Latest Whatcom County News
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.
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.”
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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
2026 Primary Election results: Updated unofficial counts (Fri.)
72,309 ballots had been counted by 5pm on Friday.
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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.
2026 Primary Election results: Updated unofficial counts (Thurs.)
58,077 ballots had been counted by 8am on Thursday.
$4 million settlement reached in 2023 waterslide injury lawsuit
All 3 defendants will pay into the settlement fund.
2026 Primary Election results: Initial unofficial counts
42,746 ballots had been counted by 8pm on Tuesday.
Air quality alert for Whatcom County effective Tuesday, August 4th
The alert is due to expected smoke from regional wildfires.
Whatcom County wildfire smoke forecast raises concerns
Smoke aloft may reach the ground as early as late Monday.
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Recent toxic algae testing results released for Lake Whatcom
Tests showed toxin levels below detection limits.
Correction: US Representative Larsen reports on visit to Ferndale ICE facility
“I was able to get answers to the following questions community members have about the facility’s operations.”
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