Everett Mayor: Difficult decisions ahead to fill $18 million budget shortfall

The city of Everett already laid off staff and shuttered public programs to manage budget shortfalls for this year, but Mayor Cassie Franklin said more difficult decisions will be required for 2021’s budget blamed on the shutdown and dwindling tax revenues.

Sheriff: Boy recounts story of attempted kidnapping in Everett

What's also disturbing is that the 44-year-old suspect had a unicorn pillow and multiple dolls with genitalia drawn on them in his tent when deputies found him.

Man arrested for attempted kidnapping in Everett
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He's accused of trying to grab a 12 year old boy while the child was running in an apartment complex.

Police to clear homeless encampment in Everett
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The large homeless camp on Rucker Avenue did not have permission to be there, city officials said.

Paine Field to reopen in August with limited service

Paine Field will reopen its runways and terminal in August with limited service after two months of closure due to the coronavirus.

Paine Field reopening in August
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Paine Field in Everett will reopen Aug. 1 with limited service.

Uncertain future for childcare services as counties move toward COVID-19 recovery

Nearly 1,200 childcare programs across Washington are temporarily closed due to the impacts of COVID-19. As the health crisis continues, the threat of more facilities closing could make it harder for parents to find a place for their kids.

Dozens of Washington cities hold silent marches, work strikes Friday in support of Black Lives Matter

SEATTLE -- Black Lives Matter organizers held dozens of silent marches in Washington cities on Friday, as well as work strikes and other measures to honor the lives lost to police brutality and racial injustice.