Eric Wilkinson

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Youth detention officer says she was fired for exposing colleague who ‘groomed’ teens

A corrections officer says she was fired after reporting a co-worker for encouraging sexual harassment at a juvenile detention center. EVERETT, Wash. — A Snohomish County corrections officer says she was...

Lawmakers target ‘gas station heroin’ as kratom addiction cases surge

State lawmakers are considering a ban on synthetic kratom after reports of addiction and deaths. MOUNT VERNON, Wash — A completely legal drug that acts similarly to opiates is drawing the...

Multi-million dollar Highway 99 overhaul could span years, impact small businesses

A $660 million improvement project could affect thousands along a 6.6-mile stretch in Snohomish County, with construction lasting several years. LYNNWOOD, Wash. — Running a small family brewery has been a...

Everett job training programs shut down as federal cuts mount

Nonprofit Housing Hope closes three businesses providing job training and employment as funding dries up and residents struggle to pay rent. EVERETT, Wash. — Federal cuts and rising costs are forcing...

Close calls at Oak Harbor elementary school spark concern among parents

Parents report monthly near-misses with vehicles at Olympic View Elementary crosswalks. OAK HARBOR, Wash. — Walking home from school should be the least stressful part of any kid's day. ...

Skagit County nonprofit receives grant to build housing for adults with disabilities

Families with aging parents and disabled adult children face housing crisis. A new community initiative offers hope with $4.5 million grant. LA CONNER, Wash. — Anyone with kids knows you never...

Success, concern surround Flock camera debate

Senate Bill 6002 would limit Flock camera use to felonies and missing persons cases after federal immigration agents accessed Lynnwood's system without consent. LYNNWOOD, Wash. — They are billed as a...

Mukilteo’s scuba diving park plan hits rough waters

Scuba divers want a designated underwater park in Mukilteo, but the Port of Everett is asking to pause planning until waterfront development plans are final. MUKILTEO, Wash. — For legions of...

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