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Government
11 months ago
Controversial bill that guardrails ‘Parental Bill of Rights’ is signed into law

Under the new rules that go into effect immediately, students’ information about medical records and counseling information will remain confidential from parents. 

Government
11 months ago
Gov. Ferguson signs bill updating state gun control regulations

The law goes into effect on May 1, 2027. 

Local
11 months ago
Ferndale High School senior on life support following accidental shooting in Bellingham

The 18-year-old shooting suspect remains in Whatcom County Jail on $1 million bail.

Local
11 months ago
Student workers at Western Washington University prepare to hit the picket lines

Student workers include resident advisors, lifeguards, clerks and other positions across campus.

Local
11 months ago
Leaders of Whatcom County and Bellingham share updates on the future of the region

Bellingham Mayor Kim Lund and Whatcom County Executive Satpal Sidhu each made presentations and answered questions during the event at Hotel Bellwether.

Local
11 months ago
City of Ferndale appoints new chief of police

Matt Huffman has been appointed to the role, filling the position left by former Chief Kevin Turner who took a new role with the City of Burlington. 

Crime
11 months ago
Marysville man pleads guilty to 2023 Bellingham murder

The man could face up to life in prison and a $50,000 fine for the killing of Henry King.

Lifestyle
11 months ago
Busy roads forecasted for Ski to Sea weekend, WTA offers extra bus service

Thousands will be in attendance for Ski to Sea this Sunday as racers trek from Mt. Baker to the finish line in Fairhaven. 

Outdoors
11 months ago
Discover Pass fees to increase later this year

It’s the first price increase since the Discover Pass was introduced in 2011.

Local
11 months ago
PeaceHealth nurses in Bellingham reach tentative agreement for new contract

The new contract has several improvements including a roughly 3% annual raise.