Government

The Capitol building is back open to the public, but certain spaces are closed off as the damage starts to get repaired. 

Starting on Jan. 1, 2026, it will add a dime to a $100 purchase. 

Using a program to evaluate areas with high collision rates and certain types of structures, Public Works is recommending lower speed limits in many locations in the city.

The state Anthropologist and the King County Medical Examiner will be consulted to determine the best course of action for testing after the remains are disinterred. 

The council’s resolution to oppose says banning those fees would hurt small landlords and could make it harder for them to perform key services, such as timely maintenance and safety measures.

BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – The Port of Bellingham is moving forward with plans to […]

The county is also considering a new public safety sales tax, similar to the one Bellingham will likely adopt.

U.S. Representative Rick Larsen says he’s been in touch with woman’s family and is working to get her released.

That includes funding for 11 projects in Washington, including the Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Hub which included a key site in Ferndale.

Larsen notes that many government agencies will have furloughed workers, so help desks may have little-to-no staffing.