Government
10 months ago
Bill to cap rent increases for Washington tenants moves past first stage

State law currently prohibits cities from regulating rent levels themselves.

Local
10 months ago
WE-Bike program promotes electric bike affordability

The WSDOT program will offer $1,200 and $300 rebates to qualifying residents who buy an e-bike, depending on their household income level.

Government
10 months ago
Washington state sues Trump administration over executive order to end birthright citizenship

According to his lawsuit, about 400,000 children born in the U.S. in 2022 could be stripped of citizenship under the order, including about 11,000 in Washington.

Education
10 months ago
Washington state public schools face $1 billion budget gap

State Superintendent Chris Reykdal said that Washington schools are at a “critical juncture” in his annual state of education update on Jan. 16.

Local
10 months ago
Whatcom County streamlines process to apply for building projects

In the past, applicants would need to fill out the same information repeatedly during the application process. 

Government
10 months ago
BRIEF: Bellingham City Council wants public feedback on selling small downtown property

More information about the potential sale will be available closer to the hearing date.

Local
10 months ago
Record enrollment in affordable healthcare reported in Washington state

The Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services reports that millions more customers are using the affordable healthcare program compared to years past. 

Government
10 months ago
Whatcom County Council enters heated debate over severe weather shelter

A push for a 40-degree opening threshold made it to the council floor and drew heat from multiple sides.

Government
10 months ago
Incoming Attorney General Nick Brown opposes proposed budget cuts

New governor Bob Ferguson announced during his inauguration speech that he plans to cut $35 million from the Attorney General’s Office.

Government
10 months ago
Bob Ferguson is sworn into office as new Washington governor

In his inaugural speech, Ferguson addressed challenges facing the state such as housing, public safety, the ferry system and the budget shortfall.

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