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Business
10 months ago
New Chick-Fil-A location confirmed for Bellingham, Raising Cane’s could bring location to Skagit County

Documents from the Whatcom County Treasurer’s Office show that Chick-Fil-A has purchased a plot of land across from the Bellis Fair Mall.

Government
10 months ago
Landlords penalized across Washington state for not complying with new rental laws

The state’s new law took effect in May and prevents landlords from raising annual rent more than 7% plus inflation or 10%, whichever is lower.

Health and Wellness
10 months ago
Health officials investigate what could be Washington state’s first locally acquired malaria case in Pierce County

The department says the risk to the public is very low as it works with the state Department of Health and CDC to investigate the source of the infection.

Environmental
10 months ago
Proposed Mud Bay development takes a step toward construction, activists continue to push back

Some community members have opposed the development of the site due to its ecological significance and status as a feeding ground for the Post Point great blue heron colony. Developers say 19 mitigating conditions is enough to move forward.

Local
10 months ago
Passenger fares for Washington State ferries to rise this fall

The commission says the price hikes are needed to meet revenue targets set in the state Transportation Budget passed earlier this year.

Northwest Sports
10 months ago
Northwest Sports Update: Seahawks back at Lumen, M’s walk off the White Sox, Bells finish regular season strong and more

The Seahawks open the preseason against Pete Carroll and the Las Vegas Raiders at 7:00 tonight on KPUG.

Local Sports
10 months ago
Homers by Rodriguez and Naylor power Mariner’s win over White Sox

Seattle gets early lead, holds off Chicago 8-6 in game two of series

Local
10 months ago
New report on Whatcom County homeless rates shows similar numbers to years prior

The report says that more people are sleeping in unsheltered spaces which mean tents, doorways, vehicles and other locations.