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Bellingham mayor to address local uptick in ICE arrests in community meeting

It comes as Whatcom County saw a spike in immigration arrests over the summer.

4 weeks ago

Rising bond yields rattle markets worldwide and overshadow hopes for AI stocks

Another crank higher in bond yields is rattling stock markets around the world on Thursday and helping to overshadow optimism that the artificial-intelligence industry can...

4 weeks ago

Washington revenue forecast improves while budget challenges remain

Officials expect higher revenues through 2031, but caution tough budget decisions remain.

4 weeks ago

No longer a secret, Nathan Fielder’s Elizabeth Holmes doc ‘You Can See Everything’ lands in New York

No longer a secret, "You Can See Everything," Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim's Elizabeth Holmes documentary, premiered Wednesday at the New York...

4 weeks ago

Judge rules in favor of Bellingham couple in ADU lawsuit

The ruling still keeps a ban on short-term rentals in effect.

4 weeks ago

Winter crabbing reopens across local waters

Recreational crabbing returns to the waters around the San Juan Islands, Bellingham Bay and Strait of Georgia starting Oct. 1.

4 weeks ago

Ed Curtis: Kementari’s Creatures

Kementari's opened to fill the niche for exotic pets in Whatcom County four years ago. Owner Ed Curtis keeps a booming business with the creepy crawlies he and others keep as beloved household pets.

4 weeks ago

WA, Bellingham’s minimum wage to rise 60 cents in 2027

The city's rate is set to two dollars above the state's, which just announced an increase.

4 weeks ago

Wall Street closes in on a winning September following an encouraging update on inflation

Some of the pressure that's ballooned in the bond market is easing on Wednesday after a report said inflation across the United States wasn't as bad...

4 weeks ago

A pilot on a flight carrying Israelis stabbed another and apparently tried to crash, Netanyahu says

A pilot on a flight from the United Arab Emirates to Israel stabbed another pilot Wednesday and then apparently tried to crash the jetliner carrying...

4 weeks ago

Whatcom County to lift burn ban for unincorporated areas Thursday

Recent wet weather has helped increase fuel moisture levels on the ground.

4 weeks ago

Bellingham Bay closed for recreational shellfish harvesting

The closure includes Chuckanut Bay and all of Larrabee State Park.

4 weeks ago

BPS to move forward with closures of Carl Cozier and Columbia for 2027-28 school year

The decision is still pending final approval from the school board.

4 weeks ago

Magnitude 4.2 earthquake felt across Puget Sound region

More than 5,100 people reported feeling the Tuesday afternoon quake.

4 weeks ago

Bellingham ordinance clarifies impounding, long-term parking rules

The ordinance takes effect in November.

4 weeks ago

Kratom ban passed by Bellingham City Council

Possession and use of the stimulant is still allowed.

4 weeks ago

Capsized kayaker rescued near Orcas Island

U.S. Coast Guard crews in Bellingham assisted with the rescue.

4 weeks ago

Burn ban to lift for unincorporated Skagit County

Starting in October, residents will be permitted to burn on their property, though some stipulations remain.

4 weeks ago

See the festivities of SeaFeast 2026 | Photos

Check out the sights of this year's SeaFeast at Squalicum Harbor!

4 weeks ago

Bellingham introduces preliminary budget for 2027

The proposed budget would avoid any service or staff cuts, but hinges on future approval of a Regional Fire Authority from voters.

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