Crime
1 week ago
Sedro-Woolley man sentenced to 10 years in prison following fatal DUI crash in Everson

The crash killed an 11-year-old and injured three others inside the car.

Local
1 week ago
Western Washington University extends contract for President Randhawa

Randhawa became Western’s 14th president when he took over for Bruce Shepard in 2016.

Lifestyle
1 week ago
Staff Picks: Where to see the leaves change colors in Northwest Washington

From local trails to local parks, the newsroom has compiled their favorite spots to see the leaves changing this fall.

Crime
1 week ago
Bellingham Police investigating shooting death near Guide Meridian

Anyone who may have witnessed the shooting or has any information is asked to contact the Bellingham Police Tipline at (360) 778-8611 or online

Local
1 week ago
Whatcom County puts $3.6 million grant towards new housing options in Bellingham

The new housing will be part of Lake Whatcom Center’s new Lincoln Street development.

Government
1 week ago
Skagit County debates creating new sales tax towards public safety.

If approved, the sales tax would go into effect on March 15, 2026, and cost $1 per $100 purchase made in the county.

Traffic
1 week ago
Road construction in Ferndale may cause delays this week

Road crews will be working to reconstruct portions of some Ferndale roads.

Government
1 week ago
Bellingham City Council adopts plan to combat invasive freshwater mussels

Bellingham’s council adopted the plan and Whatcom County Council as well as the Lake Whatcom Water and District Commissioners will vote on the plan in the coming weeks. 

Weather
1 week ago
WEATHER: Rain and windy conditions in the forecast for Whatcom County

The first of two storm systems will hit the region on Wednesday, with winds reaching upwards of 35 mph.