Local
1 year ago
Troopers ask for help locating at-risk Anacortes woman

Smith was last seen in Anacortes on June 23.

Lifestyle
1 year ago
On Tap: Beer of Choice

On the second anniversary of the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade, Otherlands Beer in Bellingham hosted a Beer of Choice release party to raise money for reproductive health.

Local
1 year ago
REMINDER: Whatcom County burn ban takes effect July 1

The restrictions are expected to remain in effect through September 14, but the end date could be extended depending on weather conditions.

Features
1 year ago
Heritage Flight Museum preserves legacy of late founder and space exploration icon

Bill Anders and his wife Valerie founded the museum in Bellingham in 1996, and it remains open after moving to Burlington.

Local
1 year ago
UPDATE: Missing man found after search by local law enforcement

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact What-Comm dispatch or submit an online tip.

Crime
1 year ago
Tentative trial date set for University of Idaho murder suspect

Prosecutors said they will seek the death penalty if Kohberger is convicted.

Crime
1 year ago
Bellingham man back in custody following high-speed chase in north Bellingham

The man was taken back into custody and booked on additional charges after fleeing from police while temporarily released from jail.

Crime
1 year ago
WWU Police investigating break-in and burglary at nearby construction site

Anyone who sees suspicious activity in the construction area or anywhere else on campus is asked to call university police at 360-650-3555 or 9-1-1.

Local
1 year ago
State Attorney General’s Office to launch hate crime hotline in three Washington counties

The program will start as a pilot program in King, Clark and Spokane counties and will expand to the rest of the state by the end of 2026.

Local
1 year ago
Owner of sunken ship off San Juan Island fined over diesel leak in Salish Sea

The boat owner has 30 days to appeal the penalty.