Health and Wellness
1 year ago
Whooping Cough rates rise in Whatcom County

Taking preventative measures like washing hands, covering your cough or sneezes and staying home if you feel sick can help slow the spread of illnesses.

Crime
1 year ago
Teen boy faces charges for the death of five family members east of Seattle

The hearing has been ordered for June 4, and the teen will enter a plea at that time. 

Government
1 year ago
Rick Larsen joins local leaders at opioid bill introduction event in Bellingham

Representatives from around Washington spoke about new legislation and ongoing efforts to combat the opioid crisis.

Health and Wellness
1 year ago
E. coli outbreak tied to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders makes its way to Washington state

Early reports from the CDC indicate that onions may have caused the outbreak, though the cause is still under investigation.

Crime
1 year ago
California man found guilty of sexual assault on flight to Seattle

Sentencing for the man has been set for Jan. 21.

Community Events
1 year ago
Local authorities to participate in National Drug Takeback Day

Discard old medications at one of four collection sites in Whatcom County.

Community Events
1 year ago
City of Bellingham and NSEA seek volunteers to help improve Whatcom Falls Park

In honor of Make a Difference Day, the park will get a habitat face lift on Oct. 26 with the help of Whatcom County locals.

Local
1 year ago
Uncertain future of Rainier Avenue Bridge looms as residents battle with City of Bellingham

The Rainier Avenue Bridge connects nearly a dozen homes to the rest of the city, and its future is uncertain.

Weather
1 year ago
High winds forecasted for Whatcom County this weekend

Winds are forecasted to peak on Friday night.

Crime
1 year ago
Two suspects taken into custody in connection to downtown Bellingham drug dealing operation

Whatcom County Sheriff’s and the Whatcom Gang and Drug Task Force had been investigating one of the suspects since the summer.