Second teen-on-teen Lynnwood shooting within 72-hours
LYNNWOOD—Snohomish County Sheriff Deputies responded to reports of a shooting in the 15900 block of Highway 99 in unincorporated Lynnwood at approximately 8:50 p.m., Sunday, March 8. Upon arrival, they discovered a 17-year-old male victim, with a gunshot wound. The victim quickly pointed out the fleeing suspect, and deputies were able to apprehend the 15-y/o […]
‘Bloody Sunday’ 61 years later: AG Brown honors the sacrifices that led to the Voting Rights Act of 1965
SELMA, Ala.— Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown joined civil rights leaders and elected officials in Selma, Alabama, this weekend to commemorate the 61st anniversary of Bloody Sunday, participating in a panel discussion on voting rights and marching across the Edmund Pettus Bridge to honor the sacrifices that led to the Voting Rights Act of […]
2026 Legislative Wrap-Up Featuring Liias, Low, and Wagoner on March 17
EVERETT — Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC) will host a virtual 2026 Legislative Wrap-Up on Tuesday, March 17 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., bringing together state lawmakers to discuss key outcomes from the recently concluded Washington State Legislative Session and what they mean for the region’s economy and communities. Part of EASC’s Coffee Chats series, […]
Community Transit becomes first public transit agency to earn Salmon-Safe Certification
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—By its very nature, public transit contributes to a cleaner environment by providing alternatives to personal vehicles. Now, Community Transit is going further as it becomes the first transit agency to earn Salmon-Safe Certification. The designation by independent, non-profit environmental organization Salmon-Safe marks a major milestone in the Snohomish County agency’s commitment to supporting […]
Petco Love invests in PAWS to save and improve the lives of pets in WA
Lynnwood, WA (March 04, 2026) – PAWS in Lynnwood is set to receive a $5,000 grant investment from national nonprofit Petco Love in support of their lifesaving work for pets in Washington State. Petco Love is a national nonprofit leading change for pets by harnessing the power of love to make communities and pet families […]
It a go! Rep. Berg’s proposal sweetens the Millionaires’ Tax deal for the governor to sign
OLYMPIA—In a historic moment for Washington state, Governor Bob Ferguson and Representative April Berg (D-Mill Creek) have struck a deal to guarantee free breakfasts and lunches to all students enrolled in Washington public schools, regardless of household income, with the passage of the proposed Millionaires’ Tax, SB-6346. “I will sign this version of the Millionaires’ […]
DEA operation results in largest drug seizure in Eastern Washington history
SPOKANE — The Drug Enforcement Administration on March 3 executed federal search warrants at multiple locations in the Tri-Cities, Washington area that resulted in the largest seizure of controlled substances in Eastern Washington history. The federal search warrants were based on an ongoing drug trafficking investigation into Amador Sanchez and several co-conspirators. The investigation revealed Sanchez […]
Mayor Franklin highlights Everett’s growth, public safety, and community initiatives
EVERETT— Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin delivered her ninth annual State of the City address Wednesday, touting Everett’s economic momentum, community investments, and public safety initiatives while underscoring the city’s commitment to inclusivity and support for immigrant residents amid heightened federal immigration enforcement. Speaking at the newly renovated Everett Historic Theatre, Franklin praised the city’s workforce, […]
Mukilteo mayor praises crime drop and waterfront progress in 2026 State of the City address
MUKILTEO— Crime fell sharply, major infrastructure projects advanced and city leaders adopted a long-range financial plan in 2025, Mayor Joe Marine said in his 2026 State of the City address, on Thursday, May 5, at Mukilteo’s Rosehill Community Center — outlining a year he described as one of “significant strides” across departments and previewing waterfront, […]
Unlock Small Business Success at Business Builder Expo
LYNNWOOD—Economic Alliance Snohomish County (EASC), in partnership with the Washington Small Business Development Center (SBDC), will host the Business Builder Expo, the premier event in the North Puget Sound for entrepreneurs looking to kickstart, scale, or grow their businesses. Presented by the City of Lynnwood, and in partnership with The District – Lynnwood, US Bank, […]
