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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.

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1 day ago in Business, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local

Lynden Heritage Museum launches fundraising campaign to stay open

Funding cuts, fire-related costs and rising expenses have forced the museum to reduce staff and hours amid its 50th anniversary

1 day ago in Dedicated To Service, Environmental, Health and Wellness, Local, Outdoors, Trending, Weather

‘Extreme’ risk of dangerous fire conditions in central, eastern WA Saturday

High temperatures and strong winds could make existing wildfires spread unpredictably.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Actor Storm Reid hopes music reveals another side, introducing listeners to the real her

Storm Reid knows how the world sees her: an accomplished, polished actor who always seems to have it all together. Through new music, the Emmy-winner hopes listeners discover another side of her.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

The Recording Academy CEO responds to BTS decision not to submit to Grammys

Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. has responded to the news that K-pop powerhouse BTSwill not submit their music for consideration at the forthcoming 2027 Grammy Awards.

2 days ago in Crime, Government, Local, Trending

Seattle police chief resigns under pressure from mayor over response to festival shooting

After an initial social media post announcing that there had been a shooting with multiple victims, it took nearly five hours for police to provide any additional information to the public, including whether there was any ongoing threat.