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2 weeks ago

22-year-old dies while snowboarding out of bounds at Mt. Baker Ski Area

A cause of death has not been determined, but the victim's family has set up a GoFundMe to cover funeral expenses.

2 weeks ago

Additional disaster aid now available to those affected by December flooding

Residents can apply online via the Salvation Army website, by phone or in person at a Disaster Assistance Center.

2 weeks ago

WSDOT to close left lane on NB I-5 in Bellingham this week

BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Be aware of some lane closures this week on I-5. WSDOT is closing the left lane…

2 weeks ago

Mount Vernon Police ends search for missing woman

According to police, the woman may have been experiencing a mental health crisis at the time of her disappearance.

2 weeks ago

New details emerge following City of Bellingham’s use of AI

VertexOne's contract bid was $1 million more than Origin SmartCity, who came in second in the city's ranking system.

2 weeks ago

Search continues for missing Lynden man near Nooksack River

Anyone with information on the disappearance of 61-year-old Richard Rutledge is asked to call 911.

2 weeks ago

Cascades expected to get 2 to 4 feet of snow this week

NWS warns that travel over the mountains could be difficult to impossible.

3 weeks ago

Burn ban lifted for Columbia Valley in Whatcom County

Forecasters are warning residents in the area to be cautious in order to prevent another burn ban in the near future. 

3 weeks ago

Coastal flooding expected in Whatcom, San Juan counties this weekend

The flood could reach up to three feet above ground level on Sunday morning.

3 weeks ago

Canadian woman accused of assaulting border patrol agent in Blaine

The woman is facing two charges in federal court after the FBI says she kicked a supervisor in the face.

3 weeks ago

Skagit County residents invited to attend candidate interviews for next commissioner

Three finalists are vying to replace Lisa Janicki, who began her retirement on Friday.

3 weeks ago

Officials review world record polar plunge attempt in Birch Bay

The Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce says that they'll continue to provide updates on the record verification process in the coming weeks. 

3 weeks ago

Bellingham man arrested after allegedly stabbing passerby with a pocketknife

He remains at the Whatcom County Jail without bail.

3 weeks ago

Whatcom County Executive Sidhu suspends emergency repair permit fees for flood victims

Fees for natural resource activity and on-site sewage permits are also waived.

3 weeks ago

Portion of North Cascades Highway reopened west of Winthrop

WSDOT says the road is once again open for recreation after a two-week closure.

3 weeks ago

Lifestyle Lookout: Mount Baker, Local Seafood, Improv and Live Music

Our first Lifestyle Lookout of the new year features plenty of activities in Whatcom County to nourish mind, body and spirit.

3 weeks ago

King tides, strong winds and steady rain forecast for Whatcom County’s first weekend of 2026

Mt. Baker Ski Area could get more than a foot of new snow.

3 weeks ago

Flood recovery support from Healthy Children’s Fund available to Whatcom County families with young children

The county council voted unanimously on Tuesday to release up to $750,000 from the fund.

3 weeks ago

Air quality alert issued for Maple Falls

WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Upgraded air quality alerts have been issued for Maple Falls and the surrounding area. The…

3 weeks ago

State warns against harassment, threats against Somali community amid FBI’s daycare investigation

Some members of Washington's Somali community say they're being targeted due to the alleged fraud scheme involving taxpayer funds.

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