Local » Page 4

2 weeks ago

Local health officials push for safe food handling in light of cyclosporiasis outbreak

Several cases have been reported in Washington, though health officials say it is not to the level of outbreak seen in 30 other states.

2 weeks ago

Initiative aiming to repeal wealth tax will appear on November election ballot

Let's Go Washington says over 80% of the more than 500,000 signatures it turned were found to be valid.

2 weeks ago

Judge grants partial preliminary injunction in favor of Lummi Nation

The lawsuit stemmed from claims of construction on ancestral burial grounds.

2 weeks ago

Cascadia Daily News names new editor-in-chief

Former Seattle Times investigations editor Jonathan Martin will succeed Ron Judd as head of the CDN newsroom.

2 weeks ago

Tribally-managed internet service coming to Lummi Nation

Final testing to certify the network is expected to be finished by Friday.

2 weeks ago

Raspberry Festival, PRIDE Ferndale, Sunnyland Stomp and Punk Fest | Lifestyle Lookout

BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – It is forecast to be another gorgeous summer weekend in Whatcom County and that means more…

2 weeks ago

Seal pup found with gunshot wound in Bellingham

This is the third gunshot injury discovered in a WA marine animal in 2026.

2 weeks ago

Ballots mailed out for Aug. 4 primary in Whatcom County

The ballot features races for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, four seats in the state House and a seat in the state Senate.

2 weeks ago

WA House 40th District | PRIMARY 2026

Here are responses to questions sent to each candidate in the race for the Washington state 40th District Representative Postition 2.

2 weeks ago

Whatcom County’s Wildfire Risk, What You Need to Know | Contributed

The county in the vortex of a Red Flag wildfire warning and officials are upgrading the Burn Ban to Stage 2 as heat, wind and other conditions lead to critical fire weather conditions.

2 weeks ago

Washington AG reaches settlement with genetic testing company

The lawsuit alleges the company failed to protect customer's data, impacting almost 7 million people across the country and over 200,000 Washingtonians.

3 weeks ago

Whatcom County Council requires more public notice before tax hikes

Any proposed increases will now be announced through several public channels.

3 weeks ago

Washington’s unemployment rate stays flat in June despite job gains

The state hasn't seen its seasonally-adjusted unemployment rate drop since November 2024.

3 weeks ago

Port of Bellingham Commission District 4 | PRIMARY 2026

Here are responses to questions sent to each candidate in the race for Port of Bellingham Commissioner Seat 4.

3 weeks ago

WA Senate 42nd District | PRIMARY 2026

Here are responses to questions sent to each candidate in the race for Washington state Senate, 42nd District.

3 weeks ago

Whatcom County Prosecutor | PRIMARY 2026

Here are responses to questions sent to each candidate in the race for Whatcom County Prosecuting Attorney.

3 weeks ago

Everything you need to know about fire impacts in northwest Washington, southern B.C.

Forecasted thunderstorms have also prompted a fire weather alert as we see a drop in air quality.

3 weeks ago

Northwest Tune-Up Festival | Photos

A collection of daring bikers attended, showing off their technical prowess on the tracks. Musical acts decorated the airwaves while bike companies and specialists displayed their products.

3 weeks ago

Barkley Village owners announce partnership with Whatcom Family YMCA

Public input will be welcome in designing a new, upgraded facility.

3 weeks ago

Way Station sees high demand for support services in first year

The facility served nearly 1,400 people over its first year in downtown Bellingham.

Recent Headlines

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

2 days 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.

3 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.