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Education
4 days ago
WWU achieves top spot in new regional school ranking

The university was also recognized for its accessibility to veterans and ranked well in comparison to other schools in the western U.S.

Local
5 days ago
Missing person alert issued for teen last seen in Ferndale

Anyone with information regarding Mervine is asked to contact 911 or Lummi Police.

Crime
5 days ago
Sex offender sentenced two years after Sudden Valley assault

The assault occurred in 2024 after the victim met the suspect on social media.

National
5 days ago
Bellingham joins lawsuit against Trump Administration over grant requirements

The city claims grant funds are illegally hinging on its compliance with the president’s political agenda.

Education
5 days ago
Social media speculation prompts statement from Bellingham Public Schools

Concerns over school closures and building tours led to Tuesday’s statement.

Health and Wellness
5 days ago
Generic medication settlement to benefit WA residents, businesses

Lawsuits have accused several companies of artificially inflating generic medication prices.

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Business
5 days ago
Whatcom County’s unemployment rate rises nearly a full a percentage point in August

The spike came as the increase in unemployed residents outpaced the county’s job gains.

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Outdoors
5 days ago
State DNR waives access fees for Public Lands Day

It’s one of 12 annual free days at State Parks and lands managed by DNR and WDFW.

Entertainment
6 days ago
State Street to close for filming a major motion picture

The movie has not been named, though several casting calls for extras have become active.

Traffic
6 days ago
Tanker overturns in south Bellingham, blocks road for hours

None of the liquid nitrogen spilled, and no injuries were reported. Power was restored and roads reopened around 9:30 p.m.