Everett Police Chief announces retirement after 31 years of service
EVERETT—After more than three decades in law enforcement, including two years as chief, Everett Police Chief John DeRousse announced Monday, December 8, that he will retire from the department at the end of 2025. Deputy Chief Goetz will be appointed as Chief of Police. “Chief DeRousse has given nearly three decades of steadfast service to […]
John Braun commentary: A state income tax is illegal, but don’t expect that to stop Democrats
Our state’s Democratic legislators have a long list of tax dreams. It’s safe to say a state income tax is at the top of their list, even though Washington voters have repeatedly said no to one over the past 90 years. Even so, according to recent news reports, an income tax is a hot topic […]
Atmospheric river to slam Pacific Northwest with days of heavy rain
LYNNWOOD—A potent atmospheric river will unload several days of heavy rain across the Pacific Northwest starting Monday, raising the risk of river flooding, urban flash flooding, and landslides across western Washington and Oregon, the National Weather Service reports. The onslaught begins Monday morning when a sub-tropical moisture begins to flow inland along a strong Pacific […]
Cascade Symphony Orchestra begins Holiday Concerts next Sunday
EDMONDS—The Cascade Symphony Orchestra (CSO) presents its popular Holiday Concerts on Sunday and Monday, December 14 and 15, at 7:30 pm, at the Edmonds Center for the Arts (ECA), 410 4th Avenue North, in Edmonds. “Our Holiday Concerts will be a festive treat, with a delightful collection of favorite Christmas carols and light classics by Johann Strauss, Smetana, […]
SeattleFWC26 holds FIFA World Cup Draw Event watch party at Stoup Brewery
SEATTLE—With just 187 days left until the world’s largest sporting event hits Seattle, local organizing committee SeattleFWC26 hosted a watch party for the Final Draw for the FIFA World Cup 2026 at Stoup Brewery in Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood Friday, December 5. The watch party featured special guests SeattleFWC26 CEO Peter Tomozawa, former Seattle University […]
AG Brown proposes legislation to help fight against ICE raids by requiring notice and warrants for workplace I-9 audits
OLYMPIA—Washington Attorney General Nick Brown, joined by Senator Rebecca Saldaña (D-Seattle) and Representative Lillian Ortiz-Self (D-Mukilteo), announced on Friday, December 5, proposed legislation titled the Immigrant Worker Protection Act that aims to shield immigrant workers from fear and intimidation caused by federal immigration enforcement actions and to strengthen workplace protections in the state. “When workers […]
Snohomish County Public Works Receives $1.1 million in grants for safety improvements
EVERETT—Snohomish County Public Works has received two grants totaling more than $1.1 million that will fund safety improvements at a south Everett intersection and a study for overcrossing plans at Interstate 5 (I-5) and the Interurban Trail. Public Works’ County Road Safety Program will receive a $914,000 grant to construct a quick-build (or modular) roundabout […]
Lynnwood City Council continues its discussion on recodifying animal control laws
LYNNWOOD—The Lynnwood City Council continued its discussion on recodifying portions of the Lynnwood Municipal Code (LMC) related to animal control and dangerous animals at its Work Session Monday, December 1, but no action was taken just yet. The city of Lynnwood had requests – from both members of the council and members of the community […]
Be in the Know About Snow! Tools and Tips for Winter Weather Preparedness
EVERETT – Snohomish County Public Works is prepared with the right people, equipment, and materials to handle winter weather on unincorporated roads across Snohomish County. As road maintenance crews prepare for the cold, residents can do the same by refamiliarizing themselves with useful tools and reminders to reference during snow and ice events. Snohomish County […]
Rustic Cork Wine Bar opens at Port of Everett’s Restaurant Row
EVERETT—Lake Stevens-based Rustic Cork Wine Bar expanded to the Port of Everett’s Fisherman’s Harbor Tuesday, December 2 – the next addition to the Port’s ever expanding Restaurant Row. “The Port is thrilled to have Rustic Cork as one of our new tenants,” said Lisa Lefeber, Port of Everett CEO. “They have a great brand, excellent […]
