Tribal News
1 year ago
Proposed legislation aims to fight opioid crisis and increase Tribal jurisdiction

Lummi Nation Chairman Anthony Hillaire says Tribes have been urging Congress for years to restore their jurisdiction over non-tribal drug dealers who are harming their communities.

Local
1 year ago
Downtown construction leads to temporary bridge installation on James Street

When paving is complete on the temporary James Street bridge, detour traffic will be redirected, and the Meador Avenue bridge will temporarily close.

Local
1 year ago
WTA proposes two new waterfront bus routes through downtown Bellingham

The interim routes would give WTA a baseline to build a more expanded service, which it’s aiming to launch in about a year.

Traffic
1 year ago
Lane closures on I-5 in Whatcom County could cause delays this week

Pack your patience if you’re driving through those areas and give crews plenty of room to work safely.

Elections
1 year ago
Minor party, independent presidential candidates list set for Washington ballots

Among the parties represented is the recently created Cascade Party led by Krist Novoselic, the former bassist of rock band Nirvana.

Local
1 year ago
Whatcom County unveils first public-access naloxone dispenser box

The dispensers come as part of WCHCS’s work to fulfill County Executive Satpal Sidhu’s order that he signed in April, urging the county to make a concerted effort to combat the crisis.

Business
1 year ago
Dept. of Ecology offering up to $10,000 to Washington auto shops

This program is a part of Ecology’s Product Replacement Program that seeks to replace the most harmful chemicals through compensation for small businesses.

Crime
1 year ago
Human trafficking victims rescued from Bellingham business near elementary school

The business, 33 Mansion Mental Massage Spa, is located across the street from Carl Cozier Elementary.

Local
1 year ago
Bellingham City Council approves ordinance to require locked mailboxes for rental properties

The ordinance requires property owners to install locked mailboxes for their tenants by Jan. 1, 2025.