Seen In Everett

10/15/2026

Tonight the Everett, Washington City Council Passes B&O Tax Revision Providing Millions For Outdoor Event Center and lowering B&O Taxes for small businesses in the City.
At its October 14, 2026 meeting, the Everett City Council approved the Everett Forward Business Support and Reinvestment package, a major step toward modernizing the City’s business and occupation (B&O) tax structure, supporting local businesses and creating new opportunities to reinvest in Everett’s economy.

The package provides significant tax relief for small businesses, reduces the tax rate for retailers and generates approximately $3.5 million in new annual revenue to support economic development initiatives that will strengthen Everett’s commercial districts, improve services for businesses and help attract new investment.

“Everett Forward is about making our city an even better place to do business, invest and grow,” said Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin. “Thanks to Council’s support, we will be able to provide meaningful relief for our small businesses while creating a sustainable way to reinvest in our community. This package will help us build on our progress, support our local economy and create more opportunities for the future.”

Modernizing Everett’s B&O tax

The approved changes represent a significant update to Everett’s B&O tax structure, with a focus on supporting small businesses and improving the City’s competitiveness.

Key changes include:

Small business tax relief: Increasing the B&O tax exemption threshold from $20,000 to $250,000 in annual gross revenue, eliminating B&O taxes for approximately 6,500 businesses, or 70% of businesses operating in Everett.
Reduced retail tax rate: Lowering the B&O tax rate for retail businesses by $0.25 per $1,000 in gross revenue.
Eliminating license renewal fees: Removing business license renewal fees for businesses with less than $45,000 in annual gross revenue.
Updating other tax rates: Adjusting manufacturing, service and wholesale B&O tax rates to help support the new structure, align rates with peer cities and generate revenue for reinvestment.

10/14/2026

Welcome home.

10/14/2026

This weekend.

10/11/2026

A public information officer for Everett Police tells Seen in Everett they are currently looking for the driver who allegedly stole a car and struck at least four people following a fight in the parking lot of a restaurant at 2300 Broadway in Everett, Washington early Sunday morning. This afternoon officer Natalie Given said three males in their 20s and one in his 30s were all admitted to the hospital for medical care after suffering what she termed "significant injuries". Here's the press release she issued:

Multiple individuals have been injured following a vehicle theft and collision outside of a North Everett restaurant. At approximately 2:00 am this morning, officers responded to what was reported as an assault with a weapon in the 2300 block of Broadway.

Upon arrival, officers determined a large fight had broken out in the parking lot of a restaurant during which one patron’s vehicle was stolen. A suspect male reportedly left the restaurant in the stolen vehicle, striking several people as he drove away. The suspect driver got into a collision approximately one block away from the restaurant and then fled on foot.

A canine track was initiated to attempt to locate the suspect driver, but he was ultimately not found.
Four individuals were transported to the hospital for their injuries. Some of the injuries reported are significant. Detectives with the Everett Police Traffic Safety Unit responded and are investigating. This is an active and ongoing investigation and there are no further details at this time.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Everett Police Department TIP LINE at (425)257-8450.

10/09/2026

Elevator is back up…

Good news! The Grand Avenue Park Bridge elevator is back in service!

Temporary repairs were completed, and the elevator is once again available for public use.

Please note: an additional closure will be needed in the future to complete permanent repairs. We will share more information once that work is scheduled.

We appreciate your continued patience and understanding!

10/09/2026

Be aware of street closures near Angel of the Winds Arena in downtown Everett, WA tonight and Saturday for the Billy Strings Shows. Showtime is 7:30PM both nights but the Shakedown Experience happens on Lombard between California and Hewitt from 3PM - Midnight both nights. Big pre and post show parties with vendors, jamming and lots of happy fans!

10/09/2026

Tonight from Everett Fire Department

Everett firefighters are in overhaul after extinguishing a fire in a vacant building located in the 6900 block of Evergreen Way. There are no injuries. There are still a number of apparatus on scene as they address hotspots and clean up. Please use caution if you are passing through the area while crews are working. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

10/09/2026

From EPD…

10/06/2026

Get tickets and surprise someone!

Dine, drink, and gather under one roof. APEX Everett is a restored downtown landmark home to 16Eleven steakhouse, El Sid lounge, and Kings Hall events.