Elections
11 months ago
Voters have until Nov. 2 to register or pick up a new ballot

The Whatcom County Auditor’s Office is reminding individuals to come in person and organize their voter’s information before election day.

Local
11 months ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 10/28/24

The Sounders are gearing up for the start of the MLS Playoffs tonight.

Elections
11 months ago
Hundreds of ballots lost in suspected drop box arson

Incendiary devices were pushed into two ballot boxes, setting a fire in one.

Traffic
11 months ago
I-5 Slater Road southbound ramps set to close

The Slater Road off and on-ramps will be closed intermittently Oct. 28 through 31.

Business
11 months ago
SPONSORED: Bellingham Police Chief Rebecca Mertzig gives interview to Business Pulse magazine

Only in Business Pulse magazine! In the current issue, read about how Bellingham Police […]

Traffic
11 months ago
UPDATE: I-5 NB reopens at Iowa Street following landslide that blocked all lanes

All lanes on I-5 northbound at Iowa Street (MP 254) are closed due to an apparent landslide on Sunday morning. 

Local
11 months ago
WTA discusses proposed budget to acquire Cornwall Avenue homeless shelter property

If they do buy Base Camp, WTA plans to renovate the space for offices and other tenant space before creating the new bus station.

Local
11 months ago
Unemployment rates in Whatcom County continue to drop

The county’s unemployment rate remained steady from a year ago, as it still remained below the statewide unemployment rate of 4.8%.

Health and Wellness
11 months ago
Whooping Cough rates rise in Whatcom County

Taking preventative measures like washing hands, covering your cough or sneezes and staying home if you feel sick can help slow the spread of illnesses.

Crime
11 months ago
Teen boy faces charges for the death of five family members east of Seattle

The hearing has been ordered for June 4, and the teen will enter a plea at that time.