Crime
1 year ago
Families of Beyond Wonderland shooting victims file wrongful death suit

Engaged couple Josilyn Ruiz and Brandy Escamilla of Seattle were shot at the Gorge amphitheater campgrounds in June 2023. They later died from their injuries.

Education
1 year ago
WWU receives millions in funds for new STEM labs

The facility receiving the labs, named Kaiser Borsari Hall, is currently under construction on the south end of Western’s campus.

Crime
1 year ago
Seattle area man pleads guilty to airplane sexual harassment

The man eluded police and was found by the FBI this February.

Local
1 year ago
Campaign launched for Galbraith biking trail honoring Harris Avenue Cafe’s owner

Nate Breaux was known as a mountain biking enthusiast that often shared his expertise with others.

Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 4/12/24

One of WWU’s most prominent athletes is leaving Bellingham.

Education
1 year ago
Whatcom Community College president to retire after 17 years

The president of WCC has announced her retirement after 17 years of leadership.

Business
1 year ago
Tulip Festival brings colorful flowers, events and experiences to the Skagit Valley

Green stems and colorful bulbs are in full bloom at this year’s Tulip Festival.

Local Sports
1 year ago
Kraken defense struggles in loss to Sharks

The Sharks spoiled Seattle’s final home game of the season, taking advantage of two defensive breakdowns by the Kraken.

Local
1 year ago
BRIEF: Port of Bellingham installs osprey nesting platform

The Port said it collaborated with the local birding community to design the platform.

Features
1 year ago
FEATURE: ‘It feels like people are ready to exhale:’ Change evident in downtown Bellingham after opening period of executive order

Downtown community sees beginning stages of safety overhaul as effects of pandemic linger