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5 days ago
Bryan Kohberger asks to withdraw his guilty plea in the University of Idaho murders case
Kohberger claims his attorneys pressured him into accepting the plea deal by promising better prison conditions and misleading him about life on death row.
5 days ago
Washington gas prices rise sharply this week
Gas prices are moving higher across Washington, even as oil prices show signs that future increases could slow.
5 days ago
Lawsuit challenges ballot language on millionaire’s tax repeal
The complaint argues state-required funding warning could influence support for Initiative 26-645.
5 days ago
Remote court access available for east Whatcom County residents
Residents can use the new station to attend court hearings or file paperwork.
5 days ago
National Night Out: What to Know | Contributed
Whatcom County hosts National Night Out as a way for neighbors to become better acquainted and build stronger relationships.
5 days ago
Bellingham Police ask for help finding missing vulnerable adult
The man was last seen leaving his home around noon on Saturday.
5 days ago
Wildfires in east Whatcom County continue to grow
Recreational access to parts of Ross Lake are closed due to wildfire activity.
6 days ago
Lane closures planned for repairs, fish passage work on I-5 and Hwy 9
A full closure of Hwy 9 east of Mount Vernon is scheduled to begin August 12.
6 days ago
Police search for second suspect following Seattle food festival shooting that killed 3
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson said in a press conference Monday the suspect in custody is 15 years old and will appear in court on firearms violations and first degree assault charges.
1 week ago
Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office launches anonymous gun exchange program
County residents can now turn in their unwanted firearms for cash cards.
1 week ago
Sailing, ‘boat crack’ and me: Watching Bellingham Race Week from the stern of the well-oiled machine | Whatcom Wanderings
The crew of the Absolutely was in good spirits during the Bellingham Race Week's 43rd year.
1 week ago
More than 50 workers at Lynden packing facility detained by federal agents since March
Local immigration rights advocates are calling it the first "soft raid" in Whatcom County.
1 week ago
Parts of Cornwall Memorial Park to close for several years as reforestation is underway
Parks and Recreation staff, volunteers and members of the Washington Conservation Corps began installing native plants in February.
1 week ago
More details emerge following Sucia Island plane crash
The Otter float plane went down near the entrance to Shallow Bay on the popular island at 5:15 p.m.
1 week ago
Lynden roundabout nearing completion as Mount Vernon bridge closes
E Badger Road will be reduced to one lane as crews finish work on the site.
1 week ago
UPDATED: All 11 people accounted for following plane crash near Sucia Island
A Kenmore Airlines spokesperson stressed that there were no fatalities and all people on board have been accounted for.
1 week ago
Lummi Tribal Sewer and Water District receives national recognition for its wastewater treatment plant
The Environmental Protection Agency's PISCES program presented an award celebrating upgrades made to the Gooseberry Point Wastewater Treatment Plant.
1 week ago
Whatcom County Council to hold public hearing for new ferry district tax rate
The council will consider three different levy rates to help fund the Lummi Island ferry.
1 week ago
No injuries after boat capsizes near Birch Bay
Over a dozen people were able to swim to shore.
1 week ago
Pioneer Days, Lynden Airport Tour, York Yard Crawl and live music | Lifestyle Lookout
It is sure to be a perfect weekend to get out and have some fun. We have a bunch of great activities for you in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout.
