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Snohomish first responders rescue pinned driver after vehicle catches fire

Excessive speed was a factor in the crash Friday, less than 12 hours after an earlier high-speed collision killed a driver 1 mile away.

 

A view of the Eastglen Wetlands that run through the Eastglen development on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025 in Bothell, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Critics question proposed amendments to habitat ordinance

County council to consider amendments that would cut buffers around wetlands and streams up to half for development flexibility.

 

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Head-on crash kills one in Snohomish

The sheriff’s office closed the road for an investigation.

 

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Edmonds police shooting investigation includes possibility of gang violence

The 18-year-old victim remains in critical condition as of Friday morning.

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The Everett Wastewater Treatment Plant along the Snohomish River. Thursday, June 16, 2022 in Everett. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Everett council approves water, sewer rate increases

The 43% rise in combined water and sewer rates will pay for large infrastructure projects.

The Everett Wastewater Treatment Plant along the Snohomish River. Thursday, June 16, 2022 in Everett. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Firefighters respond to a 911 call on July 16, 2024, in Mill Creek. Firefighters from South County Fire, Tulalip Bay Fire Department and Camano Island Fire and Rescue left Wednesday to help fight the LA fires. (Photo provided by South County Fire)

Help is on the way: Snohomish County firefighters en route to LA fires

The Los Angeles wildfires have caused at least 180,000 evacuations. The crews expect to arrive Friday.

Firefighters respond to a 911 call on July 16, 2024, in Mill Creek. Firefighters from South County Fire, Tulalip Bay Fire Department and Camano Island Fire and Rescue left Wednesday to help fight the LA fires. (Photo provided by South County Fire)
The Frances E. Anderson Cultural and Leisure Center on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Edmonds residents mourn loss of gymnastics program

The city included the program as part of the latest round of cuts in December to address the city’s budget crisis.

The Frances E. Anderson Cultural and Leisure Center on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Edmonds police search for suspects in shooting of 18-year-old male

Police say the victim was shot multiple times after a verbal exchange at the Edmonds Pier.

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SMART investigators examine police use of force at Marysville Costco.

Police say a suspect’s car dragged a Marysville police officer before it hit a building and caught fire.

Snohomish County Council elects new leadership duo

Snohomish County Council voted unanimously to approve new leadership on Tuesday. Council member Nate Nehring is now the council’s president while council member… Continue reading

Two urban growth expansions fail to pass

Two urban growth proposals failed last month as Snohomish County Council attempted to balance the need for increased housing with protecting open space.… Continue reading

Richard Rotter is walked out of the courtroom in handcuffs after being found guilty of aggravated first-degree murder at the Snohomish County Courthouse on Monday, April 3, 2023, in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Bill seeks increased penalties for unlawful firearm possession

State Rep. Sam Low and Lake Stevens Mayor Brett Gailey teamed up to introduce HB 1139.

Richard Rotter is walked out of the courtroom in handcuffs after being found guilty of aggravated first-degree murder at the Snohomish County Courthouse on Monday, April 3, 2023, in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Thursday’s paper to be delivered Friday

If you are wondering why the Herald doesn’t show up in your mailbox today, there’s a good reason for that. President Joe Biden… Continue reading

Emma Hill rides a bike along Phase 0 of the Bayview Trail on Jan. 6, 2025 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

Marysville, Lake Stevens celebrate progress of Bayview Trail

Once Bayview Trail is completed, it will connect Marysville and Lake Stevens with a paved path.

Emma Hill rides a bike along Phase 0 of the Bayview Trail on Jan. 6, 2025 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)
Lynnwood City Council Vice President Julieta Altamirano-Crosby speaks during a Lynnwood City Council meeting. Nov. 20, 2024. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Former Lynnwood City Council VP resigns to become PUD commissioner

After controversy, Julieta Altamirano-Crosby begins her term as Snohomish County PUD commissioner Tuesday.

Lynnwood City Council Vice President Julieta Altamirano-Crosby speaks during a Lynnwood City Council meeting. Nov. 20, 2024. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
An "Ales for the Arts" event hosted by the Foundation for Edmonds School District in Edmonds, Wash., June  20, 2024. The group is raising money to save music classes from district cuts. (Chona Kasinger/The New York Times)

Edmonds nonprofit receives $15K grant to help students

The money will go toward job training and free meals for children.

An "Ales for the Arts" event hosted by the Foundation for Edmonds School District in Edmonds, Wash., June  20, 2024. The group is raising money to save music classes from district cuts. (Chona Kasinger/The New York Times)
Robin Cain with 50 of her marathon medals hanging on a display board she made with her father on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Running a marathon is hard. She ran one in every state.

Robin Cain, of Lake Stevens, is one of only a few thousand people to ever achieve the feat.

Robin Cain with 50 of her marathon medals hanging on a display board she made with her father on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Bothell pharmaceutical company to pay $4 million to resolve allegations

Company allegedly failed to notify its former CEO had falsified parts of her doctoral dissertation.

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Edmonds Police Chief Michelle Bennett outside of the Police Department on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Edmonds seeks community input on police chief search

Current Police Chief Michelle Bennett is set to retire Feb. 15.

Edmonds Police Chief Michelle Bennett outside of the Police Department on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
A wine spritz available at Marcel on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Marcel brings European vibes to downtown Everett

Four friends opened the bar for full service in December.

A wine spritz available at Marcel on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)