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1 week ago
Former WWU police officer under formal state level investigation
The former officer was fired from the university in 2024 after assaulting a suspect in handcuffs.
1 week ago
Atmospheric river, windy conditions in forecast for Halloween in Bellingham
Winds could reach up to 55 mph this weekend, with rainy conditions forecast for much of Whatcom and Skagit Counties.
1 week ago
Skagit County names new director of public health
The new director previously served as the director of strategic initiatives within the Commissioner's Office.
1 week ago
WSDOT to decide to relocate or demolish famed Bellingham graffiti rock
My Bellingham Now previously reported that two private property owners expressed interest in acquiring the rock while keeping it publicly accessible.
1 week ago
Cheese from Ferndale creamery linked to E. coli outbreak
Anyone who purchased the impacted cheeses is asked to throw them away and to sanitize any surfaces they may have touched.
2 weeks ago
Local and state leaders call for lower legal threshold for impaired driving in Washington
It comes as more than half of the fatal crashes in Washington between 2017 and 2021 involved impaired drivers.
2 weeks ago
Dept. of Health receives additional funding for food assistance program in Washington
According to the DOH, nearly 5,000 Whatcom County residents received support from the program last year.
2 weeks ago
Health insurance costs rise in 2026 as open enrollment begins next week
Open enrollment begins on Nov. 1 for residents who do not get their health insurance through an employer, spouse or government program.
2 weeks ago
Lynden narrows search for new chief of police, community invited to meet final candidates
Each candidate will give a brief overview of their career and experience before community members have a chance to give their feedback at the end of the event.
2 weeks ago
Gale warning issued for San Juan Islands, high winds hit western Whatcom County
Residents in impacted areas are urged to secure loose outdoor objects and secure any vessels on the water.
2 weeks ago
Blaine man died in federal custody after car crash near Peace Arch border crossing
BLAINE, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – A Blaine man died while in federal custody following a car crash and brief chase near…
2 weeks ago
Whatcom County to host public hearings on budget plans, taxes
The public hearings will be announced next month, offering the public time to comment on both the increase to the budget and the prospect of increasing levies to cover the costs.
2 weeks ago
‘Fire and Story’ event returns to Bellingham waterfront in 2026
Paper Whale plans to expand their night festival with more immersive art and fires as well as expanded food court and kids and family areas.
2 weeks ago
Sedro-Woolley man sentenced to 10 years in prison following fatal DUI crash in Everson
The crash killed an 11-year-old and injured three others inside the car.
2 weeks ago
Western Washington University extends contract for President Randhawa
Randhawa became Western's 14th president when he took over for Bruce Shepard in 2016.
2 weeks ago
Bellingham Police investigating shooting death near Guide Meridian
Anyone who may have witnessed the shooting or has any information is asked to contact the Bellingham Police Tipline at (360) 778-8611 or online
2 weeks ago
Whatcom County puts $3.6 million grant towards new housing options in Bellingham
The new housing will be part of Lake Whatcom Center's new Lincoln Street development.
2 weeks ago
Skagit County debates creating new sales tax towards public safety.
If approved, the sales tax would go into effect on March 15, 2026, and cost $1 per $100 purchase made in the county.
2 weeks ago
Road construction in Ferndale may cause delays this week
Road crews will be working to reconstruct portions of some Ferndale roads.
2 weeks ago
Bellingham City Council adopts plan to combat invasive freshwater mussels
Bellingham's council adopted the plan and Whatcom County Council as well as the Lake Whatcom Water and District Commissioners will vote on the plan in the coming weeks.
