Gov. signs Low bill protecting families of fallen first responders from health coverage gaps
OLYMPIA—Families of Washington law enforcement officers and firefighters killed in the line of duty will soon have stronger protection from health coverage gaps under legislation sponsored by Rep. Sam Low and signed into law by Gov. Bob Ferguson. Under House Bill 2441, surviving spouses, domestic partners and dependent children will be reimbursed for health insurance […]
Op-Ed: The ballooning cost of the I-5 bridge is unjustified
Back in 2009, the Washington Policy Center noted that the preferred Columbia River bridge alternative, which included light rail, was estimated to cost $4 billion, with light rail chewing up about $1 billion of that projection. The Oregonian reported the same year that project officials were “searching for ways to make the project affordable.” Apparently, they didn’t find anything, as […]
Washington’s largest apprenticeship career fair returns to Everett April 23
Everett, WA — Sno-Isle TECH Skills Center will host the 2026 Apprenticeship Career + Job Fair on April 23 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM, bringing together more than 30 apprenticeship programs from across Washington State in recognition of National Apprenticeship Week. Held at Sno-Isle TECH (9001 Airport Rd, Everett, WA 98204), the free community event […]
Gov. signs Eslick bill creating Blue Envelope Program to improve traffic stops for neurodivergent drivers
OLYMPIA—Legislation aimed at preventing misunderstandings during traffic stops and improving safety for drivers with autism and other neurodivergent conditions has been signed into law by Gov. Bob Ferguson. House Bill 2323, sponsored by Rep. Carolyn Eslick, directs the Washington State Department of Licensing to establish a statewide Blue Envelope Program. The envelope will hold essential […]
Tammy Dunn to be inducted into the Sports ETA Hall of Fame
CINCINNATI — Sports ETA today announced that Tammy Dunn, Executive Director of the Snohomish County Sports Commission, will be inducted into the Sports ETA Hall of Fame during the organization’s annual Symposium in Las Vegas on April 22, 2026. The Sports ETA Hall of Fame is sponsored by the Albuquerque Sports Commission. The Hall of […]
Sexual Abuse Allegations Rock César Chávez Day — But the Farm Worker Movement Lives On
EVERETT — Sexual abuse allegations against César Chávez have led to the cancellation or scaling back of observances for César Chávez Day, which is on March 31, across the country, including the lack of an official proclamation in Washington state this year. “In light of the shocking allegations, the governor will not be issuing a […]
Everett Detectives identified suspect in fire engine theft via DNA
Everett Police property crimes detectives have referred charges to the Snohomish County Prosecutor’s Office after completing the investigation into the July 2025 theft of an Everett Fire Department engine and the series of collisions that followed. “Stealing a fire engine is not only unlawful – it puts our community and our first responders at risk,” […]
Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force Arrests 63-year-old Man on Multiple Charges
Last week, the Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force (SRDTF), in partnership with the Everett Police Department’s Anti-Crime Team (ACT), arrested a 63-year-old Mountlake Terrace man on multiple charges, including possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine, fentanyl, cocaine, and suboxone strips. The arrest followed an investigation that began in mid-2025. As part of the operation, detectives […]
Lynnwood CC trains on insurance liability and discusses transportation projects
LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood City Council attended a Washington Cities Insurance Authority (WCIA) training session and were briefed on upcoming major transportation projects at their Monday, March 16, Work Session. WCIA Training After council and Mayor’s comments (there were few), Ann Bennett, WCIA Executive Director, led a presentation and training session to council on the current […]
County Council Passes Nehring Proposal to Increase Transparency on Tax Votes
EVERETT — This morning, the Snohomish County Council unanimously approved Councilmember Nate Nehring’s proposal to increase transparency and public awareness when the Council considers ordinances that would raise taxes. The newly adopted policy requires County Council staff to provide formal notification to local news outlets, post clear notice on the County Council’s official webpage, and […]
