June 19, 2026 11:31 am

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17-year-old teen wounded in Lynnwood parking lot daytime shootout

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LYNNWOOD — A 17-year-old boy was seriously wounded Friday evening when gunfire erupted between two groups in the Starbucks parking lot of a busy shopping center along Highway 99 in Lynnwood. Lynnwood police said the shooting occurred shortly before 6 p.m. in the Starbuck/AutoZone shopping center at the intersection of Highway 99 and 168th Street […]

DNA links convicted felon to jewelry theft worth thousands

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MARYSVILLE—The Marysville Police Department has concluded a long‑term investigation into a July 23, 2025, burglary at the JC Penney store in Marysville. During the break‑in, suspects forced entry through a shattered rear glass pane and stole more than $47,000 in jewelry after smashing a display case. Patrol officers responded immediately and began evidence collection and […]

SpaceX valuation tops $2.1 trillion after record-breaking Public Offering

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NEW YORK — SpaceX marked its entry into the public markets (SPCX) Friday with dual ceremonies that spanned New York and Texas, as the company that pioneered reusable orbital rockets completed the largest initial public offering (IPO) in world history. At the offering price, SpaceX carried a valuation of about $1.77 trillion. By the close, […]

AG Nick Brown offers prosecutorial help after new attacks against signature gatherers

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SEATTLE — Washington Attorney General Nick Brown announced Friday, June 12, that his office will assist local prosecutors investigating crimes against people collecting signatures for ballot initiatives and referendums, citing a recent pattern of harassment and violence. “We should not tolerate illegal actions that threaten to disrupt Washington’s democratic process,” Brown wrote in his announcement. […]

Meta’s Facebook and Instagram experienced widespread outage Friday; up and running now

Users around the world reported problems accessing Facebook and Instagram around 6:30 a.m. PDT, Friday, June 12, with many unable to log in or use the apps normally. Users of Instagram, Messenger and Threads are experiencing similar issues. Common complaints include: Downdetector showed elevated user reports for both services. On Facebook, the majority of complaints […]

Kurt Hilt selected as Lake Stevens mayor following Gailey resignation

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LAKE STEVENS — The Lake Stevens City Council voted 6-0 on June 10 to appoint Kurt Hilt as the city’s new mayor during a special meeting. “Together, we will work towards creating a vibrant, inclusive community prioritizing sustainable growth, public safety, stabilizing city finances, and enhancing services for all residents. I look forward to collaborating […]

Lynnwood Municipal Court Hosts Visiting Judge from Japan

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LYNNWOOD—Lynnwood Municipal Court recently welcomed Judge Ryohei Kawamoto of Japan for an international judicial exchange focused on court operations, legal procedure, and the administration of justice. Judge Kawamoto, a sitting judge appointed by the Supreme Court of Japan to the Tokyo District Court, visited the court on June 6, 2026, to observe court proceedings and […]

Summer Work Underway to Improve Reliability for PUD Customers

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EVERETT—Preventative maintenance and electric system improvements will keep Snohomish County PUD crews busy this summer as they work to maintain strong, year-round reliability for customers, especially during storm season. These efforts also help meet growing demand driven by electrification of transportation, increased use of electric heat in new homes, and continued population growth.  Projects include:  To further strengthen […]

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