Local
2 years ago
Portion of North Cascades Highway reopens as the “Easy Fire” continues to burn

The fire is burning around 300 acres as of Thursday afternoon and is currently 0% contained.

Local
2 years ago
Thousands of community leaders across the country back Whatcom County’s urge to declare national fentanyl emergency

The National Association of Counties unanimously approved a resolution proposed by the county council.

Local
2 years 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
2 years 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
2 years 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
2 years 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
2 years 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
2 years 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
2 years 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
2 years 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.