Local
1 year ago
City council declares opioid and synthetic drug crisis in Bellingham

The Whatcom County Council and Lummi Nation have issued similar orders that declared a state of emergency over fentanyl.

Health and Wellness
1 year ago
Swimming advisory in place at Boulevard Park and Taylor Dock

The advisory is specifically for the southern end of the park near Taylor Dock

Local Sports
1 year ago
Tucupita Marcano becomes first active MLB player banned for gambling since 1924

Marcano was the first active major leaguer banned for life under the sport’s gambling provision since New York Giants outfielder Jimmy O’Connell in 1924.

Local
1 year ago
Electric Avenue bridge closed for two weeks due to “critical structural issues”

Although the bridge is closed to vehicle traffic, pedestrian and bike traffic will remain open. 

Local Sports
1 year ago
Whatcom youth soccer sees turmoil over admin decisions

Families, players and coaches have criticized the decision to cut a team.

Crime
1 year ago
New police pursuit law in effect in early June

The initiative was approved by state lawmakers in April 2024 after it gathered more than 400,000 signatures. 

Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 6/3/24

WWU’s rowing team are national champions.

Weather
1 year ago
WEATHER: Atmospheric river continues across Whatcom County, high winds forecasted through Tuesday

An atmospheric river is forecasted to bring up to two inches of rain to parts of Whatcom County over the next day.

Local
1 year ago
BNSF inspection closing lanes on Main Street in Ferndale

Pack your patience if you drive through the area and slow down so crews can safely do their work.