Education
11 months ago
Western Washington University reacts to Trump administration’s directive to end DEI programs

The U.S. Dept. of Education says any schools that are found to be out of compliance with the order by the end of the February could lose federal funding.

Education
11 months ago
State Superintendent of Public Instruction tells schools to resist Trump administration’s directive to end DEI programs

Chris Reykdal says his office received a so-called “Dear Colleague Letter” from the U.S. Department of Education that declared DEI programs to be discriminatory and illegal.

Local
11 months ago
BRIEF: Residents feel earthquake tremors in north Whatcom County

The U.S. Geological Survey rates the earthquake that struck near the town of Sechelt, 72 miles north of the U.S./Canada border, at magnitude 4.8.

Weather
11 months ago
Series of storms forecasted to hit Whatcom County this weekend

Whatcom County is expected to receive up to two inches of rain throughout the weekend. 

Crime
11 months ago
Man arrested in Ferndale after police pursuit in stolen vehicle

The suspect faces numerous charges from Lummi Police, including assault and reckless driving on top of a warrant for drug charges.

Education
11 months ago
Unionized workers at Western Washington University to hold rally in Red Square

They argue that the proposed state funding cuts will result in fewer classes, higher workloads for all staff and higher costs to students.

Local
11 months ago
City of Ferndale warns citizens of “compromised” emails

Anyone who’s unsure if an email is safe to open is being directed to call the Ferndale City Hall at (360) 384-4302. 

Health and Wellness
11 months ago
Record-breaking numbers of flu cases reported in Whatcom County

PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center says it’s experiencing “unprecedented” crowds of patients in its emergency department.

Government
11 months ago
New audit shows state Dept. of Commerce improperly gave grants to applicants

In the audit, they found that the Department of Commerce did not comply with certain requirements for grantees.

Government
11 months ago
Local lawmakers work to pass variety of bills in Olympia

Environmental, medical, higher education and bills covering other topics are being discussed in Olympia by local lawmakers.