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1 week ago

Whatcom County Sheriff’s deputies help locate missing Orcas Island man

The man was reported missing Wednesday morning.

1 week ago

Gloria Steinem, a potent voice of US feminism and co-founder of Ms. Magazine, dies at 92

Gloria Steinem, the celebrated author and activist who became one of the most visible symbols and potent voices of the U.S. women's movement and a fierce advocate for feminist causes for over six decades, has died. She was 92.

1 week ago

Supreme Court to decide on hearing COVID-19 vaccine mandate case in Bellingham

Former City of Bellingham employees and contractors argue the mandate violated their constitutional rights.

1 week ago

WWU, Ferndale School District receive state grants to improve energy efficiency

Several school districts in Skagit County were also among the recipients.

1 week ago

Blaine Harbor cleanup project on hold due to funding issue

The site is considered "shovel-ready" for cleanup.

1 week ago

Pet food recall impacting products for cats, dogs

A regional pet food producer issued the recall late last week.

1 week ago

Tiger Woods pleads no contest to reckless driving charge over rollover crash in Florida

Tiger Woods pleaded no contest to a reckless driving charge Wednesday following a rollover crash in March near his home in Florida where he initially was accused of driving under the influence.

1 week ago

Skagit County updates burn ban

A statewide burn ban on yard debris remains in effect through the month.

1 week ago

Five more counties added to wildfire declaration list

It comes a day after the IRS granted other hard-hit counties an extension on some taxes.

1 week ago

Jury convicts a man of first-degree murder for the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur

A jury found Duane "Keffe D" Davis guilty of orchestrating the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur, finally bringing a measure of resolution to a case that had gripped hip-hop fans and lingered in the public imagination for decades.

2 weeks ago

Voluntary recall issued for rice sold at some WA grocery stores

Over 27,000 bags of rice are impacted by the nationwide recall.

2 weeks ago

Hatchery Chinook return to Bellingham Bay

Annual salmon run brings fish back to Bellingham Bay and Maritime Heritage Park, supporting orcas and local fisheries.

2 weeks ago

IRS granting tax relief to WA counties scorched by wildfires

Seven counties and three tribal nations are included in the tax exemption.

2 weeks ago

Ferndale City Council to vote on public safety sales tax at next meeting

Bellingham, Lynden and Whatcom County have all approved the 0.1% tax, which doesn't require a public vote.

2 weeks ago

Closing arguments to begin in trial of man accused of orchestrating Tupac Shakur killing

Closing arguments are scheduled Monday in one of hip-hop's most anticipated trials for the man accused of orchestrating the death of Tupac Shakur. Duane "Keffe D" Davis, 63, faces a single count of murder with a deadly weapon with the intent to promote, further or assist a criminal gang in the killing of Shakur in Las Vegas nearly 30 years ago.

2 weeks ago

More storms possible at Grand Canyon where a flash flood killed at least 2 people, others missing

At least two bodies have been recovered since a major flash flood swept through the Grand Canyon, park officials said Monday, as search and recovery efforts continued for about 15 people still missing.

2 weeks ago

Challenge on ballot language for tax repeal initiative heads to WA Supreme Court

The disclosure tells voters the measure to repeal the Millionaire's Tax would reduce funding for K-12 education, higher education and human services.

2 weeks ago

Nashville’s airport would be renamed for Dolly Parton under Tennessee governor’s proposal

Nashville International Airport would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal announced Friday by Tennessee's governor.

2 weeks ago

Two Bellingham authors announced as finalists for Washington State Book Awards

Rena Priest and Cori Winrock are both finalists in the creative nonfiction and memoir category.

2 weeks ago

Beats on the Bay moves final performance on land

The Community Boating Center says it's looking to address a host of safety issues during the event.

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13 hours ago in Government, Lifestyle, Local, Outdoors, Trending

Burn ban downgraded in Whatcom County

Bellingham's total burn ban is still in effect. Be sure to check the local municipality's rules before starting any fires.

16 hours ago in Crime, Local, Trending

Family of deceased Whatcom County Jail inmate files federal lawsuit

The man was hospitalized in 2023 after jail staff found him unconscious in his cell.

17 hours ago in Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Local

State approves 22% average rate increase for individual health insurance in 2027

The rate hike affects nearly 250,000 Washingtonians who don't receive coverage through their employer.

17 hours ago in Education, Government, Local, Trending

State Superintendent calls to restore budget cuts, notes student improvements

New data shows steady global declines in reading and math skills.

17 hours ago in Government, Local, Trending

Whatcom County Council to test changes aimed at shortening meetings

It comes in response to a growing workload for county staff that has resulted in up to 16-hour meeting days.

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