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An 11-year-old girl, Sha’niece Watson, has been found safe after being missing for nearly two weeks. Her disappearance raised concerns among her family and local authorities, who had previously dealt with similar incidents involving her. The Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office thanked the Special Investigations Unit and regional law enforcement for their assistance in finding her.
Two men were arrested in Tacoma, suspected of being part of a South American crime ring linked to over 300 burglaries in Snohomish County since 2021, resulting in over $5 million in losses. The suspects, aged 34, face multiple counts of burglary and theft, specifically targeting Asian and Indian homeowners. This development follows a two-year investigation involving local and federal law enforcement agencies.
Anila Gill, a Lynnwood resident, highlights the financial struggles faced by families due to rising costs in rent and gas. She advocates for the Working Families Tax Credit, which offers significant refunds to eligible taxpayers in Washington state, urging more families to take advantage of this opportunity for financial relief.
A Kenmore man, Robert Rowland, has been charged with first-degree murder after a police pursuit led to a fatal crash on Highway 525 in Lynnwood, resulting in the death of 83-year-old Trudy Slanger. Rowland is being held on a $2 million bail.
Holman, a century-old automotive services firm from New Jersey, has acquired the Land Rover Lynnwood dealership, formerly known as Land Rover Seattle. This acquisition enhances Holman's presence in the Lynnwood area, where they aim to provide exceptional customer experiences with a selection of new and used vehicles.
A house fire near Alderwood Mall in Lynnwood on Thursday afternoon displaced five residents and six dogs. Fire crews responded quickly, and all pets were rescued safely. South County Fire officials are investigating the incident, which is believed to be accidental.
An 83-year-old woman, Trudy Slanger, was tragically killed in a wrong-way crash on Highway 525 in Lynnwood, following a police pursuit of a man suspected of domestic violence and kidnapping. The incident has raised concerns about police pursuit policies in light of recent legislative changes. The driver, suspected of impairment, faces serious charges including second-degree murder.
Sound Transit is introducing a temporary bus line, Route 515, connecting Lynnwood City Center to downtown Seattle to alleviate overcrowding on the upcoming Link light rail extension. This service will operate until the 2 Line crosses Lake Washington in 2025, with expectations of high daily ridership. The changes, approved by the Sound Transit Board, reflect collaboration among local transit authorities to ensure reliable service.
Community Transit plans to eliminate its $4.25 commuter bus fare as it adjusts routes for the upcoming light rail service in Lynnwood, starting August 30. This decision aims to enhance accessibility and affordability for local commuters, with a public hearing scheduled for May 2 to discuss the fare changes.
Sound Transit will announce the opening date for the Lynnwood Link light rail extension this Thursday. The 8½-mile extension will add four new stations and is expected to serve 47,000 to 55,000 daily riders by 2026, marking Snohomish County's first entry into the Link light rail system.