Simon Sefzik to replace late Sen. Doug Ericksen in Washington Senate
At 22 years old, Simon Sefzik is the youngest current senator in the Washington Senate.
WWU extends remote learning due to Omicron surge
Western Washington University has extended its remote learning until Jan. 24 due to a rise in COVID cases in the region.
President Biden issues major disaster declaration for historic November floods
President Joe Biden has announced a major disaster declaration for the state of Washington in response to the historic flooding that occurred in November.
Whatcom County residents brace for another round of snow
Just when Whatcom County residents thought they could put the snow behind them, another round is expected to hit the county.
Whatcom County Council delays appointing senator to replace Ericksen
Whatcom County Council members have voted to delay naming a replacement for state Sen. Doug Ericksen, who died after becoming ill with COVID-19.
Pedestrian hit, killed by plow truck in Whatcom County
Washington State Patrol are investigating after a pedestrian was killed by a plow truck in Whatcom County.
Dangerous cold hits Whatcom County as many remain without power
Temperatures will continue to drop as hundreds of homeowners in Whatcom County remain without power.
At least 1 killed in crash on I-5 in Ferndale
At least one person was killed in a crash Tuesday afternoon on Interstate 5 in Ferndale.
Troopers investigate deadly crash in Whatcom County
Troopers are investigating a fatal crash Tuesday morning in Whatcom County.
Woman sentenced to a year in prison for Bellingham railroad track sabotage
A woman convicted of sabotaging railroad tracks near the U.S.-Canada border in Washington state just before a train carrying crude oil was due to pass through has been sentenced to 12 months and one day in prison.
200 COVID-19 cases linked to high school wrestling tourneys; new safety guidance for indoor sports released
The Washington State Department of Health announced on Friday that it updated its health and safety guidance in response to the COVID-19 outbreaks linked to the high school wrestling tournaments this month.
Gov. Inslee announces $187M plan for WA salmon recovery
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee has proposed investing $187 million in salmon recovery as part of his 2022 budget and policy proposals.
16-year-old arrested for bomb, gun threats at Sehome High School
A 16-year-old Sehome High School student faces felony charges for making gun and bomb threats.
First Omicron case detected in Whatcom County
The Washington State Department of Health confirmed the first case of the Omicron variant in Whatcom County.
Whatcom County braces for snow as flood recovery continues
Historic floods hit Whatcom County last month, and some homeowners can't return home without heat as the first snow arrives.
Bellingham Police investigating drive-by shooting Saturday morning
Bellingham Police are investigating a drive-by shooting that happened early Saturday morning.
Preliminary flood damage estimates in Whatcom County at least $50M
Following a series of “atmospheric rivers” in November that delivered record-breaking rainfall totals in Whatcom County, officials are continuing to assess flood damages and begin work on recovery.