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Government
1 month ago
ACLU files federal claim over family’s detention in Blaine

The civil rights organization says the asylum-seeking family was subjected to extreme heat and unsafe conditions.

Government
1 month ago
Nick Brown challenges planned significant energy rate increases

The office of the state Attorney General issued a testimony asking shareholders in Puget Sound Energy to pay more.

Health and Wellness
1 month ago
New report shows rise in Whatcom County homelessness, spike in unhoused children

Four in 10 individuals contacted during the Point In Time count said that they were experiencing mental health issues.

Government
1 month ago
Whatcom County sets $5.7 million initial budget for new Lummi Island ferry district

The accompanying levy will cost $52 per year for the owner of a $600,000 home.

Government
1 month ago
Second lawsuit filed challenging ballot language on millionaire’s tax repeal

Let’s Go Washington argues that the Public Investment Impact Disclosure misrepresents the impacts of repealing the tax.

Government
1 month ago
Bellingham City Council mulls ‘mobile tiny home’ ordinance while pushing citizen’s initiative to ballot

The proposed ordinance would expand RVs and other Mobile Dwelling Units’ zoning, but several council members voiced concerns on the current language.

Business
1 month ago
Tax credits extended to new Bellingham businesses

The ordinance initially applied to certain “urban villages” within city limits.

Government
1 month ago
Lawsuit challenges ballot language on millionaire’s tax repeal

The complaint argues state-required funding warning could influence support for Initiative 26-645.

Dedicated To Service
1 month ago
Remote court access available for east Whatcom County residents

Residents can use the new station to attend court hearings or file paperwork.

Community Events
1 month ago
National Night Out: What to Know | Contributed

Whatcom County hosts National Night Out as a way for neighbors to become better acquainted and build stronger relationships.

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