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Crime
8 months ago
Former Whatcom County employee accused of official misconduct

Authorities say the employee conducted unauthorized searches within a restricted system.

Local
8 months ago
San Juan County decides to keep 32-hour work week, citing major gains

The county recently released its final report after two years of the pilot project.

Government
8 months ago
Skagit County appoints Joe Burns as new commissioner

Burns will serve through the end of 2026 as former commissioner Lisa Janicki’s replacement.

Local
8 months ago
Let’s Go Washington submits signatures for two new initiatives

The initiatives address the Parents’ Bill of Rights in schools and transgender students in sports.

Government
8 months ago
Bellingham City Council considers reduction in public comment time limit

The proposal was raised with the intent of hearing from more people during public hearings.

Government
8 months ago
Plans move ahead to build new dispatch center in Bellingham

No location for the new emergency dispatch center has been announced, but construction could be completed by the end of this year. 

Government
8 months ago
Additional disaster aid now available to those affected by December flooding

Residents can apply online via the Salvation Army website, by phone or in person at a Disaster Assistance Center.

Government
8 months ago
New details emerge following City of Bellingham’s use of AI

VertexOne’s contract bid was $1 million more than Origin SmartCity, who came in second in the city’s ranking system.

Government
8 months ago
Skagit County residents invited to attend candidate interviews for next commissioner

Three finalists are vying to replace Lisa Janicki, who began her retirement on Friday.

Government
8 months ago
Whatcom County Executive Sidhu suspends emergency repair permit fees for flood victims

Fees for natural resource activity and on-site sewage permits are also waived.

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