Washington’s payouts — known as tort liability — have skyrocketed from $72 million in fiscal year 2018 to more than $281 million last fiscal year. Washington’s fiscal years run from July 1 to June 30.

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Residents in the diverse, tight-knit neighborhood want “Investment without displacement.” The city’s plan will help achieve that, staff say.

The tax would have helped pay for transportation infrastructure, but was also set to give Mukilteo the highest sales tax rate in the state.

EDMONDS — Under a proposal presented by Edmonds Mayor Mike Rosen on Tuesday night, the city would need to cut 46 positions to help balance its budget. That’s only the beginning. Over the next ...

EVERETT — After almost two years of studies and deliberations, the Everett City Council on Wednesday selected a downtown location as the site for a potential stadium to host the minor league ...

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Since 2019, the Everett Police Department has struggled to keep its ranks full. While the department has hired 91 officers since 2020, it continues to lose officers each year. It’s a challenge ...

Sports Monroe boys weather storm, top Shorecrest in District semis Isaiah Kiehl’s steal in final 20 seconds seals 48-44 win and state berth for Bearcats. by Joe Pohoryles Sunday, February 23 ...

Management gave certified nursing assistants a deadline of Thursday to accept the voluntary severance package. Details of the offer remain unclear, staff and union representatives said. In a ...