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Five sisters from Snohomish County have been indicted for a fraudulent scheme that allegedly netted them over $1 million by exploiting online return policies of a major clothing retailer. They are accused of manipulating refund processes by returning items in-store after receiving online refunds, facing charges including conspiracy to commit mail fraud. This case underscores the impact of refund fraud on retail costs and consumer prices.
A judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Ian Simmers, who was wrongfully convicted in a Bothell murder case from 1995. After spending decades in prison, his release in 2019 stemmed from concerns over his confession and evidence. This ruling highlights ongoing challenges faced by those wrongfully convicted in the justice system.
Authorities recovered the body of a 19-year-old man from Lake Stevens who fell into the south fork of the Stillaguamish River while hiking at the Granite Falls Fish Ladder on May 19. The recovery operation lasted nearly two weeks, concluding on June 1 when a sheriff’s helicopter team located him. The Snohomish County Medical Examiner’s Office will determine his identity and the cause of death.
Snohomish County is set to replace a timber bridge near Bothell, marking a significant step in the county's initiative to upgrade its aging infrastructure. This decision reflects broader efforts to enhance safety and efficiency by replacing dozens of old wooden bridges throughout the area.
Snohomish County is embarking on a significant initiative to replace outdated wooden bridges, including a timber bridge near Bothell. This effort is part of a broader strategy to enhance infrastructure and ensure public safety across the region, addressing long-standing issues with aging structures.
Sultan and Snohomish school districts will receive federal funding to purchase clean propane and electric school buses, as announced by the White House. This initiative is part of a larger effort to enhance environmental standards in education and reduce emissions from school transportation.
Sultan and Snohomish school districts are set to receive federal funding for clean school buses, as announced by the White House. The initiative aims to replace older diesel buses with propane or electric alternatives, benefiting over 500 school districts nationwide.
A Bothell family is suing Seattle Children's Hospital, alleging that racial discrimination and negligence contributed to the death of their daughter, Sahana Ramesh, who died from myocarditis after being misdiagnosed. The family claims that had she not been of South Asian descent, she would have received timely treatment. A judge has allowed their discrimination claim to proceed, emphasizing the hospital's alleged failure to provide equitable care.
A man in his early 20s is presumed dead after falling into the Stillaguamish River while hiking near Granite Falls. Rescue teams have shifted from search to recovery efforts due to the treacherous conditions of the river.
A three-car crash on Bothell Everett Highway resulted in two injuries on Saturday afternoon, leading to hospital transport. The accident occurred when a car collided with a truck making a left turn, causing the truck to roll into a third vehicle and temporarily reducing highway lanes.