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Crime
2 months ago
Lummi Nation member pleads not guilty to dealing fentanyl on reservation

He was arrested in June 2025 in connection to a woman’s overdose death.

Local
2 months ago
27 healthcare workers in Whatcom County included in mass layoffs by PeaceHealth

It’s the second round of layoffs by PeaceHealth in the past four months.

Government
2 months ago
Proposed ‘millionaire’s tax’ becomes prominent discussion in Olympia

Washington residents have voted against a state income tax repeatedly, with the most recent vote in 2015. 

Education
2 months ago
Multiple investigations open into student misconduct at Mount Baker School District elementary school

The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office confirmed they have opened their own investigation.

Government
2 months ago
Whatcom County Council approves contract to purchase WWU building in Bellingham

Located on 32nd Street, the university currently uses the building for their IT department among other services.

Local
2 months ago
Amtrak announces plans for upgraded trains on Cascades route

The new “Airo Fleet” is expected to go into service in 2027.

Entertainment
2 months ago
Whatcom County eases permit threshold for smaller outdoor music festivals

The move aligns county code with Washington state’s in an effort to reduce barriers for event organizers.

Crime
2 months ago
Woman arrested after attempted armed car theft in Bellingham

She was arrested close to the crime scene and remains at the Whatcom County Jail on $200,000 bail.

Crime
2 months ago
Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office warns residents of new phone scammers

If you think you got a call from these types of scammers, hang up and contact the Sheriff’s Office non-emergency line. 

Entertainment
2 months ago
2026 World Cup events announced in Bellingham

In addition to watch parties, 15 local businesses were selected as designated fan zone venues.

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