The Everett Leader-Herald shut down after a $1.1 million defamation lawsuit settlement with Mayor Carlo DeMaria, who accused the paper of false reporting meant to ruin his reputation.
In court, editor Joshua Resnek admitted to fabricating stories against the mayor, stating: 'It takes me two days away from important writing every week to create this shit.'
Everett Mayor Carlo DeMaria declared the paper a 'corrupt enterprise' after securing a settlement for defamation, highlighting the malicious intent behind their reporting.
The newspaper was accused of conducting a smear campaign against DeMaria, fabricating allegations and undermining his character for financial gain, which culminated in its permanent closure.
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