Government
4 months ago
Washington joins multistate federal lawsuit for withholding $7 billion in formula grants

The federal government was supposed to award grants beginning July 1, but just a day before, the states received notice from the government that this funding was to be reviewed.

Traffic
4 months ago
WSDOT seeks community feedback on repaving of Guide Meridian

SR 539, or the Guide Meridian, will be repaved from its intersection with I-5 to the Canadian border in 2027.

Local
4 months ago
Skagit Valley farmworker rights activist “Lelo” granted request for voluntary departure

Alfredo “Lelo” Juarez Zeferino will be returning to Mexico after being detained by ICE since March of this year.

Weather
4 months ago
WEATHER: Temperatures rise around the Bellingham area, moderate heat warning in effect

Residents are reminded to practice heat safety by staying hydrated, not to grill near dry vegetation and to never leave people or pets in a locked vehicle. 

Government
4 months ago
Bellingham City Council discusses draft of new ordinance in support of LGBTQ+ community

The ordinance would create a new chapter of the city’s municipal code, if approved.

Government
4 months ago
Oregon Rep. Maxine Dexter visits ICE facility in Ferndale

She received information earlier this week that a mother from Honduras and her four children, who are U.S. citizens, were detained by ICE officials at the Peace Arch border crossing on June 28.

Crime
4 months ago
Man in custody following attempted arson in Skagit County

Sedro-Woolley Police say that a person inside the residence called 911 after the suspect tried to stab them Tuesday morning.

Government
4 months ago
AG Brown attempts to stop sales of machine gun converters in Washington state

AG Brown says the devices are being found more frequently on weapons used in mass shootings and other crimes. 

Traffic
4 months ago
BRIEF: Lakeway Drive offramp, right lane on I-5 closed Sunday night for maintenance

Drivers are urged to seek alternate routes during the closure and to drive safely while crews work in the area. 

Traffic
4 months ago
Bike lanes in downtown Bellingham to see safety improvements in coming weeks

Lane closures will occur while crews work to update the bike lanes, so drivers are advised to expect traffic delays.

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