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Residents are reminded to practice heat safety by staying hydrated, not to grill near dry vegetation and to never leave people or pets in a locked vehicle. 

The ordinance would create a new chapter of the city’s municipal code, if approved.

She received information earlier this week that a mother from Honduras and her four children, who are U.S. citizens, were detained by ICE officials at the Peace Arch border crossing on June 28.

Sedro-Woolley Police say that a person inside the residence called 911 after the suspect tried to stab them Tuesday morning.

AG Brown says the devices are being found more frequently on weapons used in mass shootings and other crimes. 

Drivers are urged to seek alternate routes during the closure and to drive safely while crews work in the area. 

Lane closures will occur while crews work to update the bike lanes, so drivers are advised to expect traffic delays.

Finding community in an ever-changing landscape can be difficult despite this visibility, which has brought some changes to Whatcom County in the last few years.

He told a Wednesday news conference that the loss in Medicaid funding will also threaten hospitals in our state, some of which he says will have to close.

The NWS is reporting a moderate “HeatRisk” in Bellingham for Tuesday and Wednesday next week.