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Local
3 months ago
Whatcom flood recovery programs receive $750K through Children’s Fund

Upwards of 177 local families met the criteria to receive support.

Government
3 months ago
Series of laws going into effect: Voting, pennies, housing, gambling

Over 200 laws went into effect Thursday, 90 days after the 2026 legislative session ended.

Government
3 months ago
Port Commission votes to restrict civil immigration actions on their properties

The vote passed 2-1, with Port Commissioner Bobby Briscoe as the lone no vote, requesting the commission table the discussion.

National
3 months ago
Judge strikes visa fee as Washington joins new federal lawsuit over DEI

Federal ruling eliminates H-1B application fee before state challenges new policy for federal contractors.

Local
3 months ago
Budget shortfall spurs belt-tightening across Washington state

Agencies are now being told to pause phasing-in any new programs and make cuts with special attention to programs expanded upon after 2018.

Local
3 months ago
Whatcom County Council considers changes to fireworks laws

A proposed amendment would scale back July 4th usage. The county’s burn ban is also set to take effect on June 15.

Government
3 months ago
Funding received for upgrades to Pine Street rail crossing

The crossing will mark the fourth addition to the ongoing Waterfront Quiet Zone project.

Local
3 months ago
Funds coming to beef up security measures ahead of World Cup

The money will pay for Bellingham Police staff overtime and equipment to cover FIFA World Cup-related events in the city.

Aerial view of a large industrial plant with connected pipes, tanks, and smokestacks emitting steam. In the background are more structures and vehicles in a yard.
Environmental
3 months ago
Investigation begins, recovery concludes at site of Longview tank explosion

Response crews have collected over 2,000 dead fish from ditches near the Columbia River.

Local
3 months ago
Appeals court sides with Bellingham in vaccine mandate suit

Mayor Seth Fleetwood issued an executive order in September 2021 requiring COVID-19 vaccines for city workers, volunteers and contractors.

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