Below are the latest Whatcom News stories that affect people who live and/or work in and around Blaine Washington.
WSP warn Seahawks playing in past Superbowls has led to increases in collisions, distracted driving incidents
“… win or lose, we need to drive responsibly during the Super Bowl festivities.”
Mt Baker Highway reopens after 4-day closure
There continues to be a section with alternating traffic through a single lane.
Crash data for I-5 in Whatcom County and what improvements may help
1 city is undertaking a project hoped to mitigate a part of the problem.
North Cascades Bluegrass Festival ends operations citing decline in ticket sales
Officials noted that ticket sales dropped approximately 35% in 2025.
Whatcom County School District Events: February 2026
Performances by Whatcom County public and private school students.
5-day full road closure of Mt Baker Hwy scheduled
The closure is needed to repair the damaged culvert, rebuild the roadbed, pave and install lane striping and guardrail.
Alternative Response Team (ART) responded to 2,400+ calls in 2025
ART teams focus on de-escalation and connecting individuals to housing and mental health services.
Whatcom County man’s home care aide credential revoked
He was found to have “financially exploited a vulnerable adult.”
Bellingham and Ferndale severe weather shelters open for weekend
Low temperatures are expected in the 20s through Monday.
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