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Government
10 months ago
New state laws go into effect in Washington, including marriage license increases

Other laws include liquor license increases and littering fine increases.

Crime
10 months ago
Crime rates decline in Whatcom County over the past 12 months

Overall, crimes were also down across the state, according to the report.

Outdoors
10 months ago
Rotten luck: Beach access at Point Whitehorn Marine Reserve closed indefinitely

Officials say damage to the stairs leading down to the beach is responsible for the closure.

Traffic
10 months ago
Parking on portion of State Street in downtown Bellingham to become back-in only spaces

According to the city, this improves visibility when exiting spaces and prevents drivers from blindly backing into moving traffic.

Government
10 months ago
New law requiring priests to break confession in Washington state blocked in federal court

The ruling states that in Washington, a gross misdemeanor is punishable by a maximum of 364 days in county jail and a fine of up to $5,000.

Government
10 months ago
New poll shows number of Washington residents are not approving of Gov. Bob Ferguson’s leadership

About 31% of respondents stated that they believe the Governor has done a poor job during his first six months in office.

Traffic
10 months ago
City of Bellingham surveys public opinion of downtown bike corridor design

Input on the final design is being accepted until September 30th.

Crime
10 months ago
Lummi Nation police officer-involved shooting suspect in custody, local agencies share updates on the investigation

According to Sheriff Tanksley, the 37-year-old injured officer was hospitalized, has undergone surgery and remains there in a stable condition.

Crime
10 months ago
Lummi Nation Officer shot, suspect at large

The suspect ran off on foot following the shooting.

Education
10 months ago
Nearby colleges awarded funding to better prepare students for life after education

Bellingham Technical College and Skagit Valley College were among the 12 schools that were chosen.