VIPs tour Snohomish County STEM’s ECHO Tour at Edmonds College

LYNNWOOD—A dozen representatives from various industry sectors took part in Snohomish County STEM’s ECHO (Exploring Careers in Healthcare Opportunities) Tour on Tuesday, December 16, at Edmonds College’s Hazel Miller Hall. ECHO Tour is a hands-on career exploration event that connects high school students across Snohomish County with real healthcare professionals, tools, and pathways. Through interactive, […]
Port of Everett cuts ribbon on new Net Shed Fish Market at Restaurant Place

EVERETT—The Port of Everett and the Way Hospitality Group cut the ribbon on a brand new “tide to table” fresh fish market – the Net Shed Fish Market – at the Port’s ever-expanding Restaurant Row on Tuesday, December 16. The Net Shed Fish Market is a year-round fresh fish market and restaurant inspired by Everett’s […]
Washington Republican Dan Newhouse will not seek reelection to Congress

YAKIMA VALLEY—United States Representative Dan Newhouse, a Republican representing Washington’s 4th Congressional District, announced Wednesday, December 17, that he will not seek reelection in 2026, ending a congressional career marked by his vote to impeach President Donald J Trump following the January 6, 2021, Capitol breach. “I am announcing today that I will not seek […]
Over 200,000 SnoPUD and PSE customers without power

Snohomish PUD reports that strong northwesterly winds did a significant damage to Camano Island and the northwestern part of Snohomish County overnight. Snohomish County PUD is working to get power restored as quickly and safely as possible. The National Weather Service had a high wind warning in effect until 6 a.m. Wednesday morning. Gusts were […]
CAIR files federal lawsuit against Gov DeSantis over terrorist designation

TAMPA—Leaders of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and its Florida chapter gathered at their headquarters on Tuesday to announce the filing of a federal lawsuit against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, challenging his recent executive order that labeled the organization a terrorist group. The suit, filed Monday, December 15, in the U.S. District Court for […]
Boeing donates $500,000 to support flooding recovery in Puget Sound

SEATTLE—Boeing is donating $500,000 from the Boeing Charitable Trust to assist with recovery efforts in the aftermath of severe flooding in the Puget Sound area. Funding will go to the following organizations supporting recovery and relief efforts: “In this time of urgent need, we stand alongside our Puget Sound communities and our employees impacted by […]
Governor allocates $3.5 Million in emergency funds for flood relief

SEATTLE—Today, Governor Bob Ferguson amended his emergency proclamation to provide emergency support in response to historic flooding across Washington. Ferguson announced the amendment at a press conference today, December 16, alongside King County Executive Girmay Zahilay, Pierce County Executive Ryan Mello, Adjutant General Gent Welsh, Transportation Secretary Julie Meredith, Director of Emergency Management Robert Ezelle, Erin McCann with the […]
Report December flood damage with Snohomish County DEM

SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., Dec. 16, 2025 – An online survey is now available to help residents report damage from the historic flooding that occurred on local river systems during a series of weather events starting Dec. 9. The Snohomish County Department of Emergency Management launched the survey today and it can be accessed at https://bit.ly/SnoCo-Damage-Report […]
33-year-old man pronounced dead after vehicle enters floodwaters

SNOHOMISH COUNTY—A 33-year-old man died early Tuesday after his vehicle plunged into floodwaters, despite posted road closures in an area affected by persistent heavy rains. Snohomish County Deputies, Snohomish County Fire District #4 and Snohomish Regional Fire & Rescue personnel responded around 1:30 a.m. to reports of a vehicle in the water near the 6600 […]
Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS nears closest approach to Earth this Friday

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, the third confirmed object from outside our solar system to visit the inner planets, will reach its closest point to Earth on Friday, December 19, at a safe distance of about 167 million miles (1.8 astronomical units). An astronomical unit, or AU, is the average distance between Earth and the Sun—approximately 93 […]