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A rendering of the proposed stadium, known as the Outdoor Event Center. (Courtesy of City of Everett)

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Everett council approves $10.6 million in stadium spending

The money will pay for completion of the project’s design and property acquisition work at the downtown site.

A fire and propane tank explosion left a travel trailer in total ruins at a campground near Lake Stevens on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. (Snohomish Regional Fire Rescue)

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Fire, propane tank explosion destroys trailer at campground near Lake Stevens

No injuries were reported from the fire that also destroyed a golf cart at Lake Connor Park on…

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Roger Sweet holds a Masters of the Universe comic he signed for a fan in December 2025.

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He-Man co-creator and Lake Stevens resident Roger Sweet dies at 91

He is survived by his wife, Marlene, who created a GoFundMe to help pay for medical costs.

Jose “Jackson” Navarro Padilla, 58, stands during his arraignment at the Snohomish County Superior Court on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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First-degree murder charge added for suspect in Everett 7-Eleven shooting

A man accused of shooting and killing a stranger outside a convenience store in 2022 now faces a…

Allen Gibbs, a Mill Creek resident and former Pilchuck Audubon Society Conservation Chair, speaks during a Mill Creek City Council meeting in favor of the city acquiring the Penny Creek Natural Area on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 in Mill Creek, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Mill Creek moves forward in possible assumption of Penny Creek Natural Area

The council narrowly voted to execute an agreement with the current owner. If approved, the city would own…

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A Community Transit bus drives underneath the Lynnwood Light Rail station in Lynnwood.

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Sound Transit to introduce free parking permits for carpoolers

After an application, some carpoolers can get reserved weekday parking spot at Lynnwood or Mountlake Terrace stations beginning…

Olivia Vanni / The Herald
LifeWise Bibles available for students in their classroom set up at New Hope Assembly in Everett.

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Judge issues injunction against Everett district in favor of off-campus Bible program

The temporary ruling requires Everett Public Schools to change its permission slip policy and allow LifeWise to take…

South County Fire Chair Jim Kenny leads a meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025, in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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South County Fire to hold public hearing on potential capital bond

Community members can provide comment May 5 on the $420 million bond that would fund several station improvements.

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Snohomish County Sheriff Susanna Johnson swears in colleagues during the ceremonial oath of office at the PUD auditorium in Everett on Jan. 2, 2024. On Monday, Johnson announced her plans to seek reelection.

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Snohomish County Sheriff Susanna Johnson announces reelection campaign

As of Tuesday, her only challenger so far is her previous opponent and former sheriff, Adam Fortney.

People explore the new Pallet shelter location after a ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening on Monday, April 27, 2026, in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett opens new 20-unit Pallet shelter

The shelter will temporarily house women and their children as they look for permanent housing options.

A person looks over the edge of the new Edgewater Bridge on Monday, April 27, 2026, in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett, Mukilteo celebrate opening of Edgewater Bridge

After a year-and-a-half long closure, hundreds of residents came together to mark the completion of the new bridge…

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Pier 3 at the Port of Everett Seaport is seen in Everett.

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Port of Everett receives $11.25 million grant to modernize pier

The Port Infrastructure Development Program funding will support the full scope of the project, such as planning and…

A sign at Everett Transit’s Mall Station advertises free shuttles to Walmart on Monday, Dec. 22, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett Transit’s Route 12 will remain fare-free for now

The agency is looking for a nonprofit to donate a paratransit vehicle to that will provide extra transportation…

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Snohomish County residents can now access FEMA disaster assistance

A disaster assistance center will rotate between Snohomish, Sultan and Arlington for those who want help applying.

State Rep. Robert Sutherland, who is seeking re-election in the 39th District this year, gives a thumbs-up to passing drivers as he and a few volunteers wave flags and campaign signs along the side of State Route 9 on Friday, July 22, 2022, in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

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Controversial ex-lawmaker attempts comeback for GOP-held seat

Robert Sutherland, a conservative firebrand, is seeking a return to the state House where he served two terms.

Everett Fire Department responded to an apartment fire the morning of Monday, April 27, 2026, at 811 Madison Street in Everett, Washington. (Everett Fire Department)

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One person rescued from fire at Everett assisted living facility

Monday morning dryer fire prompts rescue from Everett Fire.

At Working Sheepdogs, in the Scottish Highlands, you can see a demonstration of the dogs’ impressive skills. (Dominic Arizona Bonuccelli)

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Rick Steves: Going to the dogs (and other animals) in Europe

I’ll never forget my first “hawk walk.” It was at Ireland’s School of Falconry (just outside of Cong,…

Chris Carson talks about the new location for Everett Community College’s Baker Hall on Friday, April 24, 2026, in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Everett Community College aiming for 2028 opening of new Baker Hall

The $38 million project located east of Broadway will replace an aging building that hasn’t been used by…

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Everett honors creatives with Wendt, Mayor’s Arts awards

Everett City Council member Judy Tuohy received the Wendt Award of Excellence.

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Claiming a man pointed a gun at him, Kevin Rodriguez testifies in court at the Snohomish County Courthouse on Thursday, June 10, 2021, in Everett.

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Monroe man seeks 3rd trial in Monroe homicide case after ‘Juror 14’ arrested

Three days after Kevin Rodriguez was found guilty, deputies arrested the juror in connection with an Everett stabbing.