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1 week ago
House passes millionaires tax in Washington, sparks prolonged debate in Olympia
The bill now heads to the Senate for a final vote before it heads to Gov. Ferguson's desk.
1 week ago
New municipal court judge appointed in Bellingham
Nicholas Henery will begin his term on March 16.
1 week 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.
1 week ago
Heavy mountain snow expected to make travel very difficult in Whatcom, Skagit counties this week
The National Weather Service has issued several weather advisories, including a blizzard warning.
1 week ago
Deadline to submit water adjudication paperwork extended until 2027, more assistance offered
Whatcom County says 25% of impacted water users haven't received claim forms.
2 weeks ago
UPDATED: All lanes open on I-5 following a collision near Northwest Avenue
Expect delays in the area, and there is no estimated time for reopening.
2 weeks ago
Gas prices continue to climb in Whatcom County
Whatcom County's average is on par with the state average of $4.63.
2 weeks ago
New survey shows Bellingham property manager reactions to changing regulations
City staff recommends conducting a similar survey later this year.
2 weeks ago
WTA seeks public feedback on proposed upgrades to speed up service
The agency is aiming to increase the frequency of its Go Line service from every 15 minutes to every 10.
2 weeks ago
Proposed millionaire’s tax receives greenlight from Washington governor
The bill is scheduled for a second reading in the House as of March 6.
2 weeks ago
Rain, snow in the forecast for Whatcom County this week
Forecasters are warning of increased avalanche danger later this week in the Cascades.
2 weeks ago
Three-week outage of Whatcom Chief to begin in late April
Shuttle services won't be provided on Lummi Island during the annual dry dock outage.
2 weeks ago
Three Whatcom County basketball teams bring home state titles
The Lynden girls, Lynden Christian boys and Lummi Nation boys are all state champions.
2 weeks ago
Three Whatcom County teams playing for state basketball championships on Saturday
Find out the broadcast times and stations for the Lynden girls, Lynden Christian boys and Lummi Nation boys' state title games.
2 weeks 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
Residents share frustrations over homeless encampments in Bellingham
The encampment has proven to be resilient despite the city’s actions against the absentee owner of a large property directly behind the Walmart.
2 weeks ago
Bellingham accepts federal funding for streetlights, resurfacing on Bellingham roads
Samish Way has been designated part of the National Highway System, making it eligible for funds focused on road maintenance.
2 weeks ago
CHS Northwest announces sale of additional locations including Nooksack, Ferndale and Lynden
The Bellingham location sale was announced just weeks ago.
2 weeks ago
State issues emergency closure of oyster harvesting in Drayton Harbor
Drayton Harbor Oyster Company will stay open but won't serve any shellfish from the harbor until it's safe to do so.
2 weeks ago
House Bill aiming to restrict data center energy use fails to pass in Olympia
The bill had lost a lot of its original language on the House floor, including stipulations that it pay fees to the state for high energy consumption.
