Lynnwood retiree hit with $500 water bill from a retroactive City Utility Tax hike
LYNNWOOD—A retired Lynnwood homeowner was shocked to see a $500 water bill from Alderwood Water District at the beginning of the month, an impact from the City Council’s decision to approve a utility tax increase last November to address the city’s budget shortfall. The Lynnwood resident – who has asked to remain anonymous so we […]
Everett mayor issues Directive to shield community from ICE, encourages police intervene in federal enforcement
EVERETT — Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin issued a directive Wednesday outlining the city’s response to federal immigration enforcement, aiming to protect residents’ privacy and civil rights amid growing concerns over aggressive tactics by federal agents. Franklin signed Mayoral Directive 2026-01 on Feb. 25, announcing it during the City Council meeting that evening. The measure, effective […]
Housing Hope Nightmare: Move-in process, crime, and alleged misappropriation of funds
EDMONDS — A tenant at Housing Hope’s Madrona Highlands property has filed formal complaints with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Human Rights Commission, citing unsafe citing unsafe living conditions, misuse of federal grants, and disability discrimination. The tenant – who we’ll refer to as “AB” to grant her request to […]
