Local
3 years ago
Suspect arrested for attempted arson near Bellingham airport

The suspect remains in the Whatcom County Jail, where he also faces several misdemeanor charges in previous crimes.

Local
3 years ago
Two men arrested for pistol whipping victim in Bellingham

The suspects were booked into the Whatcom County Jail on assault charges.

Local
3 years ago
Marijuana sales drop in Washington state

But the board says last years’ $515 million in legal sales were still the most of any year other than 2021.

Local
3 years ago
County health department announces name change

Director Erika Lautenbach said that the name change recognizes the increase in community-based services within the department.

Local
3 years ago
Whatcom County ranks high for fire-related fatalities

Only King County had the same number of deaths occur during that time.

Local
3 years ago
Late fees returning for unpaid tolls in Washington

Penalties and late fees were put on hold in June of 2021.

Lifestyle
3 years ago
Junior Ski to Sea set to return this year

Registration opened on Wednesday, February 1st, with a cost of $140 per team.

Local
3 years ago
High winds could knock out power in Whatcom County

Forecasts say that we could see gusts up to 60 mph in western Whatcom County and San Juan County. 

Local
3 years ago
Whatcom County getting grant money to make roads safer

The funding comes from the Safer Streets and Roads for All initiative established by the federal infrastructure law passed in 2021.

Local
3 years ago
Whatcom County sees massive spike in illegal fentanyl pills

Fentanyl pills are often trafficked as counterfeit pain pills and are sold on the street to unsuspecting users.