Groups that assist crime victims in Washington will look at reducing services as federal dollars remain down and funding in the state budget falls short filling the gap. Since 2018,…
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Suspect accused in 2024 shooting of rideshare driver in Edmonds takes the stand
An Edmonds man accused of fatally shooting a rideshare driver in 2024 took the stand as the trial entered its third day in Snohomish County Superior Court Tuesday. Alex Matthew…
Public invited to engine push-in ceremony at Lynnwood Civic Center fire station July 21
The public is invited to join firefighters in welcoming South County Fire’s newest fire engine to service with a traditional push-in ceremony Monday, July 21, 9:30 a.m. at Lynnwood Civic…
To end drunk driving: State launches alcohol detection technology initiative
The Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) on Tuesday launched the Driven to Protect | Washington initiative, becoming the fourth state to join a national effort to end drunk driving using…
Trial continues for Edmonds man accused in 2024 shooting of rideshare driver
Day two in the trial of an Edmonds man accused of fatally shooting a rideshare driver in 2024 continued in Snohomish County Superior Court Monday with testimony from several police…
Fire safety tips for people with disabilities
National Disability Independence Day is celebrated every year on July 26. According to the Centers for Disease Control, as of 2024, nearly one in three people in the United States…
Trial begins for Edmonds man accused in January 2024 fatal shooting of rideshare driver
The trial of a 22-year-old Edmonds man accused of fatally shooting a rideshare driver in January 2024 got underway in Snohomish County Superior Court Thursday. Alex Matthew Waggoner faces charges…
South County Fire responds to fires in Lynnwood, Everett — fireworks can’t be ruled out as a cause
South County firefighters fought two significant fires in just 24 hours during the July 4th holiday. “The Snohomish County Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause of both fires and…
Lynnwood man dies in single-car crash on U.S. 2 Friday
A 29-year-old Lynnwood man died on U.S. 2 between Gold Bar and Index Friday afternoon after he lost control of his vehicle and crashed while street racing, the Washington State…
One year later, memory of Jayda Woods-Johnson guides a grieving community to action
Family, friends and community members gathered at Mukilteo Lighthouse Park Thursday to remember the life of 13-year-old Jayda Woods-Johnson, who died in a Lynnwood shooting one year ago. Many wore…
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Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office DUI stop leads to chase, ends in collision on 196th
A 33-year-old Marysville man suspected of DUI is in custody in Snohomish County Jail following a Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office chase that resulted in a collision on 196th Street Southwest…
46-year-old man dead after motorcycle collision in unincorporated Lynnwood
A 46-year-old motorcycle rider died at the scene of a collision with a vehicle Tuesday night near the 12300 block of Beverly Park Road in unincorporated Lynnwood, the Snohomish County…
One year after July 3 shooting, community will gather to remember Jayda Johnson
A community remembrance is scheduled for 7-10 p.m. Thursday, July 3 at Mukilteo Lighthouse Park to honor 13-year-old Jayda Johnson, who died in a Lynnwood shooting one year ago. A…
WA board to consider parole for ‘Hillside Strangler’ convicted of 1970s murders
]Washington state’s parole board this week will hear the case of one of the so-called “Hillside Stranglers” who murdered numerous women and girls, including two in Washington, in the late…
Missing Mountlake Terrace man found
The 75-year-old Mountlake Terrace man reported missing via a Silver Alert Thursday has been found.
Lynnwood Police Blotter: June 15-21, 2025
June 15 17400 block 52nd Avenue West: Misdemeanor violation of the Uniform Controlled Substances Act, warrant arrest. 18900 block 44th Avenue West: Felony theft. 19700 block 68th Avenue West: Weapons…
Driver of car involved in fatal accident at Edmonds ferry dock facing murder, vehicular assault charges
This story has been updated with new information from the defendant’s June 24 court appearance. William Russell-Leonard — the 29-year-old driver of the 2012 Mini Cooper that ran off the…
‘Do it for your neighbors’: South County Fire launches campaign reminding community of impacts from fireworks
A new campaign from South County Fire reminds people of the distressing impacts from fireworks on neighbors, veterans, pets and first responders. Fireworks are illegal throughout South County Fire’s service…
Washington deploys new tools, hoping to prevent summer traffic deaths
This article was first published by TVW. Summer in Washington is supposed to be a season of celebration: high school graduations, family road trips, long weekends at the lake. But traffic…
Lynnwood Police Blotter: June 8-14, 2025
June 8 17500 block Highway 99: Misdemeanor domestic assault. 19900 block 44th Avenue West: Misdemeanor theft at Shell. 6000 block 196th Street Southwest: DUI. 18300 block Alderwood Mall Parkway: Misdemeanor…
Two dead, three injured after car involved in vehicle pursuit drives off Edmonds ferry dock
Updated with additional details on those injured and deceased, including another revised number of those injured, from the Washington State Patrol. Two people died and three were injured after a…
Protecting children from parental abduction
The entire country is shocked and saddened by the deaths of the three young Decker sisters — Paityn, 9; Evelyn, 8 and Olivia, 5 — from Wenatchee, Washington after their…
Lynnwood Police Blotter: June 1-7, 2025
June 1 17500 block Highway 99: Third-degree misdemeanor theft, fourth-degree assault. 19400 block Alderwood Mall Parkway: Misdemeanor theft. 19200 block 56th Avenue West: Child Protective Services report detailing parental discipline….
Scene in Lynnwood: Thanking first responders
Quail Park of Lynnwood hosted a barbecue luncheon last week to honor and thank the Lynnwood Police Department, South County Fire and the Snohomish County Search ad Rescue team for…
Families attend Lynnwood Police ‘Cops & Kids’ event Saturday at Alderwood Mall
Scores of families attended Lynnwood’s Cops & Kids event at Alderwood Saturday while enjoying the warm, sunny day, along with food and cold drinks from the nearby food court. Cops…