Local
1 year ago
Cause of Custer train derailment released, no injuries reported

BNSF says no injuries were reported and there was no damage to its main line.

Outdoors
1 year ago
Whatcom County burn ban to take effect in July

Recreational fires will still be allowed, though they must meet certain requirements.

Local
1 year ago
Heritage Flight Museum reopens to honor late astronaut William Anders

The museum, founded by Anders, will be open to the public for free for this period of time.

Local
1 year ago
Electric Avenue bridge partially reopens with one-lane traffic

Planning and funding efforts are underway for a full bridge reconstruction project.

Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 6/11/24

Cal Raleigh hit a walk off grand slam to cap off a late-game rally for the Mariners.

Outdoors
1 year ago
Shellfish harvesting closed on parts of Washington coast, FDA announces new warnings

Whatcom County’s harvesting areas were shut down by state health officials on May 24.

Local
1 year ago
Whatcom County Council proposes new options for homeless shelter capacity

The Whatcom County Council continues to discuss new ways to expand homeless shelters across the county.

Crime
1 year ago
Man arrested in connection to attempted arson at north Bellingham apartment

He remains at the Whatcom County Jail on $75,000 bail.

Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 6/10/24

WWU’s historic softball team is being honored by the Seattle Mariners this week.

Crime
1 year ago
Man arrested for first-degree murder, suspected of attacking victim using hammer

Police were called to the scene at Old Samish Road Thursday.