Local
3 weeks ago
Additional resources now availabe for flood victims in Whatcom, Skagit Counties

WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – More federal funding will soon be distributed to flood […]

Local
4 weeks ago
State sues several companies over allegedly unlicensed casino apps

The suit states that the illegal apps have taken more than $200 million from state residents.

Government
4 weeks ago
Washington state legislators introduce ‘millionaire’s tax’

Ferguson has pushed for the money that would come from a millionaire’s tax to fund K-12 public education and supportive programs. 

Local
4 weeks ago
Bellingham drivers licensing office to close for three weeks

Anyone in need of in-person services during the closure is being directed towards offices in Mount Vernon and Smokey Point.

Government
4 weeks ago
Two bills push for more supportive housing, limits camping bans in Washington

Both bills are scheduled for executive sessions with committee members this week.

Government
1 month ago
New behavioral care center likely to be built in Bellingham, accessible to broader community

Construction of the facility is expected to begin in spring 2027.

Education
1 month ago
‘A win-win’: Whatcom County Council mulls purchase of WWU property

The prospective takeover would include selling the WWU property assessed at roughly an $8 million value to the county, allowing the university to continue operations on the second floor of the building for the next two years.

Government
1 month ago
Signatures verified for state initiative seeking to reestablish “Parents’ Bill of Rights”

Let’s Go Washington now has two initiatives that are likely to head to voters in November.

Government
1 month ago
Washington state mulls over proposed kratom tax

Proceeds from the tax would go to a youth harmful substance prevention account, targeting underage abuse of kratom and nicotine products.