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21 hours ago
Local group continues push against proposed Edgemoor development
Protect Mud Bay Cliffs (PMBC) said they filed the appeal to the Bellingham City Council on Thursday, June 18.
23 hours ago
Child saved in southwest Washington from hot car
Investigators determined the child had been left in the parked car for just over 15 minutes.
23 hours ago
FIFA World Cup 2026 | PHOTOS
Here are a collection of photos from Bellingham, Seattle and beyond capturing the FIFA World Cup action in the PNW.
1 day ago
Temperatures could touch 90 degrees in parts of Whatcom County coming out of weekend
Forecasters warn the warm and dry conditions will increase the risk of brush fires.
1 day ago
Middle school student finds invasive species on Orcas Island
The European Green Crab is very destructive to marine ecosystems.
1 day ago
Bellingham drafts permanent ordinance to protect landmark trees
The draft include several changes from the interim ordinance that's been extended four times.
1 day ago
Goodell Creek Campground temporarily closed due to bear activity
The National Park Service is urging recreationalists to follow proper food storage rules.
2 days ago
Washington crew members claim burnout, call on governor for help
Ferguson was asked to address a growing wage gap between deck and engine crew, causing burnout and affecting crew morale.
2 days ago
Shellfish harvesting reopens in northern Whatcom County
Biotoxin closures remain in effect south of Sandy Point to the Skagit County border.
2 days ago
Downtown Bellingham to host pair of official watch parties for US World Cup game Friday
The U.S. is playing its first-ever game in Seattle against Australia at noon.
2 days ago
Traffic reduced to one lane south of Nooksack
Crews are preparing for a larger paving project.
2 days ago
Rock and Rye Oyster House announces closure after 12 years in Herald Building
It follows the sudden closure of Starla's Pizza, which was housed in the same building.
2 days ago
Southern Resident Orca Calf spotted in PNW waters
This marks the second new orca born in 2026.
2 days ago
Wildfires in eastern Washington prompt evacuation order, road closures
The Kartar fire is currently burning at 7,500 acres in Okanogan County near Omak Lake.
2 days ago
Lifestyle Lookout: Stommish, Juneteenth, Kite Festival and live music
Events abound in Whatcom County this weekend. We have it all for you in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout.
3 days ago
Blood donations needed amid critical shortage
Bloodworks Northwest has declared a "Code Red" as its regional blood supply reached emergency levels.
3 days ago
Bellingham Bike Swap expands to new location
The annual event helps support outdoor programs geared towards women.
3 days ago
Crabbing season to open in mid-July for Bellingham, San Juan Islands
The season will last through late September, with crabbing only allowed Thursdays through Mondays.
3 days ago
Washington adds most jobs in over a year in May
The state's unemployment rate still remained unchanged from the previous month.
3 days ago
Reported opioid overdoses continue to fall in Whatcom County in 2026
EMS dispatch calls and emergency room visits are both down significantly from last year.
