Latest Whatcom County News
Whatcom County School District Events: April 2026
Performances by and for Whatcom County public and private school students.
What we’re reading: Ecology seeks comments on Intalco cleanup, demolition plans
The proposed order requires a remedial investigation and a demolition interim action work plan.
WSDOT releases Friday update on NB I-5 closure near Bellingham
No estimate is available about when the northbound I-5 lanes will reopen.
Everett man sentenced for vehicular assault, reckless endangerment after Chuckanut crash
The court notified the Department of Licensing to revoke his driver’s license.
Three charged in connection with Bellingham child sex trafficking investigation
They are accused of facilitating sexual contact between a man and a minor in 2024.
Two Seattle men arrested, suspected of supplying fentanyl & cocaine to Whatcom County
Both suspects posted bail and were released from custody.
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Bellingham man arrested following reported assault at casino
Surveillance video showed the suspect striking the victim with the bat.
I-5 northbound remains closed near Bellingham as slope stabilization continues
Crews are working 7 days a week during daylight hours.
Bellingham man charged after attempting to commandeer a car at 35mph
He allegedly attempted to grab the steering wheel and shift the vehicle into park or reverse.
Whatcom County enters into tentative agreement for new jail site on Hannegan Road
Building in Bellingham is expected to save $2.5 million over building in Ferndale.
Bellingham outage leaves over 2,500 without power
The outage was first reported about 12:40pm.
Unexpected thunder rattles NW Whatcom County residents
It was nearly a year ago when a significant lightning storm reached Whatcom County.
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Wind advisory issued for Whatcom lowlands Tuesday, Mar. 24
Gusts up to 45 mph are expected.
Bellingham northbound I-5 repair timeline expected Weds.
Initial cleanup work is underway.
Traffic Alert: Slater Road reopened
Many other roads remain closed across the county.
Updated: Saturday update on northbound I-5 closure
Governor Bob Ferguson issued a statement.
Northbound I-5 south of Bellingham to remain closed Friday night
Geotechnical engineers are expected to return Saturday morning.
Northbound lanes of I-5 south of Bellingham remain closed
“Roughly 2-3000 cubic yards of material is blocking the road.”
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Landslides block Chuckanut Drive & I-5 south of Bellingham
While Chuckanut Drive reopened, I-5 northbound was expected to be an extended closure.
Over 1,000 lose power in Ferndale Thurs. evening
A blown transformer was reported about the same time as when the outage was reported.
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