Income tax bill now headed to governor’s desk
OLYMPIA [The Center Square] – Democrats in the Washington State Senate have given final approval to an income tax bill on Wednesday night, clearing a path for it to head for the governor’s desk for his expected signature. Senate Bill 6346 will put a nearly 10% tax on income north of $1 million a year, or […]
Larsen Invites Students to Participate in 2026 Congressional Art Competition
EVERETT—Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) is inviting high school students who live or attend school in Washington’s Second Congressional District to showcase their artistic talents in the 2026 Congressional Art Competition. “I am encouraging the many gifted young artists in Northwest Washington to submit their artwork to the 2026 Congressional Art Competition and have the chance to win a trip to […]
Edmonds College to host spring Lynnwood Regional Job Fair on March 25
LYNNWOOD – Edmonds College, in partnership with WorkSource Everett and the City of Lynnwood, will host the Lynnwood Regional Job Fair on Wednesday, March 25, at the college’s gym (Seaview Gym 200th St SW, Lynnwood, WA 98036). The event runs from 4-7 p.m. Over 50 employers from Fred Hutch Cancer Center to Sound Transit, as […]
Another year of Emerald City Comic Con comes to a close
SEATTLE—Emerald City Comic Con came to a close this past weekend, wrapping up its 23rd year of celebrating all things geek and pop culture. The annual convention ran from Thursday, March 5, through Sunday, March 8, at both Seattle convention centers (the Arch Building and the newly constructed Summit building), featuring show floors, vendors, celebrity […]
Evergreen Goodwill’s guide to thrifting your way to Spring
SEATTLE — As the days get longer and the weather starts to warm, everybody wants to shed the winter coats and bring out lighter pieces. Whether you’re refreshing your seasonal wardrobe or experimenting with a new look, Evergreen Goodwill has everything you need to build on‑trend outfits—without the negative environmental impact or retail price tag. […]
Washington’s Millionaires’ Tax Passes House, Now Moves to Senate for Final Vote Before Becoming Law
OLYMPIA—After 24 hours 30 minutes and 30 seconds of heated debate with over 80 amendments, the Democratic-led Senate Bill 6346, known as the Millionaires’ Tax, passed the Washington State House Tuesday, March 10, with a vote of 51-46 without any Republican support. The measure could reshape the Evergreen State’s regressive tax system but faces fears […]
15-year-old arrested for ties to last week’s Meadowdale Park shooting
LYNNWOOD—A 15-year-old Meadowdale High School student was arrested yesterday in connection with the shooting that took place at Meadowdale Neighborhood Park last week, on Friday, March 6. The arrest was conducted by detectives, working with the Lynnwood Police Department, in cooperation with the department’s Special Operations Section. In their investigations, the agency found the shooting […]
Big Government Overreach in Olympia: Proposed Bill Aims to Silence Businesses in Politics
OLYMPIA—Two Washington State Democratic senators have introduced a bill on corporate and small businesses influence in politics, stripping these of the ability to fund campaigns or ballot measures and imposing stiff penalties for violations. Senate Bill 6358, sponsored by Senators Hasegawa and Chapman, was filed March 9, 2026, and sent to the Law & Justice […]
Legislators consider bills on low-income housing
OLYMPIA [By: Ayeda Masood] – As the Washington legislative session is in its final week, bills that could significantly affect Washington’s homelessness and affordable housing crisis are advancing. Among these bills are HB 2266, HB 2442, and SB 6027. Washington’s most recently released Point In Time Count from January 2025 reported 22,173 people were homeless […]
18-y/o driver captured in Los Angeles for Everett triple murder collision
EVERETT— On March 9, 2026, the US Marshals Pacific Southwest Regional Fugitive Task Force made an arrest following a multiple fatality collision which occurred in Everett in November of 2024. “Our hearts remain with the victims and their families as they continue to face the impacts and unimaginable loss caused by this tragedy,” said Everett […]
