Local
2 years ago
BRIEF: Overdose deaths in Washington see highest increase in the country

The current number of overdose deaths in the state over the past year are more than double what they were in May 2020.

Local
2 years ago
Amazon facility in Spokane fined for putting workers at risk of injury

The nearly $86,000 fine is larger than previous penalties because the company has been cited before over conditions at other fulfillment centers in the state.

Local
2 years ago
Bellingham hosts first electric bus in Amtrak national network

The EV can make the nearly 200-mile roundtrip from Bellingham to Seattle on one single charge.

Local
2 years ago
Kent man sentenced for role in fatal hit-and-run on the Guide

Teofilo Uribe will spend nearly a decade behind bars for his role in the crash that killed 49-year-old Tarria Conger.

Local
2 years ago
City begins removal of historic railroad trestle in Whatcom Falls Park

There will be trail closings and construction traffic in the area off Electric Avenue.

Local
2 years ago
Whatcom County issues Stage 2 Burn Ban

All outdoor burning is prohibited in unincorporated areas of Whatcom and Skagit Counties until further notice.

Local
2 years ago
Construction begins on new amenities at Cordata Park

The additions include an indoor pavilion, a covered stage and lawn, a picnic shelter and a new parking lot.

Local
2 years ago
Upfront Theater to host special classes that help with memory loss

An informational seminar for memory loss caregivers on the new program will be held at the Upfront on Monday August 21 at 2pm.

Local
2 years ago
North Cascades Highway closure extended after new fire emerges

SR 20 is now closed from milepost 120 in Newhalem to milepost 171 at the Silver Star gate.

Local
2 years ago
Plans for fastest train in U.S. to include stop in Bellingham

The 250 mile-per-hour train is projected to take just an hour to travel from Seattle to either Vancouver or Portland.