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3 weeks ago
Diesel fuel prices reach record high in Whatcom County amid national spike
The average price for regular gas is about 25 cents off from the county's all-time high.
3 weeks ago
Co-founder of Bellingham Naked Bike Ride arrested on suspicion of possessing explicit images of children
Zachary Robertson has pleaded not guilty to all charges and has a trial scheduled for late April.
3 weeks ago
Award-winning pizza, wine shop in downtown Bellingham closes
The pizza and wine spot garnered high praise in less than two years after opening.
3 weeks ago
Deadline extended to apply for state aid from December flooding
Affected households could be eligible for up to $1,100 to cover urgent needs.
3 weeks ago
Gov. Ferguson signs “Millionaire’s Tax” into Washington state law
Critics argue that the bill's passage could open the doors for a broader income tax for the rest of the state.
3 weeks ago
State sues Kalshi, alleges illegal gambling
The AG's Office says the platform poses as an illegal gambling outlet, despite branding itself as a prediction market.
3 weeks ago
New report finds gender wage gap is wider in northwest Washington
According to the report, women earn 69 cents for every dollar paid to men in WA's 2nd congressional district.
3 weeks ago
North Whatcom Fire and Rescue to re-run levy lid lift on August ballot
It's the fire district's fourth attempt at upgrading its services to meet the growing demands of the public.
3 weeks ago
Severe weather shelter in Bellingham to stay open through the summer
The county-run space will serve as a respite during extreme heat or poor air quality conditions.
3 weeks ago
Judge dismisses former Bellingham police officers’ lawsuit over COVID vaccine
The two officers were fired in 2021 after their exemption request from the vaccine was denied.
4 weeks ago
Two Seattle men arrested in connection to Whatcom County drug ring
The Sheriff's Office expects more arrests to follow in the investigation.
4 weeks ago
Special election nears for Lynden residents
Lynden residents will be voting on a capital levy that would fund a host of upgrades across the Lynden School District.
4 weeks ago
Bellingham Public Schools to consider closing elementary schools amid declining enrollments
The district attributes the enrollment drop to a decline in birth rates.
4 weeks ago
Whatcom County Council pushes back decision on new criminal justice sales tax
Council members are split on whether to approve the tax themselves or let voters decide.
4 weeks ago
Whatcom County looks to purchase land for new jail
If the proposal is approved by the County Council, the county would buy the property for its assessed value of $4.07 million.
4 weeks ago
Crews begin clearing snow on North Cascades Highway
The highway is still closed at Diablo Lake due to a large rockslide.
4 weeks ago
Winter weather advisory issued for Cascades of Whatcom, Skagit counties
Forecasters are expecting up to a foot of snow in the mountains, including Mount Baker.
4 weeks ago
UPDATE: Crews remove debris from I-5 landslide south of Bellingham, no estimated time of reopening
All traffic heading northbound is still being diverted at the North Lake Samish exit (exit 246).
4 weeks ago
Vegas and Seattle a step closer to getting NBA teams. League’s owners approve expansion exploration
Expansion — and in Seattle's case, a return — isn't a done deal. But it's not just a dream anymore, either.
4 weeks ago
City of Bellingham seeks new source of funding to maintain public safety services
City staff are recommending a new tax through a Regional Fire Authority.
