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3 weeks ago
WA Cares Fund benefits available on July 1 for long-term care support
Most workers in Washington have been paying 0.58% of their paychecks into the fund since 2023.
3 weeks ago
Latest water supply update paints murky future for drought conditions in Washington
The state is on track for its third warmest water year on record.
3 weeks ago
Thousands of state residents affected in data breach by former DSHS employee
The compromised information included names, dates of birth and social security numbers among other personal information.
3 weeks ago
Bellingham hosting watch parties for US knockout match Wednesday
The official Fan Zone watch party at the waterfront starts at 1 p.m. with a Seattle-hosted match before the U.S. plays at 5.
3 weeks ago
Proposed standards on compost contamination seeks public feedback
The department wants to get ahead what they expect will be a great increase in compostable materials over the next decade.
3 weeks ago
AG Nick Brown joins coalition to combat new Medicaid work requirements
The coalition has filed a lawsuit in response to federal changes that would restrict healthcare access.
3 weeks ago
South Whatcom Fire Authority to limit emergency response outside jurisdiction
Response times could rise around Lake Whatcom, Lookout Mountain, Chuckanut Mountain and parts of Galbraith Mountain.
3 weeks ago
Affordable housing development opens for families near Bellis Fair Mall
Additional housing for seniors will be available when Phase 2 of the project ends in spring 2027.
3 weeks ago
New state laws taking effect July 1
Changes to some state tax codes and a boost to some retirement accounts are among the new measures.
3 weeks ago
Signatures submitted for rental price fixing initiative in Bellingham
If the signatures are verified, the initiative would be placed on the November general election ballot.
4 weeks ago
What does the World Cup mean for Emergency Management? | Contributed
Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office Division of Emergency Management (DEM) staff have been working since January 2025 to help ensure the World Cup tournament goes off without a hitch.
4 weeks ago
James Street closure in King Mountain extended through July 10
Crews have encountered some unexpected challenges while completing work for a new multi-use trail.
4 weeks ago
Lane reductions expected due to paving in Sumas
A few stretches of Hwy 9 need dry weather for the paving work to be completed.
4 weeks ago
Average gas prices in Whatcom County fall below five dollar mark
It marks the first time the county has dropped below five dollars per gallon since mid-March.
4 weeks ago
Fish passage work beginning on Hwy 9 in Skagit County
One detour route could add up to 25 miles for some commutes.
4 weeks ago
Judge rules in favor of WA, blocks Trump administration from tightening mail-in voting
The president's executive order requiring states to provide voter registration lists to the federal government was ruled unconstitutional.
4 weeks ago
Ecology issues asbestos reminder near Sumas Mountain
Recreationists are urged not to disturb any creek beds or sediment piles in the area.
4 weeks ago
Whatcom County’s unemployment rate drops in May
The county added just over a thousand jobs from the previous month.
4 weeks ago
Washington links carbon market with California, Quebec
The agreement will set new precedents for greenhouse gas reductions and investments in clean energy among businesses across the three jurisdictions.
4 weeks ago
Burn ban for North Cascades National Park begins Monday
Campers can use gas or propane stoves, grills and lanterns but only if no flammable material is within three feet of the device.
