BELLINGHAM — Bellingham Metro News has received an official update from Lieutenant Claudia Murphy with the Bellingham Police Department regarding Tuesday night’s emergency response at […]
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HAPPENING NOW: Large Emergency Response at Sunset Taco Bell in Bellingham
BELLINGHAM — Reader reports are coming in of a significant emergency response at the Taco Bell on Sunset Drive in Bellingham late this evening. According […]
Motorcyclist Arrested After Alleged High-Speed Pursuit on I-5
WHATCOM COUNTY — A motorcyclist was taken into custody Monday evening following an alleged high-speed pursuit that stretched from Ferndale to Blaine, according to information […]
UPDATE: 14-Year-Old Taken Into Custody After Attempted Traffic Stop Leads to Short Pursuit in Lynden
Lynden Police have identified the rider of an electric motorcycle involved in a brief pursuit Monday evening as a 14-year-old Lynden male. The teen faces charges of Felony Eluding and Reckless Driving.
Woods Coffee at Boulevard Park Targeted in Break-In Amid Fairhaven Crime Wave in Bellingham
The Woods Coffee location at Boulevard Park temporarily closed Monday morning after a break-in, marking another incident in a string of crimes affecting businesses in the Fairhaven area.
Bellingham Police Department Cracks Down on Traffic Violations in Overnight Safety Push
The Bellingham Police Department (BPD) showcased its commitment to road safety with an intensive traffic enforcement operation spanning Friday night into Saturday morning, February 22-23, 2025.
Three Arrested in Kendall Drug Bust; Deputies Seize Fentanyl, Firearms
Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office deputies recently wrapped up two separate drug investigations in Kendall, leading to the arrest of three individuals and the confiscation of significant amounts of narcotics, cash, and illegal firearms.
Trial Date Set for Tana Perkins Reneau Case
Many Bellingham Metro News readers have inquired about updates regarding the Tana Perkins Reneau case from 2023.
Unauthorized Radio Transmissions Detected on Bellingham PD Frequency
The Bellingham Police Department (BPD) has detected unauthorized radio transmissions on their primary dispatch frequency, prompting officials to issue a formal warning.
Armed Robbery at Fred Meyer in Bellingham
An armed robbery has been reported at the Lakeway Fred Meyer in Bellingham. According to initial reports, a suspect allegedly pulled a knife on a loss prevention officer before fleeing the scene.