Latest Whatcom County News
Extreme low tides at Whatcom County beaches expected Monday and Tuesday
Ferry operations to Lummi Island face possible short-notice cancellations.
E Badger Road (SR546) and Benson Road roundabout construction scheduled to begin June 18th
The Intersection closure is scheduled for June 21 to June 27.
Heat advisory issued for Whatcom County and beyond
High temperatures are expected to reach 90 degrees in some areas.
UPDATE: It’s not just you. Facebook, Whatsapp, Instagram & Threads online services are down
About 6:30am users began reporting problems accessing the services.
Former Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office chief passes away
The former chief held positions in law enforcement and local government.
Intersection of 2 Ferndale main arterials to be closed Tues. and Weds.
Detour signs will direct motorists to detour routes around the closure.
Crashes shut down I-5 lanes through Ferndale Wednesday evening
A motorcycle crash and a rollover crash impacted motorists heading northbound.
Unseasonably warmer high temperatures forecast for Whatcom County through Monday
Temperatures to increase into the 80s through the weekend.
New Amtrak facility in BC eliminates need for US Customs inspections while onboard southbound trains
This change eliminates the stop in Blaine, reducing travel time.
WSDOT: The road to Artist Point reopening announced
Each winter, WSDOT closes the narrow section of road with sharp curves and steep slopes to vehicle traffic.
WWU student arrested for possession of and dealing in depictions of minors engaged in sexually explicit conduct
The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children received a CyberTip report.
New estimate for reopening the North Cascades Highway announced
Work has gone on 7 days a week to complete repairs.
Retaining wall construction to trigger three-week closure on James Street in Bellingham
Motorists can expect delays around the closure.
7.8M earthquake in Philippines raises tsunami concerns for US Pacific coast
The earthquake occurred about 4:40pm (PDT) Sunday.
WSP traffic stop leads to DUI arrest and discovery of about 5 ounces of fentanyl powder
The vehicle was reported to have been traveling at a speed of 115mph.
WSP: 6 face racing, reckless driving charges in Whatcom County
All vehicles were impounded.
New state law defines difference between e-bikes and electric motorcycles
High powered electronic 2-wheelers will be classified the same as a gas motorcycles.
Bellingham power outage impacts over 2,700 Friday
As of 3:35pm, the estimate for restoring power was 6:30pm.



