Government
9 months ago
Several proposed bills pushed aside in Olympia, including a new state flag

The dead bills have bit the dust as the final day for fiscal bills approaches on Feb. 28.

Government
9 months ago
Lawmakers in Olympia discuss bill to add passenger-only ferry fleet in Washington

If passed, the bill would establish a so-called “mosquito ferry fleet” that would comprise of passenger-only ferries.

Crime
9 months ago
Two suspected fentanyl dealers arrested in Bellingham following months-long investigation

The two were pulled over in Bellingham and deputies found roughly a kilo of fentanyl powder inside a suitcase.

Local Sports
9 months ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 2/24/25

First-round matchups are set for the eight Whatcom County teams that are moving on to the state basketball tournament.

Business
9 months 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.

Education
9 months ago
Whatcom Community College to bring on new president in May

The new president will take over for Dr. Kathi Hiyane-Brown, who is set to retire on March 1 following 18 years with the college.

Government
9 months ago
U.S. Forest Service workers worry about upcoming fire season as layoff notices increase

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, which oversees the Forest Service, said President Trump ordered about 2,000 probationary, non-firefighting employees to be fired for efficiency’s sake.

Local
9 months ago
Fake social media account trolls Bellingham city councilmember on YouTube

The fake account posted inflammatory comments under the councilmember’s name.

Local Sports
9 months ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 2/21/25

The 3x defending state champion Lynden boys are fighting to keep their season alive tomorrow night on KGMI.

Education
9 months ago
Western Washington University reacts to Trump administration’s directive to end DEI programs

The U.S. Dept. of Education says any schools that are found to be out of compliance with the order by the end of the February could lose federal funding.

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