Local
2 years ago
Rock climber rescued from great heights on Larrabee Park cliff face

The climber was uninjured and between 17 and 20 responders helped them down.

Local
2 years ago
All levies set to pass; bonds to fail: Whatcom Special Election 2024

The voter turnout for this special election was just under 38% of all registered voters.

Local
2 years ago
BRIEF: Rent increase cap bill passes House just before hearing deadline

The bill would limit late fees to 1.5% of monthly rent too.

Crime
2 years ago
BREAKING: Sibling shoots child in Whatcom County home

Deputies say they were told the shooting was accidental

Lifestyle
2 years ago
NWS: Snowpack in Cascades just fifty percent of normal

Event organizers including Ski To Sea are also taking note of the situation.

Crime
2 years ago
Man arrested in connection to 2022 fentanyl overdose death

The victim’s mother contacted police after finding incriminating conversations on her daughter’s phone.

Local
2 years ago
BRIEF: Car thefts are trending towards decline in Whatcom County

Other crimes in the county have also seen notable declines including vandalism.

Community Events
2 years ago
Lawmakers from 42nd district hosting townhall

It is the legislator’s first town hall of the 2024 legislative session which runs from Jan. 8 to March 7.

Local
2 years ago
ELECTION UPDATE: All levies now passing in Whatcom County

The next ballot count will be released at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 15.

National
2 years ago
Bubonic plague cases reported in Oregon, kills pet cat

The Bubonic plague is the most common plague and infects mammals through flea bites.