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Pharmacist Nisha Mathew prepares a Pfizer COVID booster shot for a patient at Bartell Drugs on Broadway on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Everett lawmakers back universal health care bill, introduced in Olympia

Proponents say providing health care for all is a “fundamental human right.” Opponents worry about the cost of implementing it.

 

The Everett Municipal Building on Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

Everett council approves $111 million construction of sewer project

The Port Gardner Storage Facility, in the works for more than a decade, will help prevent overflows of the city sewer system.

 

Two students walk along a path through campus Thursday, Aug. 4, 2022, at Everett Community College in Everett, Washington. A group of nearly 20 community groups are planning to study how to make it easier for young people to find jobs. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Goal for Everett coalition: Make it easier for young people to find jobs

The organizations hope the months-long process will improve access to resources for young people.

 

Ari Smith, 14, cheers in agreement with one of the speakers during Snohomish County Indivisible’s senator office rally at the Snohomish County Campus on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

More than 100 people gather in Everett to protest recent Trump actions

Protesters hoped to pressure lawmakers into delaying and disrupting action in the Senate.

Ari Smith, 14, cheers in agreement with one of the speakers during Snohomish County Indivisible’s senator office rally at the Snohomish County Campus on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Protest planned Wednesday at Snohomish County campus

A local progressive group organized the rally to oppose President Donald Trump.

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Alina Langbehn, 6, center, and Vera A., 6, right, sit on a swing together at Drew Nielsen Neighborhood Park after school on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

North Everett park could get $345,000 upgrade

The council will vote on whether to improve 18-year-old Drew Nielsen Neighborhood Park.

Alina Langbehn, 6, center, and Vera A., 6, right, sit on a swing together at Drew Nielsen Neighborhood Park after school on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
County Council members Jared Mead, left, and Nate Nehring speak to students on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, during Civic Education Day at the Snohomish County Campus in Everett, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)

Snohomish County officials offer students up-close look at civics in action

Over 300 students from 11 schools took part in the day-long learning event.

County Council members Jared Mead, left, and Nate Nehring speak to students on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, during Civic Education Day at the Snohomish County Campus in Everett, Washington. (Will Geschke / The Herald)
Isabella Eldridge, 8, a second grader at Emerson Elementary School, works through a math problem on the board with the help of her dual language class teacher Paola Martinez on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

More Everett students say ‘Hola!’ to another language

Emerson Elementary students in nine classes learn mostly in Spanish. Two Silver Lake Elementary classes will join.

Isabella Eldridge, 8, a second grader at Emerson Elementary School, works through a math problem on the board with the help of her dual language class teacher Paola Martinez on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Judge sets bail at $2 million for suspect in Everett stabbing

The suspect was arrested Wednesday without incident on a bus thanks to a tip from a community member.

Everett P. Fog, 15, in front of an Everett mural along Colby Avenue on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Hello, Everett! No escape when your name is same as the town

Everett P. Fog, 15, sees and hears his first name wherever he goes. His middle name is also epic.

Everett P. Fog, 15, in front of an Everett mural along Colby Avenue on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Jared Meads takes a breath after dunking in an ice bath in his back yard while his son Fallen, 5, reads off the water temperature on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Chill out: Dive into the cold plunge craze

Plungers say they get mental clarity and relief for ails in icy water in tubs, troughs and clubs.

Jared Meads takes a breath after dunking in an ice bath in his back yard while his son Fallen, 5, reads off the water temperature on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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At least two Snohomish County residents exposed to measles

The health department is monitoring residents who may be at risk for developing the illness.

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Everett to host ‘Fan Zone’ during 2026 World Cup

Current plans for the zones lack specifics, but city staff hope the tournament can turn Everett into a “soccer city.”

Noah Jackson helps lead those marching in song and chants during the Greater Everett Area’s Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day march on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

“Mission Possible”: Community gathers to honor MLK

About 300 people marched from Everett Memorial Stadium to Carl Gipson Center on Monday morning.

Noah Jackson helps lead those marching in song and chants during the Greater Everett Area’s Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day march on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
“While Body Mass Index (BMI) can offer a general idea of body fat based on height and weight, it doesn’t account for muscle mass and other factors,” says Dr. Adam Jonas, an internal medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente Everett Medical Center. Photo courtesy of Kaiser Permanente.

Everett doctor shares sustainable solutions for long-term health

Embracing lifestyle changes over quick fixes for lasting health benefits

“While Body Mass Index (BMI) can offer a general idea of body fat based on height and weight, it doesn’t account for muscle mass and other factors,” says Dr. Adam Jonas, an internal medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente Everett Medical Center. Photo courtesy of Kaiser Permanente.
Jasmine Donahue walks inside Hope ’N Wellness on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Everett homeless service faces uncertain future

Hope ‘N Wellness, which provides social services, faces a Feb. 28 deadline to move from its current location or close its doors.

Jasmine Donahue walks inside Hope ’N Wellness on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Detectives search for suspect in Thursday stabbing of Everett teen

The stabbing of a 13-year-old male happened near North Middle School around 7:45 a.m. Thursday.

People listen to APEX founder John Carswell speak durning an Greater Everett Chamber of Commerce kick off event on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

After 13 years, Everett welcomes back its chamber of commerce

The Greater Everett Chamber of Commerce held its first event Wednesday since the original chamber disbanded in 2011.

People listen to APEX founder John Carswell speak durning an Greater Everett Chamber of Commerce kick off event on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Flu and COVID vaccine options available at QFC on Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Two Snohomish County residents die from influenza

Last year’s flu season claimed the lives of seven people.

Flu and COVID vaccine options available at QFC on Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Everett chamber of commerce marks return with first event

“Brain Food” will feature speaker John Carswell, and include a buffet lunch.

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