Washington state 2026 mid-term elections are off! May the odds be ever in your favor

SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Elections in Snohomish County have officially kicked off. Below are the candidates who has filed to run for office that will be on your Snohomish County ballot for 2026: 📍Legislative District 1State Representative Pos. 1DEMOCRATIC: Davina Duerr (Incumbent)REPUBLICAN: Maggie Wang State Representative Pos. 2LIBERTARIAN: Jeff LyonDEMOCRATIC: Shelley Kloba (Incumbent)REPUBLICAN: Cliff MoonDEMOCRATIC: Jenne Alderks 📍Legislative […]
REMATCH: Bruce Guthrie challenges incumbent Lillian Ortiz-Self in 21st District

EDMONDS—Libertarian Bruce Guthrie of Edmonds filed Friday to challenge Democratic incumbent Lillian Ortiz-Self once again for State Representative, Position 2, in the 21st Legislative District. Guthrie, a 63-year-old retired operations and marketing executive who now works as a substitute math and science teacher, has called Edmonds home since 2008. He and his wife Julia are […]
Khan challenges incumbent Liias for 21st District Senate Seat

MUKILTEO—Riaz Khan, a Republican and former Mukilteo City Council member, has filed on Friday, May 8, his candidacy for the Washington State Senate in the 21st Legislative District, setting up a rematch with longtime Democratic incumbent Sen. Marko Liias. Khan and Liias faced off in the 2018 Senate primary. Liias, a lifelong Washingtonian first appointed […]
GOP WINS REDISTRICTING WAR! Republicans poised to control US House

Republicans have secured a significant net advantage in the partisan fight over congressional redistricting, positioning the party for a projected pickup of roughly 11 House of Representative seats ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. New maps already enacted in GOP-controlled states and favorable court rulings have delivered completed gains of 14 Republican seats while Democrats […]
Van explodes after driver ignites fire at Everett police station

EVERETT—A 35-year-old man was arrested on first-degree arson charges after he drove a white van into the parking lot of the Everett Police Department’s South Precinct, exited the vehicle and intentionally set it on fire, causing an explosion that authorities said endangered officers and the public, Everett Police announced Wednesday. The incident occurred about 9:15 […]
Lynnwood CC to consider paid parking ordinance, mobile food vendor rules and opportunity zone support at May 11 meeting

LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood City Council is set to take up several notable policy discussions and public hearings during its upcoming business meeting Monday evening, including proposals related to interim paid parking regulations, streamlined mobile food vendor permitting, and the city’s support for a renewed federal Opportunity Zone designation near City Center. The meeting begins at 6 […]
Snohomish County Charter Review Commission to Hold Public Hearings on Proposed Charter Amendments

EVERETT – The 2026 Snohomish County Charter Review Commission will be holding a series of public hearings at different locations throughout the county to gather public comments on the proposed charter amendments. The Commission must vote on the final package of amendments by May 29th. The proposed amendments will then be transmitted to the County […]
Snohomish County to resurface approximately 53 miles of roads this Summer

EVERETT – Countless residential, commercial, and emergency service vehicles rely on county roads each day. Routine travel paired with exposure to the elements, including winter weather, excessive rain, and summer heat, contribute to a natural breakdown of roadways over time. Snohomish County Public Works’ annual road resurfacing program offers a cost-effective, multi-year approach for preserving […]
Body found in Marysville waste bin identified as Sara Arneklev

MARYSVILLE – The Snohomish County Medical Examiner’s office has officially identified the female body, that was found in a Marysville waste bin last week, as 40-year-old Sara Arneklev. The manner of death is still pending; awaiting the results of a toxicology screen that was performed during the autopsy. Marysville detectives have been in contact with […]
In loving memory of Joseph “Joe” Daniel Jassman, 55

Joseph “Joe” Daniel Jassman, 55, passed away on May 4, 2026. Born on March 26, 1971, Joe was a devoted son, brother, uncle, and friend whose kind heart and genuine spirit left a lasting impression on everyone he met. A man of his word, Joe was someone others could always rely on in both joyful […]