Measles Outbreak Declared Over in Snohomish County
EVERETT – The Snohomish County Health Department has declared an end to the recent measles outbreak, but health officials urge residents to be on the alert for future cases of the highly contagious disease. The department recorded 14 cases of measles during the outbreak, which was announced Jan. 15. The last reported case was Feb. 17. […]
Lynnwood City Council discusses potential Opportunity Zones near City Center for development incentive
LYNNWOOD— The Lynnwood City Council convened for a focused meeting about expanding the city’s participation in the federal Opportunity Zone program during its Business Meeting Monday, April 6. The meeting began with a brief round of council comments, where Councilwoman Derica Escamilla shared her recent experience at the Hero’s Café, Council member Bryce Owings shared […]
Ferguson faces recall effort over unfilled Public Disclosure Commission seats
[OLYMPIA | JERRY CORNFIELD]—A recall effort is quietly underway against Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson for failing to fill vacancies on the commission that enforces state campaign finance laws. The petition to remove Ferguson from office accuses the first-term Democrat of misfeasance and violating his oath of office by not filling two seats on the Public […]
DHS Secretary Signals “Hard Look” at Pulling Customs from Sanctuary City Airports Ahead of FIFA World Cup
DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin during an interview with Fox News anchor Bret Baier on Monday evening shared that he is considering the withdrawal of CBP customs services from sanctuary city airports if states continue limiting cooperation with ICE— a move that would cripple not only the economy but also FIFA revenues for Washington state. “If […]
Jayapal urges end to fuel blockade after Cuba visit
SEATTLE — United States Representatives Pramila Jayapal (D-WA07) and Jonathan Jackson (D-IL01) returned from a five-day congressional delegation to Cuba last week and pressed for an immediate end to the Trump administration’s fuel blockade on the island, which they said inflicted unnecessary suffering on civilians including premature babies in hospital incubators. “This is an act […]
Snohomish County Superior Court Celebrates Law Day 2026 with Open House, May 1
Snohomish County Superior Court proudly joins in the celebration of Law Day 2026. Law Day is a national event observed annually to promote a greater understanding of our legal system. This year’s theme is “The Rule of Law and the American Dream.” Snohomish County Superior Court’s Law Day Open House will commence at 11:30 a.m., […]
Port of Everett’s 32nd annual Marina & Jetty Island Cleanup Day
Celebrate Earth Day with the Port of Everett by giving back to your waterfront! You’re invited to join us at the Port of Everett’s 32nd annual Marina & Jetty Island Cleanup Day on April 18 from 9 a.m. – noon to help keep the Everett waterfront a clean and enjoyable place to visit. Whether volunteering […]
WA clashes in court with prediction market platforms Kalshi and Robinhood
[JAKE GOLDSTEIN-STREET]—Washington sued the online prediction market platform Kalshi last week with claims that the company is violating state gambling laws. Now, one of Kalshi’s partners is biting back. Robinhood this week sued the state to preemptively protect its ability to continue offering shares in the outcome of everything from sporting events to politics and […]
Catch Story Time with Katherine Castano at Edmonds Bookshop Friday April 24,
EDMONDS—Local author and illustrator Katherine Castano from Snohomish, Washington will be the featured author at Edmonds Bookshop at their April Story Time. She will be reading her first picture book, Remy, Where Are You? featuring a girl and her pet snail. This charming story takes readers on a twisty, turny, SLIMY journey throughout the forest and teaches […]
Fiscal Fallout: $375 million bond debt indirectly funding operating budget
[The Center Square]—Washington state is quietly raiding a special fund meant for local roads, bridges, water pipes, and sewers and now borrowing money through higher-rate bonds to replenish it — even though the state just collected record tax revenue and passed its biggest tax hike ever, according to an analysis of state fiscal data by […]
