×
National
1 year ago
Rep. Larsen introduces measure to combat Trump Administration tariffs

There’s currently a blanket 10% tariff on all U.S. imports, along with more significant tariffs on dozens of the country’s key trading partners.

Business
1 year ago
Whatcom County businesses suffer from drop in border crossing numbers

Southbound border crossings by B.C. residents have fallen more than 50% over the first eight days of April compared to the same time last year.

Business
2 years ago
Mortgage lender Rocket to acquire Seattle-based Redfin

The companies’ board of directors have already approved the transaction, though Redfin shareholders still have to sign off on the sale.

Farm
2 years ago
Threat of ICE arrests creates culture of fear among farm workers in Whatcom County

Local farmers are warning that our food system is being threatened by a mishandling of the federal crackdown on immigration.

Business
2 years ago
JOANN stores to close across the country including Bellingham location

The retailer is shutting down their remaining U.S. store location after over 80 years in business.

Local Sports
2 years ago
Fans in Montreal loudly boo US anthem prior to Americans’ 4 Nations Face-Off game vs. Canada

Team USA beat Canada 3-1 and will play in the final on Thursday, Feb. 20.

Government
2 years ago
Threat of looming trade war with Canada could have negative impacts across Whatcom County

President Trump’s announcement of a potential 25% tax on all imported Canadian goods could directly impact Whatcom County businesses.

National
2 years ago
Teen who called in bomb threat to Anacortes High School in 2022 sentenced to time in prison

The 18-year-old from California will spend four years in prison for making interstate threats to injure people across the U.S.

Government
2 years ago
Attorney General Nick Brown warns federal employees of misleading worker buyout

Two of the largest federal employee unions in the country warned their members against accepting the offer, one saying that employees that take the offer may not be guaranteed its benefits.

Business
2 years ago
Amtrak sees rider increase in service through Bellingham

Amtrak saw a nearly 15% increase nationally and a 40% increase in their Cascades route between 2023 and 2024.

1 9 10 11 12 13 20