Beyond the False Binaries: A Pragmatic Path Out of Homelessness and Addiction
Forced rehabilitation rarely delivers better long-term results than voluntary approaches, but the opposite extreme—unconditional support without any expectations—fares no better. Housing First has proven effective at one critical task: keeping people housed. Studies consistently show one- to two-year retention rates of 70 to 90 percent, far exceeding traditional treatment-first models. A stable, lockable home can […]
Seven vie to fill vacancy following resignation of Councilmember Mike Dixon in Mukilteo
MUKILTEO — Seven residents have applied to fill the Mukilteo City Council vacancy created by the April resignation of Councilmember Mike Dixon, who stepped down citing increased professional demands and family commitments. The council is scheduled to review applications and begin candidate interviews at its meeting Monday night. Officials plan to select a short list […]
Amazon Supply Chain Services: Amazon’s logistics network, now open to every business
SEATTLE—Amazon announced on May 4, the launch of Amazon Supply Chain Services (ASCS), which extends the company’s entire portfolio of freight, distribution, fulfillment, and parcel shipping solutions to businesses of all types and sizes. These services were originally developed to power Amazon’s own retail operations and to support independent selling partners worldwide. Over the past […]
COMMENTARY: Lynnwood Needs More Places Worth Caring About
It’s easy to understand why so many people feel overwhelmed right now. The problems are large, constant, and impossible to ignore. Every day brings another crisis, delivered to our phones with all the subtlety of a fire alarm. Faced with that kind of scale, it is easy to freeze and wonder what meaningful change any […]
5th Circuit Blocks Nationwide Mailing of Abortion Pill Mifepristone
NEW ORLEANS — A federal appeals court on Friday temporarily blocked the mailing of prescriptions for the abortion drug mifepristone nationwide, requiring that the medication be dispensed in person at clinics and reversing Food and Drug Administration rules that had expanded access through telehealth and pharmacies. 🚨 ARTICLE UPDATE: The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday, […]
Snohomish County Superior Court held its inaugural ‘Law Day’ to bridge media, and legislative partners to the courts
EVERETT—The Snohomish County Superior Court welcomed local journalists, judges, attorneys, and elected officials to celebrate the county’s first inaugural ‘Law Day’ – a national event observed annually to promote a greater understanding of our legal system. This year’s theme was “The Rule of Law and the American Dream.” “I don’t think anyone in this room […]
Port of Everett earns ‘Operational Excellence’ award from Puget Sound Business Journal for sustainability efforts
EVERETT— The Port of Everett has been recognized by the Puget Sound Business Journal in its 2026 Environmental Sustainability Awards, earning the Operational Excellence award for its leadership in advancing sustainable practices across its waterfront properties. Puget Sound Business Journal’s annual awards program recognizes organizations in the region that are driving measurable environmental progress through innovation, […]
Battle slapped with $1,500 fine for campaign finance violations, ordered to return donation money
EVERETT—Former Everett City Council Candidate for District 4, Niko Battle, was found guilty Thursday, April 30, 2026, by the Washington Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) of multiple campaign finance violations and ordered to pay $1,500 in fines and return campaign donations. Battle did not attend his adjudicative proceeding and has not responded to our request for […]
Ferguson accepts $4,000 ethics fine over Mike Webb state aircraft trip
[OLYMPIA | JERRY CORNFIELD]—Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson has admitted to violating state ethics law and accepted a $4,000 fine for allowing a former top adviser to travel with him on a state plane to the Tri-Cities last summer. Under an agreement awaiting action by the state Executive Ethics Board, Ferguson would pay half the fine, with […]
Zabrina Johal appointed new CEO of Everett-based Zap Energy
EVERETT—Zap Energy on Wednesday announced the appointment of Zabrina Johal as Chief Executive Officer, marking a defining step in the company’s evolution into an integrated nuclear platform spanning both fission and fusion. Cofounder Benj Conway will transition to President, focusing on strategy, partnerships, and long-term technology development. The leadership transition comes as Zap formalizes a strategy developed […]
