 a.m. Wednesday morning. Gusts were […]
CAIR files federal lawsuit against Gov DeSantis over terrorist designation
TAMPA—Leaders of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and its Florida chapter gathered at their headquarters on Tuesday to announce the filing of a federal lawsuit against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, challenging his recent executive order that labeled the organization a terrorist group. The suit, filed Monday, December 15, in the U.S. District Court for […]
