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3 weeks ago
Bellingham man sentenced for stabbing former roommate near downtown
A second attacker was sentenced in November.
3 weeks ago
Bellingham Public Schools to cut roughly 60 positions, won’t close elementary schools in 2026
The district says it's facing a $7.5 million budget deficit for the next school year.
3 weeks ago
Bellingham Public Schools outlines change due to declining enrollment
My Bellingham Now previously reported that the district considered consolidating some elementary schools in an effort to save money, but those changes likely won't occur within the next academic year.
3 weeks ago
Allegiant to continue service at Bellingham International Airport amid crew base closure
BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Changes are on the horizon for some airline staff at Bellingham International Airport. The Port of…
3 weeks ago
Skagit County approves relicensing agreement with Seattle City Light
Under the proposed settlement, City Light would pledge nearly $980 million to build fish passage over the dams it operates.
3 weeks ago
Hovander Park in Ferndale reopens after second flood-related closure
Parkgoers are urged to respect any closure signs and to stay out of work areas.
3 weeks ago
UPDATE: Winter weather advisory shortened for Cascades in Whatcom, Skagit counties
Mount Baker could get up to 8 inches of snow.
3 weeks ago
Crews continue to clear debris on NB I-5 south of Bellingham, still no timeline for reopening
WSDOT says there haven't been any impacts to SB I-5, but travelers may notice some temporary fencing as a precaution to keep more rocks from reaching the road.
3 weeks ago
Portion of Everson Goshen Road to close this week
Crews will be repairing road shoulders in the area from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
4 weeks ago
Diesel fuel prices reach record high in Whatcom County amid national spike
The average price for regular gas is about 25 cents off from the county's all-time high.
4 weeks ago
Co-founder of Bellingham Naked Bike Ride arrested on suspicion of possessing explicit images of children
Zachary Robertson has pleaded not guilty to all charges and has a trial scheduled for late April.
4 weeks ago
Award-winning pizza, wine shop in downtown Bellingham closes
The pizza and wine spot garnered high praise in less than two years after opening.
4 weeks ago
Deadline extended to apply for state aid from December flooding
Affected households could be eligible for up to $1,100 to cover urgent needs.
4 weeks ago
Gov. Ferguson signs “Millionaire’s Tax” into Washington state law
Critics argue that the bill's passage could open the doors for a broader income tax for the rest of the state.
4 weeks ago
State sues Kalshi, alleges illegal gambling
The AG's Office says the platform poses as an illegal gambling outlet, despite branding itself as a prediction market.
4 weeks ago
New report finds gender wage gap is wider in northwest Washington
According to the report, women earn 69 cents for every dollar paid to men in WA's 2nd congressional district.
4 weeks ago
North Whatcom Fire and Rescue to re-run levy lid lift on August ballot
It's the fire district's fourth attempt at upgrading its services to meet the growing demands of the public.
4 weeks ago
Severe weather shelter in Bellingham to stay open through the summer
The county-run space will serve as a respite during extreme heat or poor air quality conditions.
4 weeks ago
Judge dismisses former Bellingham police officers’ lawsuit over COVID vaccine
The two officers were fired in 2021 after their exemption request from the vaccine was denied.
4 weeks ago
Two Seattle men arrested in connection to Whatcom County drug ring
The Sheriff's Office expects more arrests to follow in the investigation.
