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Washington lawmakers seek to limit the Department of Corrections' information sharing with federal immigration authorities, but Governor Bob Ferguson and Attorney General Pam Bondi oppose changes to current policy. The 2019 Keep Washington Working Act restricts local police cooperation with immigration enforcement, yet the Corrections Department continues to provide ICE with inmate information.
Edmonds College's Construction Pre-Apprenticeship Program received a $575,000 grant from WSDOT to support training through 2026. The eight-week program provides hands-on experience for students, targeting socially disadvantaged individuals to help them access careers in construction.
Sound Transit’s Sounder train offers special service for the Seattle Mariners game against the Athletics on Aug. 24. The inbound train from Snohomish County departs Everett at 10:45 a.m. and arrives at King Street Station at 11:44 a.m.
Community Transit will increase weekend bus service in Snohomish County starting August 30, adding 95 trips on Saturdays and 98 trips on Sundays. Weekday service will also improve with 46 new trips on busy routes, including Swift bus rapid transit lines. New stops will be added to routes 109, 424, and 907, enhancing accessibility for local communities.
Gov. Bob Ferguson and U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen distributed free lunches to over 100 children at Lynnwood Elementary School, highlighting the crisis in food assistance amid federal cuts. They criticized the Trump Administration's impact on programs like SNAP, which could leave 137,000 Washington residents at risk of losing benefits.
Candidates for Lynnwood's City Council have reported varied campaign finances as of August 21, 2025. Notably, Isabel Mata leads with over $9,200 raised, while Dio Bougcsieguez has incurred a debt of $1,161. Detailed financial data is available through the Washington State Public Disclosure Commission.
Daytime lane reductions will occur on the southbound State Route 99 Aurora Avenue Bridge this weekend for maintenance, impacting traffic from 5 to 11 a.m. on August 23 and 24. Nighttime tunnel closures will also affect travelers, with southbound SR 99 closing from 12:30 a.m. to 5 a.m. on August 25.
Washington state lawmakers embraced remote testimony during legislative sessions, significantly increasing public participation. In the latest session, over 11,000 individuals testified, while nearly 586,000 registered their opinions online. This shift enhances democratic engagement and allows broader public involvement in the legislative process.
The annual Edmonds Art Studio Tour will take place on August 21, 2025. This event showcases local artists and their work, providing attendees with a unique opportunity to engage with the creative community. Tracey Edmonds is among the notable figures associated with this year's tour.
Sound Transit suspends Link 1 Line service between Westlake and SODO stations on Saturday, August 23, for track barrier relocation and testing. During the closure, shuttle buses will replace train service every 10–15 minutes, while Link trains will operate every 12 minutes outside the affected area. Staff ambassadors will assist passengers during the disruption.