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Ferndale Man Killed in Fiery I-5 Crash Near Mountlake Terrace
A Ferndale man was killed early Tuesday morning following a fiery crash along Interstate 5 near Mountlake Terrace, according to information released by the Washington State…
Is Planet Fitness Finally Coming to Bellingham? This new Billboard says “Coming Soon”
A new billboard spotted along West Bakerview Road is sparking curiosity this week, indicating that Planet Fitness is planning to open a location somewhere in Bellingham.
Bellingham Chick-fil-A Grand Opening Date Officially Announced
A new Chick-fil-A location is set to open in Bellingham later this month, marking the brand’s next expansion into the Northwest Washington region.
Multiple Explosions Reported Across Middle East as Tensions Escalate
Reports of explosions and missile activity are emerging from several countries across the Middle East as regional tensions rapidly escalate. Explosions reported in Abu Dhabi, Bahrain,…
U.S. State Department Authorizes Departure of Non-Essential Embassy Personnel from Israel Amid Security Concerns
The U.S. Department of State has authorized the departure of non-emergency personnel and family members from Mission Israel amid ongoing security concerns. The U.S. government has…
No Kings III Protests Planned Across Whatcom County, Skagit County and the San Juan Islands on March 28
Multiple No Kings III rallies are scheduled across Whatcom County, Skagit County and the San Juan Islands on Saturday, March 28, 2026, with events in Everson,…
Meridian–Birchwood Roundabout Project Moves Forward with Open House Set for March 4 in Bellingham
The City of Bellingham is moving forward with plans for a new roundabout at Meridian Street and Birchwood Avenue, with a public open house set for…
UPDATE: 16-Year-Old Revived After Suspected Overdose at Sunset Taco Bell in Bellingham
BELLINGHAM — Bellingham Metro News has received an official update from Lieutenant Claudia Murphy with the Bellingham Police
Whatcom County to Host Second Community Engagement Workshop for Justice Project in Lynden March 19
WHATCOM COUNTY — Whatcom County is inviting residents to take part in the second Community Engagement Workshop for
BREAKING: Four Dead, Six Injured After Shooting Involving Cuban Coast Guard and U.S.-Registered Speedboat
HAVANA, CUBA — Four people are dead and six others injured following a confrontation between Cuba’s border guard
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
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
