Latest Whatcom County News
We’re reading: CHS Northwest announces more layoffs
Layoffs are due to the sale of 4 locations, including 1 in Bellingham.
Missing person out of Blaine
Last seen boarding a WTA bus to Bellingham from Birch Bay at 8am on 2/18/26.
Whatcom snow forecast replaced with dry, cold and windy
“Very cold wind chills as low as 10 to 15 degrees expected.”
CANCELED: Missing person out of Bellingham
Updated 10:15am – Located
Icy roads reported in Whatcom County this morning
WSDOT: “Use caution if venturing out this morning.”
2 mountain rescues in Mount Baker backcountry areas over the weekend
An avalanche resulted in 1 patient sustaining multiple injuries.
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Potential for light snow this week in the Whatcom lowlands
It was just over a year ago that a multi-day event created hazardous road conditions and closed schools.
Semi-truck and trailer rollover blocks I-5 lane in Bellingham
The closed lane was reopened about 4:30pm.
Ferndale firehouse converting to 24/7 staffing to improve response times
With this change, 5 of WCFD7’s 6 stations will be staffed 24/7.
Reports of phone, text-msg and email scams increasing
Eventually, they will ask for money.
We’re reading: PeaceHealth announces layoffs
PeaceHealth announced it was laying off 94 across its Washington facilities.
4 crashes across Ferndale yesterday kept responders busy
1 person required transport by ambulance due to a minor injury.
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Fatality I-5 crash in Ferndale remains under investigation
“The case is still active and ongoing.”
Glacier power outage leaves over 1,000 without power Tuesday
The outage was first reported at 6:23pm.
Lummi Island ferry dry dock scheduled for mid-April
Island shuttle service has been discontinued this year.
Lummi Island ferry vehicle volumes grew in 2025 but dipped during 4Q25
Ferry fares were increased in August.
Bellingham Central Library Branch Phase 2 renovations scheduled
The branch will be closed to the public during construction beginning late 2026 or early 2027.
Storybrook is Bellingham’s newest neighborhood park
A ribbon-cutting celebration is planned for Friday.
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UPDATED: House fire in Sumas leaves one dead Sunday morning
Firefighters arrived on the scene find smoke and flames visible from the house.
Ferndale man breaks down neighbor’s door with axe, assaults them
Deputies said the door had visible heavy damage.
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