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Blaine police chief announces run for sheriff

Donnell Tanksley calls for balanced approach to criminal justice

Updated Dec. 9, 2022 10:09 a.m.

Children’s levy vote reveals urban-rural divide

Democratic wins in 42nd suggest political shift

Nov. 29, 2022 2:01 p.m.

Children’s levy passing on eve of election certification

Whatcom County tax measure appears headed to victory

Nov. 28, 2022 6:59 p.m.

Children’s Initiative failing by 138 votes in close race

Next ballot count, vote certification will seal result by Nov. 29

Nov. 18, 2022 11:33 a.m.

Whatcom Democrats seal sweep in state races

Sefzik concedes tight race

Updated Nov. 18, 2022 10:31 a.m.

Bob Woodward: human before journalist

Iconic journalist speaks of “Trump Tapes” during Bellingham visit

Nov. 13, 2022 2:33 p.m.

Democrats hold onto leads in 42nd District

Ballots, opportunity running out for GOP in close races

Nov. 10, 2022 6:00 p.m.

Races tighten in 42nd with Republicans making gains

Less than 1,000 votes separate Shewmake, Sefzik

Nov. 9, 2022 6:20 p.m.

Voters reject ranked choice voting in San Juan County

57% of voters turned down Prop. 3 as of Wednesday afternoon

Nov. 9, 2022 5:55 p.m.

Auditor’s Office behind on processing ballots

Ballot processing depends on connection to VoteWA

Nov. 9, 2022 12:02 p.m.

Larsen pulls ahead in 2nd Congressional District race

With 61% of vote, congressman cruises toward 12th term

Nov. 8, 2022 9:49 p.m.

Democrats lead in district House legislative races

Three incumbents and one newcomer could represent districts next year

Nov. 8, 2022 9:32 p.m.