Snohomish PUD crews repair a power line that was hit by a downed tree along Cypress Way on Monday, Dec. 15, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Wind storm knocks out power to thousands, closes or delays schools

Crews are working to repair downed power lines and remove trees. Flooding warnings or watches remain for several rivers.

Man dies after driving into floodwaters

Flood clean-up: County launches damage survey, issues safety guidance

Health department issues safety guidance for flood clean-up

Everett man sentenced to 5 years after pipe bomb explosion of a neighbor’s car

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Silvertips goalie Raiden LeGall (right) stands with his hometown goalie coach Tim Morison on the ice at Angel of the Winds Arena. (Photo courtesy of Tim Morison)
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Silvertips goalie raises thousands of dollars for mental health causes

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Water from the Snohomish River spills onto a road on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Senator Marko Liias speaks at the ground breaking of the Swift Orange Line on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Darryl Dyck file photo Mohammed Asif, an Indian national, conspired with others to bill Medicare for COVID-19 and other respiratory tests that hadn’t been ordered or performed, according to a U.S. Department of Justice press release.

Man sentenced to 2 years in prison for $1 million health care fraud scheme

Mohammed Asif, 35, owned an Everett-based testing laboratory and billed Medicare for COVID-19 tests that patients never received.

 

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Silvertips goalie Raiden LeGall (right) stands with his hometown goalie coach Tim Morison on the ice at Angel of the Winds Arena. (Photo courtesy of Tim Morison)
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Silvertips goalie raises thousands of dollars for mental health causes

Raiden LeGall and his hometown goalie coach’s custom merchandise fundraiser grosses over $12k

 

Lake Stevens’ Keira Isabelle Tupua reacts to beating Glacier Peak on Friday, Jan. 24, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Editorial cartoons for Wednesday, Dec. 17

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Water from the Snohomish River surrounds a residence along the west side of Lowell Snohomish River Road on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Recent flooding should give pause to those who believe federal disaster aid is unnecessary.

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Water from the Snohomish River spills onto a road on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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How we covered the record-breaking flood

A special edition of Eliza Aronson’s newsletter detailing her and photographer Olivia Vanni’s week of flood coverage.

 

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Senator Marko Liias speaks at the ground breaking of the Swift Orange Line on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

The Transportation Committee Chairman says new jobs could be created fixing roads and bridges

Senator Marko Liias, D-Edmonds, wants to use Washington’s $15 billion of transportation funding to spur construction jobs

 

Lynnwood Police Officers AJ Burke and Maryam McDonald with the Community Health and Safety Section Outreach team and City of Lynnwood’s Business Development Program Manager Simreet Dhaliwal Gill walk to different businesses in Alderwood Plaza on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lynnwood advocate helps small businesses grow

As Business Development Program Manager for the city of Lynnwood, Dhaliwal Gill is an ally of local business owners.

 

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The Coastal Community Bank branch in Woodinville. (Contributed photo)

Top banks serving Snohomish County with excellence

A closer look at three financial institutions known for trust, service, and stability.

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Jeanne Hoek hangs clothing on racks at the Assistance League of Everett’s Thrift Store on Monday, Dec. 2, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Finding value beyond the price tag

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An autumn-themed display at Wagner Jewelers in Marysville. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Three dazzling shops where elegance, craft, and sparkle come together.

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Discover the top 3 gift shops in Snohomish County for charm, creativity, and feel-good finds.

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Jsason Phipps of the City of Mount Vernon tightens straps on the flood wall along the Skagit River in downtown Mount Vernon on Thursday. The river is forecast to crest on Friday morning after several days of heavy rain pushed waterways in the region to record levels. (Grant Hindsley/The New York Times)

Record flooding forces rescues across Western Washington

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Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins, left, participates in the extradition from California of Harjinder Singh, accused of causing a crash that killed three people in Florida. (Photo via Collins’ X account)

WA erred in granting hundreds of commercial driver’s licenses to noncitizens

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Floodwater from the Snohomish River partially covers a flood water sign along Lincoln Avenue on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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A blue dasher dragonfly perches on a dried blade of grass on the waters edge of Lake Ballinger with a white water lily blossoming in the background on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 in Mountlake Terrace, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Summer serenity

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The sun begins to set as people walk along the Edmonds Fishing Pier on Thursday, July 17, 2025 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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End of the day in Edmonds

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Evergreen Arboretum and Gardens President Eileen Simmons, left, and volunteer Debbie McCoy plant zinnias from Sunnyside Nursery in front of the entrance to the Evergreen Arboretum and Gardens on Thursday, July 10, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Making a colorful entrance

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Visitors walk while looking at lights at the Tulalip Lights and Ice event on Saturday in Tulalip. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

Tulalip unveils the largest holiday lights display in Washington

The Tulalip Lights & Ice event started Saturday with holiday music, food, ice skating and 9.7 million lights.

 

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Port Angeles tour company to welcome more hikers with new location

Tour company plans to open ‘heart and soul of the operation’

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Artwork is found throughout La Conner, including along its channelside boardwalk. Jon Bauer photo

Fall for La Conner, Washington: fewer crowds, full charm

A local shares why autumn is the best-kept secret in this artsy waterfront town.

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The Methow Valley in North Central Washington draws visitors year-round for hiking, rafting, skiing and fly-fishing.

Twisp with a twist: Road-tripping to Washington’s Methow Valley

Welcome to Twisp, the mountain town that puts “fun, funky and friendly” on the map.

 

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