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A crowd observes the memorial in front of Bellingham City Hall Thursday
Homelessness

Tracking homeless deaths is complicated in Whatcom County — and nationwide

Numbers collected by homeless service providers come by word of mouth. It’s not intended to be an accurate count.
Jan. 23, 2025 9:00 p.m.
News in Brief

Skagit Habitat for Humanity receives $1.1M to construct affordable homes 

Funding will allow for 11 homes in Anacortes and La Conner
Jan. 23, 2025 9:00 p.m.
Education

WWU says it will not assist immigration enforcement efforts amid federal pressure 

Decision reflects state law; feds would need legal documentation to enter restricted spaces
Jan. 23, 2025 5:03 p.m.
Western Washington University parking building behind trees as students walk to their classes.
Education

Indigenous communities reclaim 41 remains, hundreds of artifacts from WWU

After heightened attention, university continues efforts to identify and return ancestors
Jan. 21, 2025 9:00 p.m.
Crime & Courts

Health department increases security at severe winter shelter after alleged assault

The incident outside the building Tuesday involved two guests
Jan. 21, 2025 8:03 p.m.
Education
Free from CDN

La Conner School District asks voters to approve replacement levy on February ballot

Revenue would pay for needed staff, technology, arts, special education
Jan. 21, 2025 12:22 p.m.
Health

Overdose deaths were down in Whatcom County in 2024

Data is 'encouraging,' but many facing opioid use disorder still aren't accessing care
Updated Jan. 21, 2025 1:34 p.m.
Health

New PeaceHealth program connects overdose patients to outpatient care

ScalaNW provides 'relief' for staff, prescriptions for those with opioid use disorder
Jan. 20, 2025 9:00 p.m.
News in Brief

Affordable housing projects in Bellingham, Mount Vernon receive nearly $10M from state 

Developments will provide new units for families and seniors
Jan. 20, 2025 12:24 p.m.
News in Brief

Dave Cram to stay on as La Conner School Superintendent  

As interim, he led school district out of binding conditions with state
Jan. 19, 2025 9:00 p.m.
News in Brief

Wrongful death lawsuit over man killed by Sedro-Woolley police officer changes venue 

David Babcock was killed in 2022. The case will be heard in Skagit County courts
Jan. 17, 2025 3:13 p.m.
Growth & Development

Expansion plans for port entry will require Sumas, Lynden landowners to sell property

With configurations chosen, federal agency to seek contractors by November 2025
Updated Jan. 15, 2025 11:40 a.m.

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