Latest Whatcom County News
RECALL – Select Batches of frozen fruit bars due to potential glass
The recall follows consumer reports of glass found in the product.
Man arrested for false reporting in Blaine stabbing investigation
Investigation found no evidence of reported assault.
Blaine Police search for suspect after Monday knife attack at Montfort Park
An Investigation is underway following the reported trail assault.
Bellingham power outage impacts over 2,700 Monday
As of 9pm, the estimate for restoring power was midnight.
WA state Senate primary separated by 4 votes, set for recount
The results will be confirmed by a hand recount next week.
State wildlife officers respond to bear encounter north of Lake Whatcom
Agency issues safety guidance after search for animal yields no results.
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Child abduction/taken out of Vancouver WA
This disappearance poses a credible threat to their health and safety.
Mt Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest prohibits target shooting across all lands
The restriction is in effect August 14, 2026, through October 31, 2026.
Missing person out of Maple Falls/Kendall area
He was last seen on July 25 in the Maple Falls/Kendall area.
Daytime I-5 lane reductions scheduled in Bellingham
Traffic will be reduced to 1 lane and an on-ramp will close.
Concerns over air quality, Red Flag Warning and critical fire weather conditions in Whatcom County mountains
Currently most smoke is in the upper atmosphere.
Canceled: Missing person out of Bellingham
Last seen August 10th heading to Bellis Fair Mall.
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Lummi Nation man sentenced to 5 years in federal prison for domestic assault
The judge spoke directly to the victim noting that she was “brave.”
Bellingham man dies in South Hill neighborhood fire
Firefighters contained the blaze to a basement unit in a four-unit residence.
Whatcom County Council approves $7.05 million child care subsidy contract
The contract with AidKit will fund child care subsidies through 2028.
Tuesday morning commute impacted through Bellingham due to soda cans
First responders were dispatched about 6:35am.
Birch Bay man arrested on attempted murder charges following shootings
Deputies located two victims with gunshot wounds.
Eastern Whatcom County wildfires continue to spread
Lightning-caused wildfires trigger closures, continued firefighting efforts
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2026 Primary Election results: Updated unofficial counts (Fri.)
72,309 ballots had been counted by 5pm on Friday.
Property owners and local agencies coordinate cleanup of north Bellingham encampment
Multi-phased effort involves notices to vacate, site clearing, timber harvest and outreach services.
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