Elections
12 months ago
Gov. Inslee activates Washington National Guard ahead of election

Inslee’s office says it’s a purely precautionary measure that was taken in response to Homeland Security’s nationwide warnings over threats to election infrastructure.

Local Sports
12 months ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 11/4/24

Only one school will be left standing after Blaine, Mount Baker and Meridian face off in a tiebreaker tonight at Blaine High School.

Elections
12 months ago
About half of Whatcom and Skagit County voters have now cast their ballots

Ballots are due in a drop box by 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5. If you choose to mail in your ballot, it must be postmarked by Nov. 5 in order to count.

Local
12 months ago
Dozens of power outages reported across Whatcom County

The National Weather Service in Seattle reminds people not to touch or attempt to drive through downed power lines.

Northwest Sports
12 months ago
Demarcus Robinson’s one-handed catch in OT gives Rams 26-20 win over Seahawks

Demarcus Robinson made a one-handed, 39-yard touchdown reception in overtime, and the Los Angeles Rams stunned the Seattle Seahawks 26-20 on Sunday.

Weather
12 months ago
WEATHER: High winds and surf forecasted for Whatcom County through Monday

High winds will begin overnight on Monday and persist until Tuesday. The NWS reminds residents to prepare for power outages.

Local
12 months ago
Rockslide on Chuckanut Drive closes road in Larrabee State Park

There is no estimated time for reopening.

Local
12 months ago
In-person visitation reopens at Whatcom County Jail

The in-person visits were suspended in early 2022 with the jail claiming a failure in their elevator system made them unsafe for the public use.

Outdoors
12 months ago
WDFW is now accepting applications for a new grant

Funding for these grants comes from investments the state legislature made to restore and protect biodiversity. 

Business
12 months ago
Striking Boeing workers to vote on newest contract offer

About 33,000 union members have been on strike for seven weeks now.