2025 Washington Politics: Elections, Scandals, Immigration, and Budget Deficits
In 2025, Washington state and Snohomish County politics were defined by high-stakes decisions, legal battles, fiscal pressures and budget deficits, and of course political scandals. Below are the highlights of our state, and local, politics coverage for 2025. Brandy’s Law brings some peace to victim of fatal dog attack in Lynnwood The Lynnwood City Council […]
Greenhouse gas emissions reduction adjusted downward nearly 3,000%
OLYMPIA—The Washington State Department of Commerce on January 6 revised greenhouse gas emissions data to the Department of Ecology for projects funded by the Climate Commitment Act (CCA) during 2023-25. The agency previously reported that eight rebate projects for 2023-25 funded by the CCA that support home electrification and appliance rebates for low-income and vulnerable […]
South County Fire honors community members for saving a pickleball player’s life in Edmonds
EVERETT—On Monday, January 5, South County Fire honored an off-duty firefighter and several other community members who leapt into action to save the life of a pickleball player at an Edmonds gym. The following community members were presented a Community Lifesaver Coin for their actions: On September 5, 2025, fellow pickleball players at Edmonds Harbor […]
Board of Commissioner’s Leadership Updates for 2026 at the Alderwood Water & Wastewater District
LYNNWOOD — At its regular Board Meeting on January 5, the newly re-elected Alderwood Water & Wastewater District (AWWD) Board officially selected their new officers for 2026. Jack Broyles, Jr. was elected by the Commissioners as the forthcoming term’s Board President for 2026, supported by Paul McIntyre elected as Vice President, and Patrick Peck as […]
Public Input Sought on Affordable Housing and Community Development Needs
EVERETT -Snohomish County invites all interested individuals to provide input on local community needs for affordable housing, public facilities, infrastructure, public services, and fair housing to be funded with 2026 federal grant funds and to provide input on 2024 grant performance. Snohomish County, in consortium with 18 cities and towns within the County, receives approximately […]
Public Hearing Notice: Mukilteo Planning Commission Critical Areas Ordinance
MUKILTEO—The City of Mukilteo Planning Commission will be hosting a Public Hearing on Critical Areas Update Ordinance on Thursday, January 15, 2026, 6:30 p.m., at City Hall Council Chambers 11930 Cyrus Way. The Critical Areas Ordinance update is a routine review required by the Growth Management Act, conducted every ten years. It incorporates best available […]
2025 Federal Politics Recap: Trump’s Return Sparks Sweeping Changes
In 2025, President Donald J. Trump’s second term began with an unprecedented wave of executive action, signing 225 orders in a record-breaking push to reshape federal policy. Below are our highlights of our 2025 federal politics coverage. Trump signs order to reschedule marijuana for medical use On December 18, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed […]
Let’s Go WA turn in well over 400,000 signatures for parental rights and protecting girls’ sports initiatives
[The Center Square] — On Friday, January 2, Let’s Go Washington submitted signatures for two new legislative initiatives concerning parental rights in schools and transgender athlete participation. The citizen-led political group and supporters gathered at the Secretary of State’s Office in Tumwater at 3:30 p.m. as part of the process for getting the measures to […]
From T&T Supermarket to Rustic Cork: Top New Businesses Thriving in Snohomish County 2025
In 2025, Snohomish County’s business landscape reflected both bold growth and persistent headwinds. Below are the highlights of our 2025 business coverage. Frontier Airlines comes and goes at Snohomish County’s Paine Field International Airport Frontier Airlines launched service at Paine Field (PAE) in Everett on June 2, 2025, with non-stop flights to Denver, Phoenix, and […]
2025 Lifestyles Recap: Community Resilience, Cultural Celebration, and Compassion
In 2025, local organizations and individuals throughout Snohomish County demonstrated remarkable community spirit through food security, education, and remembrance efforts. Below are some of the highlights of our coverage for 2025. Vaughn’s Teaching Farm and Kitchen holds 5th annual Christmas on the Farm Vaughn’s Teaching Farm and Kitchen in Lynnwood hosted its 5th annual Christmas […]
