Latest Whatcom County News
Southbound lanes of I-5 blocked Friday evening
The blocked lanes were the result of a law enforcement incident.
Bellingham woman facing 30 counts of animal cruelty booked into jail
Investigators removed 17 dogs from her property after receiving reports of animal cruelty.
Business news: Ferndale bar temporarily closed by city order
The action requires the business to immediately cease operations and occupancy.
Firefighters respond to Custer barn fire Thursday evening
The barn was reported to be fully involved when firefighters arrived.
Court documents detail events leading to Maple Falls mans arrest for attempted murder
The victim sustained what were described as life-threatening head injuries.
Bellingham Police grappler device used to safely end high speed pursuit
The pursuit went through downtown Bellingham and residential areas.
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What experts are saying about the El Niño expected this winter
El Niño has a 75% chance of sticking around through March 2027.
Business news: Ferndale restaurateur sued by former general managers
A bench trial resulted in an award of $333 thousand while the other suit awaits trial.
2 crashes block all Mt Baker Highway lanes east of Welcome Saturday morning
At least one person was reported to have been transported to the hospital.
Updated: Missing person out of Ferndale
Last seen on 10/20/26 off S Red River Road in Ferndale.
What we’re reading: Ferndale furniture store enters receivership after 6 years under current ownership
Customers who prepaid must submit proof of claim forms by late October.
Whatcom County tsunami sirens sound during earthquake drill today (Thurs.)
People outside and near the towers will hear the siren for approximately 2 minutes.
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Single-vehicle rollover crash slows morning commute through Ferndale
The driver was located about a quarter-mile away.
Vehicle vs pole crash temporarily darkens downtown Ferndale
Puget Sound Energy reported over 1,000 customers were without power.
Bellingham power outage impacts almost 2,600 Monday
As of 11:10am, the estimate for restoring power was 2pm.
WA Health officials advise against eating recalled Sierra Nevada Graziers raw milk cheeses
Recall follows 13 infections in 9 states.
All lanes of Guide Meridian blocked in Lynden following crash
All lanes were reportedly reopened by 9:40am.
Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office investigates animal cruelty case involving 30 dogs
Deputies seized animals from a property on Russet Avenue while criminal charges remain pending.
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Bellingham man charged with conspiracy to commit murder in BC school shooting
Federal complaint alleges the defendant aided and agreed to broadcast February 10 school attack in British Columbia.
Two injured in vehicle vs fence crash on Kendall Road (SR547) near Maple Falls
The vehicle left the roadway while passing another vehicle.
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