County departments had been warned of layoffs and budget cuts earlier this year.
22-year-old Sir-Terrique Milam received the most prison time of the five members of the drug ring that have been sentenced so far.
Health officials say the illnesses are all linked to Evergreen Fresh Broccoli Sprouts, a company based in Idaho.
Murray was joined by a roundtable of business owners, commercial fishermen and maritime workforce leadership to discuss the impacts of recent policy changes on the industry.
City officials say more than half of Bellingham residents rent their homes.
Whatcom County saw 40% more ballots were rejected due to a late postmark in this year’s primary election than in 2024.
The man was reported missing Wednesday morning.
38-year-old James Singleton will spend 17 years in prison for killing 74-year-old Nolan Dennett in June 2024.
Former City of Bellingham employees and contractors argue the mandate violated their constitutional rights.
Several school districts in Skagit County were also among the recipients.