Crime
1 year ago
Seattle man arrested in connection to armed bank robbery in Bellingham

The man remains in Whatcom County Jail on $20,000 bail.

Traffic
1 year ago
I-5 ramp closures to cause delays around Slater Road

The closures are part of the roundabout upgrade project at the southbound I-5 ramps.

Government
1 year ago
Bellingham City Council suspends public comments for the remainder of 2024

Mayor Lund, the city and Hammill all said they want to create a “safer, more welcoming” environment at City Hall.

Local
1 year ago
Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office releases full report of Undersheriff investigation

The Undersheriff returned to full duty on Friday, Nov. 1.

Local
1 year ago
Pedestrian project using Biochar cement in Bellingham is almost complete

The installation project allowed the city to test out a more environmentally friendly product on a small section of sidewalk.

Elections
1 year ago
Gov. Inslee activates Washington National Guard ahead of election

Inslee’s office says it’s a purely precautionary measure that was taken in response to Homeland Security’s nationwide warnings over threats to election infrastructure.

Elections
1 year ago
About half of Whatcom and Skagit County voters have now cast their ballots

Ballots are due in a drop box by 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5. If you choose to mail in your ballot, it must be postmarked by Nov. 5 in order to count.

Local
1 year ago
Dozens of power outages reported across Whatcom County

The National Weather Service in Seattle reminds people not to touch or attempt to drive through downed power lines.

Weather
1 year ago
WEATHER: High winds and surf forecasted for Whatcom County through Monday

High winds will begin overnight on Monday and persist until Tuesday. The NWS reminds residents to prepare for power outages.

Local
1 year ago
Rockslide on Chuckanut Drive closes road in Larrabee State Park

There is no estimated time for reopening.