Crime
22 hours ago
Two arrested in Bellingham related to regional drug bust
Investigators believe the suspects' activities are tied to a criminal organization based out of Mexico.
23 hours ago
BRIEF: Lummi Police investigating dead body on reservation
Lummi Police say they're working to notify the man's family members and will release his name once their investigation is complete.
24 hours ago
Arlington man sentenced for 2019 killing at Baker Lake
The decision brings an end to the years-long court saga for Alexander Vanags that included three separate trials.
2 days ago
Man hospitalized following suspected accidental shooting in Ferndale
A witness says he accidentally shot himself in the leg when he tried to take his gun out of its holster.
3 days ago
UPDATE: Anacortes Police release new details in shooting case that left two dead
Police say there is no threat to the public at this time.
7 days ago
Two Bellingham teens arrested in connection to tire-slashings
In total, the two are suspected of causing over $15,000 worth of damage.
2 weeks ago
Bellingham woman found guilty of 2021 murder in Blaine
67-year-old Lynda Mercy will now await her sentencing on March 5.
2 weeks ago
Blaine man arrested following suspected road rage incident involving gun
Police say he pointed a pistol at someone before recklessly chasing them across the city.
2 weeks ago
Bellingham Police arrest four suspects in connection to regional burglary ring targeting Asian families
The men are believed to have stolen nearly $1.5 million in valuables from homes in Bellingham, Anacortes and other areas across northwest Washington.
2 weeks ago
Bellingham man sentenced for mistakenly shooting at Uber downtown
His actions came in response to a drive-by shooting that hit an acquaintance.
3 weeks ago
Man in custody following bomb threat at Point Roberts border crossing
Deputies arrived to find the suspect had returned to the Port of Entry, where he was taken into custody.
3 weeks ago
City of Bellingham warns drivers of fake QR codes for paid parking
Anyone who sees a suspicious QR code posted near a parking meter or payment kiosk is asked to report it to the city.
3 weeks ago
Arlington man found guilty of killing his friend near Baker Lake in 2019
Alexander Vanags faces up to life in prison after being convicted of first-degree manslaughter.
3 weeks ago
Bellingham man arrested in connection to bleachers theft at Lynden church
Investigators discovered that the bleachers were cut up and sold for scrap.
4 weeks ago
Lynden woman sentenced in connection to drive-by shooting in Bellingham
She pled guilty to drive-by shooting, second degree assault and drug possession charges.
4 weeks ago
Recent spike in scam calls claims hundreds of thousands of dollars from community members
The elaborate scams involve the names of actual law enforcement officers and target residents with loved ones in jail.
4 weeks ago
Third person arrested in connection to child trafficking case in Bellingham
All three adult suspects remain at the Whatcom County Jail.
4 weeks ago
Bellingham woman arrested in connection to child sex assault investigation
The 42-year-old Bellingham woman received methamphetamine in exchange for procuring at least three hotel reservations for a male suspect.
4 weeks ago
Lummi Nation member pleads not guilty to dealing fentanyl on reservation
He was arrested in June 2025 in connection to a woman's overdose death.
4 weeks ago
Multiple investigations open into student misconduct at Mount Baker School District elementary school
The Whatcom County Sheriff's Office confirmed they have opened their own investigation.
