Link light rail service will be temporarily suspended between Capitol Hill and SODO stations
Link light rail will be temporarily suspended between Capitol Hill and SODO on Sunday, February 23 to accommodate necessary system maintenance. During this disruption, crews will be completing a package of pre-scheduled maintenance projects including storm sewer cleaning, switch replacement and fiber inspections. During the disruption, Sound Transit will provide Link Shuttle buses to transport […]
In memory of Susan Carla Sumner, 67
Susan Carla Sumner, 67, passed from this life to the comfort of her loved ones preceding her into the house of our Lord in the early morning hours of February 8, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. The stress of being displaced by the Altadena fire had aggravated an already existing heart condition. She was born […]
Rebecca Thornton appointed to fill Lynnwood City Council vacancy
LYNNWOOD—This evening, the City Council appointed Rebecca “Becky” Thornton to the Lynnwood City Council Position 5 that was vacated in January of this year due to the resignation of Councilwoman Julieta Altamirano-Crosby to be sworn in as the new District 2 Snohomish County PUD Commissioner. From a total of 19 applicants vying to fill the […]
Reykdal to Trump admin threat to pulling federal funding for schools over DEI programs, ‘We are not going backward’
OLYMPIA—Washington State’s top Education Superintendent advises school districts throughout the state to not make any changes to existing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in response to a “Dear Colleague Letter” sent by the United States Department of Education on February 14 warning all education agencies and institutions throughout the country, to end what it called “insidious” […]
Criminal alien arrested in Everett for human smuggling sentenced to 15 months in prison
SEATTLE—Jesus Ortiz-Plata, 46, of Independence, Oregon, who was arrested May 23, 2024, in Everett, Washington, and charged with conspiring to transport dozens of undocumented migrants smuggled across the U.S.-British Columbia border by foot and freight train, was sentenced on February 10, 2025, in U.S. District Court in Seattle to 15 months in prison, announced U.S. […]
HHS releases new guidance on federally recognized sex-based definitions
WASHINGTON—The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced on February 20 guidance on “sex-based definitions” and policies related to “protecting children from chemical and surgical mutilation.” As part of the initiative, HHS released guidance to the U.S. government, external partners, and the public to expand on the clear sex-based definitions in Executive Order 14168 […]
Clash in WA Legislature over proposal to add rules for initiative signers
OLYMPIA—A push by Democratic state senators for greater scrutiny of those circulating and signing initiative petitions advanced in the Washington Legislature on Tuesday over the objections of Republicans and the secretary of state. Opponents of the legislation argue it would impede voters’ ability to engage in the initiative process, which allows citizens to propose changes […]
Tax Time Guide 2025: Essentials for filing 2024 tax return
WASHINGTON—As the 2025 tax filing season continues, the Internal Revenue Service encourages taxpayers to make essential preparations and be aware of significant changes that may affect their 2024 tax returns. This announcement marks the commencement of the Tax Time Guide series. The IRS uses this guide to provide updated information to assist taxpayers in filling an […]
Washington Wolfpack Arena Football Announces Full 2025 Season Schedule
EVERETT—The Washington Wolfpack arena football team is thrilled to unveil their highly anticipated 2025 Arena Football season schedule. Fans can look forward to an action-packed season filled with thrilling matchups, intense rivalries, and unforgettable moments. The Wolfpack are ready to take the field and make their mark in the Arena Football One league. The 2025 […]
Sound Transit Lynnwood Link new construction alert Feb 19, 200th St SW
As early as Wednesday, February 19, Sound Transit’s contractor will continue landscaping work on 200th St SW. Crews will close the center lane on 200th Street SW between 48th Ave W and 46th Ave W. One lane going each direction will remain open. The contractor has received a temporary noise variance to complete this work. […]
