Sheriff’s Office seeking tips to crack cold case of the Pinnacle Lake double homicide

GRANITE FALLS—The Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit detectives continue to seek the public’s help in solving the 2006 double homicide that occurred on Pinnacle Lake Trail. On July 11, 2006, Mary Cooper, 56, and her daughter Susanna Stodden, 27, went hiking on the Pinnacle Lake Trail near Granite Falls. Later that day, mere […]
USDOT releases $42.4 million in federal funding for the Second Congressional District

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States Department of Transportation has released $42.4 million in federal funding for various transportation projects across Washington’s Second Congressional District, as announced by Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02), the ranking Democrat on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. The funds, allocated across fiscal years2022 through 2024, will support initiatives aimed at […]
DelBene highlights impact of Trump’s SNAP cuts on Washington families

ARLINGTON—On Thursday, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) addressed the federal food program cuts from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed into law by President Donald J Trump. Joined by Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients, nutrition advocates, educators, and local food providers, DelBene stated that the legislation will affect many Washington families and children. The […]
Interview & Debate: Lynnwood City Council Position 3 candidates

LYNNWOOD—Lynnwood Times Senior Reporter Kienan Briscoe hosted and moderated an in-person interview, and debate, with Lynnwood City Council Position 3 candidates Tyler Hall and Bryce Owings Tuesday, July 8, at Rosehill Community Center. Incumbent Joshua Binda did not reply to our several invitations to attend so did not participate. The full video of the interview […]
Interview & Debate: Lynnwood City Council Position 1 candidates

LYNNWOOD—Lynnwood Times Senior Reporter Kienan Briscoe hosted and moderated an in-person interview, and debate, with Lynnwood City Council Position 1 candidate Dio Boucsieguez Tuesday, July 8, at Rosehill Community Center. Position 1 candidates Derica Escamilla and Brandon Kimmel were unable to attend Tuesday’s discussion due to scheduling conflicts. The full video of the interview is […]
In Loving Memory of Marjorie S Thomas, 47

Marjorie S Thomas, born on July 9th, 1977, a beloved mother, wife, daughter (oldest sibling of five), and very dear friend to many of Port Townsend, Lynnwood, Olympia and the Seattle areas, passed away on May 24th, 2025, in Skagit county, Washington. Doing what she loved, with those she loved, she died in a motorcycle […]
No Empty Promises: One Candidate’s Plan to Clean Up Everett — Literally

In Everett’s crowded district four city council race, one candidate is doing more than just knocking on doors — he’s picking up trash while he does it. Over the weekend, Niko Battle’s campaign launched what may be a first-of-its-kind Community Cleanup Canvass Program, sending volunteers door to door with a simple twist: bring an empty […]
Everett Herald journalists call for community support in battle against low wages, story quotas

Everett Herald news staff are asking subscribers to support their contract fight as Carpenter Media Group continues to offer low wages and tie meager raises to story quotas. The NewsGuild is calling on Everett Herald subscribers to email Publisher Carrie Radcliff at carrie.radcliff@heraldnet.com and regional Carpenter manager John Carr at john.carr@bendbulletin.com, saying they are willing […]
Rick Steves announces $1 million challenge match for Lynnwood Neighborhood Center

LYNNWOOD—Local philanthropist Rick Steves has pledged a $1 million challenge match to support the public phase of the Lynnwood Neighborhood Center (LNC) capital campaign, a $26.5 million project set to transform human health and community services in South Snohomish County. The LNC, a 39,000-square-foot LEED Gold-certified facility, will offer gathering spaces and critical services, including […]
Seattle Paine Field Airport named 5th Best US Airport

SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Seattle Paine Field International Airport’s commercial passenger terminal has been ranked 5th in The Washington Post’s list of the 50 Best Airports in America. The airport is recognized for its convenience, efficiency, and enhanced passenger experience. “Our goal was to transform the airport experience, and this ranking reflects our commitment to traveler convenience and […]