Government

The AG’s Office claims the cuts, which came without any explanation, targeted states based on their compliance with the federal crackdown on immigration.

The city council will host a public hearing on the proposed budget at its meeting next Monday at 7 p.m.

The governor’s new sub-cabinet will update him with quarterly reports that will include any recommendations for changes in state policy.

The new regulations, if passed, would take effect on January 1.

If the agreement is approved, Bellingham will commit up to $100,000 of reimbursement for staffing and operational costs after the county’s $450,000 initial budget has been expended.

Washington state law requires classes to use inclusive language to all students, regardless of their sex or gender identity.

Public input is requested as its meal program for seniors is in limbo.

Birch Bay, Larrabee and Peace Arch State Parks all require a Discover Pass to visit here in Whatcom County. 

The state’s next revenue forecast will come in mid-November. 

The announcement comes as Cascade PBS says it lost $3.5 million from its annual budget following Congress’s decision in July to completely defund the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.