Local
1 year ago
Local voter’s guide and ballots have been mailed out in preparation for August primary election

Ballots must be postmarked or placed in drop boxes around the county

Local
1 year ago
New wildfire forces closure of North Cascades Highway

The Easy Fire kicked off on Wednesday evening and is currently burning around 100 acres.

Crime
1 year ago
Man impersonates WDFW employee, steals boat motors totaling nearly $60,000

The man faces upwards of 10 years in prison and a $20,000 fine for each felony count.

Outdoors
1 year ago
Crabbing season returns to Whatcom County waters

The Department of Fish and Wildlife has some reminders for crabbers as they launch into the summer season.

Local
1 year ago
Dry weather conditions in Whatcom County spark a Red Flag Warning

The National Weather Service predicts that dry summer temperatures may bring some serious heat and fire danger to the Cascades.

Health and Wellness
1 year ago
Whatcom County launches new website to increase health data accessibility

This new website shows local statistics on a range of topics including county demographics, health care and more.

Local
1 year ago
Growing Pioneer Fire prompts evacuation orders on north shore of Lake Chelan

Firefighters are also on the ground working on fire lines and fire suppression and helicopters are dumping buckets of water on the fire.

Crime
1 year ago
BRIEF: Man arrested following suspected DUI crash near Everson

The driver was booked into the Whatcom County Jail after his release from the hospital.

Local
1 year ago
Mayor Kim Lund announces two new city deputy administrators

Mayor Lund says both additions will focus on working across departments to increase collaboration within the city.

Crime
1 year ago
Bellingham City Council members mull over locked mailbox proposal

Councilmembers will vote on the ordinance at their next committee of the whole meeting.