Government
9 months ago
State senators in Olympia debate bill targeting drivers fleeing police

The bill is being praised by law enforcement agencies around the state, but some prosecutors argue that the process of getting the vehicle out of the pound may be too complex.

Local
9 months ago
Hundreds gather in protest against Trump administration in downtown Bellingham

Upwards of 300 people showed their frustrations with the Trump administration and Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) outside the Federal Building on Monday, Feb. 17.

Northwest Sports
9 months ago
WWU women clinch postseason spot during Mark Scholten Night

Late KPUG broadcaster Mark Scholten was honored before the WWU women’s basketball team beat Alaska Fairbanks 68-50.

Environmental
9 months ago
New orca calf joins Southern Resident pod, spotted west of San Juan Island

The Center for Whale Research first spotted J62 at the beginning of January, bringing the total population of the pod to 26.

Local
9 months ago
Assault charges against Lynden City Councilmember have been dropped

The councilmember was previously accused of assaulting a family member, however as of Feb. 12 court documents state that the charge was dismissed.

Local
9 months ago
Habitat for Humanity in Whatcom County receives $1 million CHIP grant

The grant, offered through the Washington State Department of Commerce was sourced from the department’s Connecting Housing to Infrastructure Program.

Local
9 months ago
Bellingham City Council approves 66-acre land purchase on Samish Crest near Lake Padden

The new property will connect city-owned spaces to advance its goal of building a north-south trail connection between Whatcom Falls Park and Lake Padden Park.

Crime
9 months ago
UPDATE: Bellingham Police arrest shooting suspect after pursuit

He faces numerous charges, including robbery, assault, and resisting arrest.

Crime
9 months ago
Bellingham Police seek community help to search for suspect involved in shooting

Detectives say the man is connected to a shooting in the 3200 block of W. Maplewood that happened on Tuesday, Feb. 11.

Government
9 months ago
U.S. Representative Rick Larsen to hold virtual town hall on Feb. 15

Visit the link on Larsen’s website to watch the meeting live, or call (855) 962-0954 to listen in.