Government
8 months ago
Washington state sues T-Mobile over data breach that impacted millions of residents

AG Ferguson claims T-Mobile failed to address cybersecurity concerns for years and that the data breach was a direct result of their lack of accountability.

Government
9 months ago
New laws in Washington state and across the country in 2025

A host of new laws went into effect on Wednesday, Jan. 1 in Washington, including a new Medicare law on the federal level.

Government
9 months ago
Whatcom County to not raise threshold to open severe weather shelter in Bellingham

According to analysts, raising the threshold by just three degrees could cost the county upwards of $200,000.

Government
9 months ago
Newly elected Whatcom County Charter Review Commission to hold first meeting

The county charter, which is similar to a constitution, lays out the county’s powers, structure and election processes.

Local
9 months ago
WSDOT granted nearly $7 million to update Whatcom County border signage

Grant funding will cover the installation of new sensors near the border to help streamline traffic wait times.

Government
9 months ago
San Juan County sees promising returns after implementing a 32-hour work week

The pilot project will run through the end of 2025 before the county decides whether to keep it in place.

Government
9 months ago
City of Bellingham reaches settlement with family of teen hit by government vehicle in crosswalk

The 14-year-old boy’s parents sued the city earlier this year over the incident that occurred in February 2022.

Local
9 months ago
Petition fights for higher temp threshold as shelter works with limited resources

As Whatcom County faces a tightening budget, an advocate is calling for a change in how the county helps its unhoused. 

Local
9 months ago
Bellingham City Council votes 6-1 to remove parking minimums

The interim ordinance comes after Mayor Lund’s executive order to expand housing options in Bellingham.

Government
9 months ago
Whatcom County seeks applicants for advisory board positions

Members of the boards and committees will advise the county council on a variety of local topics.

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