Local
1 year ago
Whatcom County report features new data on homelessness, housing affordability

The new report shows that rates of homelessness in Whatcom County are rising at about the same rate as others are finding permanent shelter. It also found that the amount of people experiencing homelessness has stayed fairly consistent over the past year. 

Education
1 year ago
The 2024-2025 school year begins across Whatcom County

The state superintendent issued a PSA reminding drivers to drive with caution near school busses this school year.

Crime
1 year ago
Ferndale mother sentenced to four years in prison after child’s overdose death

The woman will spend four years in prison after pleading guilty to manslaughter in the death of her daughter.

Elections
1 year ago
Trump owes Whatcom County over $50k from 2016 Lynden rally expenses

The county has not heard back after asking Trump’s campaign to reimburse the county for security costs during his rally at the Lynden Fairgrounds in May of 2016.

Local Sports
1 year ago
Randy Arozarena hits a 3-run homer against his former team as the Mariners top the Rays 5-1

Bryce Miller (10-7) retired the side in order in five of his seven innings.

Government
1 year ago
City of Bellingham workers union raises awareness to wage bargaining

The union, Local 1937, represents non-uniformed city employees in departments like parks, public works and libraries.

Local
1 year ago
Human remains found near tent of missing hiker in North Cascades National Park

Park officials are working to recover and identify the remains over the next few days.

Crime
1 year ago
Suspect shares what led to shooting in Bellingham road rage incident

The victim underwent surgery, and the extent of his injuries are unknown.

Local
1 year ago
City of Bellingham looks to decrease bike theft with new bike storage lockers

The city says it has seen rising demand for secure bike storage after the 182 bike thefts that were reported in 2023.

Local Sports
1 year ago
Bryan Woo shines, Mariners beat Giants 4-3 on Sunday

SEATTLE (AP) — Bryan Woo pitched seven strong innings, and the Seattle Mariners capitalized […]