Local
3 hours ago
One lane closed on I-5 after collision near Northwest Avenue
Expect delays in the area, and there is no estimated time for reopening.
23 hours ago
Gas prices continue to climb in Whatcom County
Whatcom County's average is on par with the state average of $4.63.
23 hours ago
New survey shows Bellingham property manager reactions to changing regulations
City staff recommends conducting a similar survey later this year.
23 hours ago
WTA seeks public feedback on proposed upgrades to speed up service
The agency is aiming to increase the frequency of its Go Line service from every 15 minutes to every 10.
23 hours ago
Proposed millionaire’s tax receives greenlight from Washington governor
The bill is scheduled for a second reading in the House as of March 6.
23 hours ago
Rain, snow in the forecast for Whatcom County this week
Forecasters are warning of increased avalanche danger later this week in the Cascades.
1 day ago
Three-week outage of Whatcom Chief to begin in late April
Shuttle services won't be provided on Lummi Island during the annual dry dock outage.
2 days ago
Three Whatcom County basketball teams bring home state titles
The Lynden girls, Lynden Christian boys and Lummi Nation boys are all state champions.
3 days ago
Three Whatcom County teams playing for state basketball championships on Saturday
Find out the broadcast times and stations for the Lynden girls, Lynden Christian boys and Lummi Nation boys' state title games.
4 days ago
Two Bellingham teens arrested in connection to tire-slashings
In total, the two are suspected of causing over $15,000 worth of damage.
4 days ago
State bill establishing oversight board for sheriffs passes legislature
OLYMPIA, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – A bill that would increase oversight for sheriffs in the state has passed the legislature. SB…
5 days ago
Residents share frustrations over homeless encampments in Bellingham
The encampment has proven to be resilient despite the city’s actions against the absentee owner of a large property directly behind the Walmart.
5 days ago
Bellingham accepts federal funding for streetlights, resurfacing on Bellingham roads
Samish Way has been designated part of the National Highway System, making it eligible for funds focused on road maintenance.
5 days ago
CHS Northwest announces sale of additional locations including Nooksack, Ferndale and Lynden
The Bellingham location sale was announced just weeks ago.
5 days ago
State issues emergency closure of oyster harvesting in Drayton Harbor
Drayton Harbor Oyster Company will stay open but won't serve any shellfish from the harbor until it's safe to do so.
6 days ago
House Bill aiming to restrict data center energy use fails to pass in Olympia
The bill had lost a lot of its original language on the House floor, including stipulations that it pay fees to the state for high energy consumption.
6 days ago
House bill proposes to bring passenger-only ferry service to Bellingham waters
Though the bill would establish the ferries, it would be left up to the governing bodies along the Puget Sound and Grays Harbor to create the fleet and letting voters agree to the added costs.
7 days ago
Bellingham Police clarify role in immigration-related enforcement
The department says it doesn't take part in civil immigration enforcement or ask about immigration status.
7 days ago
Opening date announced for newly improved beach access at Boulevard Park
Part of the South Bay Trail will be closed for much of Wednesday ahead of the reopening.
1 week ago
Whatcom County opens submissions for ‘I Voted’ sticker designs
Entries for the "I Voted" sticker contest are due by May 1.
