Crime
3 weeks ago
Third person arrested in connection to child trafficking case in Bellingham

All three adult suspects remain at the Whatcom County Jail.

Crime
3 weeks ago
Bellingham woman arrested in connection to child sex assault investigation

The 42-year-old Bellingham woman received methamphetamine in exchange for procuring at least three hotel reservations for a male suspect.

Crime
3 weeks 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.

Education
3 weeks 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.

Crime
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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. 

Crime
3 weeks ago
Canadian officials announce largest-ever drug seizure at Sumas border crossing

Border officers arrested foreign national who’s accused of using a commercial vehicle to transport the drugs.

National
4 weeks ago
Afghan national from Bellingham pleads not guilty to National Guard shooting

Prosecutors claim he drove across the country in order to carry out the shooting on Nov. 26.

Crime
4 weeks ago
Ferndale man arrested in connection to armed robbery of online seller

He remains at the Whatcom County Jail on $200,000 bail.