Local
3 months ago
Former WWU police officer under formal state level investigation

The former officer was fired from the university in 2024 after assaulting a suspect in handcuffs.

Weather
3 months ago
Atmospheric river, windy conditions in forecast for Halloween in Bellingham

Winds could reach up to 55 mph this weekend, with rainy conditions forecast for much of Whatcom and Skagit Counties.

Government
3 months ago
Skagit County names new director of public health

The new director previously served as the director of strategic initiatives within the Commissioner’s Office. 

Local
3 months ago
WSDOT to decide to relocate or demolish famed Bellingham graffiti rock

My Bellingham Now previously reported that two private property owners expressed interest in acquiring the rock while keeping it publicly accessible.

Health and Wellness
3 months ago
Cheese from Ferndale creamery linked to E. coli outbreak

Anyone who purchased the impacted cheeses is asked to throw them away and to sanitize any surfaces they may have touched.

Government
3 months ago
Local and state leaders call for lower legal threshold for impaired driving in Washington

It comes as more than half of the fatal crashes in Washington between 2017 and 2021 involved impaired drivers.

Government
3 months ago
Dept. of Health receives additional funding for food assistance program in Washington

According to the DOH, nearly 5,000 Whatcom County residents received support from the program last year. 

Health and Wellness
3 months ago
Health insurance costs rise in 2026 as open enrollment begins next week

Open enrollment begins on Nov. 1 for residents who do not get their health insurance through an employer, spouse or government program.

Local
3 months ago
Lynden narrows search for new chief of police, community invited to meet final candidates

Each candidate will give a brief overview of their career and experience before community members have a chance to give their feedback at the end of the event.

Weather
3 months ago
Gale warning issued for San Juan Islands, high winds hit western Whatcom County

Residents in impacted areas are urged to secure loose outdoor objects and secure any vessels on the water.

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