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Health and Wellness
1 month ago
Governor announces statewide burn ban, declares state of emergency over wildfires

The statewide ban does not supersede Whatcom County’s current Stage 2 burn ban.

Environmental
1 month ago
Wildfires across WA fueled by dry weekend weather, winds

The state’s largest wildfire has burned well over 100,000 acres so far.

Environmental
1 month ago
Washington state fires destroy hundreds of structures and force Spokane-area residents to evacuate

The fires were among dozens of wildfires across the Western U.S. that stretched the ability of federal, state and local agencies to fight them.

Weather
2 months ago
‘Extreme’ risk of dangerous fire conditions in central, eastern WA Saturday

High temperatures and strong winds could make existing wildfires spread unpredictably.

Trending
2 months ago
Seattle police chief resigns under pressure from mayor over response to festival shooting

After an initial social media post announcing that there had been a shooting with multiple victims, it took nearly five hours for police to provide any additional information to the public, including whether there was any ongoing threat.

Government
2 months ago
ACLU files federal claim over family’s detention in Blaine

The civil rights organization says the asylum-seeking family was subjected to extreme heat and unsafe conditions.

Environmental
2 months ago
Wildfires in North Cascades, Okanogan County grow

Fire officials say dry conditions and shifting winds are likely to drive further fire growth.

Government
2 months ago
Nick Brown challenges planned significant energy rate increases

The office of the state Attorney General issued a testimony asking shareholders in Puget Sound Energy to pay more.

Community Events
2 months ago
Ethan Hunger breaks triathlon world record in food bank fundraiser

The Bellingham real estate agent says his annual endurance challenges have raised over $1 million over the past six years.

Crime
2 months ago
WSP arrests lake-jumping suspect on stolen motorcycle

Video shows the suspect attempting to flee even as the bike starts having mechanical issues.

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