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Crime
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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.

Crime
1 year ago
Man arrested following drive-by shooting north of Bellingham

Deputies recovered the pistol and ammunition from the suspect’s car and arrested the driver for drive-by shooting and unlawful handling of a weapon.

Local
1 year ago
Allen Law Firm in Bellingham owes $1.3 million following sexual harassment reports

The Bellingham law firm has been ordered to pay two former employees who made reports of being sexually harassed at work.

Local
1 year ago
Financial assistance available to Whatcom County residents impacted by “bomb cyclone”

By March 3, qualifying residents can apply to be reimbursed for extended sheltering, home repairs and certain other unmet needs that were caused by the disaster.

Local
1 year ago
Port of Bellingham moves forward with Phase 2 of Millworks Project

The new seven story complex will be built adjacent to the Phase 1 Millworks complex and feature roughly 109 units of “workforce” housing with a multi-level parking garage.