Washington
Trump’s pick to replace Newhouse won’t address the elephant in the room
Updated June 8, 2026 at 5:42 PM
Reality Check
A Bellingham Herald series in which journalists focus on bringing truth and transparency to local news events. These newsroom-wide efforts deliver fast facts about the issues that matter to Whatcom County residents to hold officials and institutions accountable.
Business
Is Bellingham’s Shari’s actually closing? What to know amid bankruptcy filings
June 5, 2026 at 3:39 PM
Local
Unwashed hands, too-warm food. See latest Whatcom County restaurant inspections
Updated June 4, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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Washington
Feds say they have way to clean up nuclear waste site faster. WA is skeptical
Updated June 3, 2026 at 5:26 PM
Washington
Some call on WA to suspend gas tax amid high fuel prices. Is it on the table?
May 31, 2026 at 5:00 AM
World
How strong is Cuba’s military? Large on paper, but Soviet-era weapons are aging
Updated May 28, 2026 at 12:17 PM
Washington
Pardoned WA J6er wants some of $1.8B Trump fund. And he’s on a Tri-Cities ballot
Updated May 26, 2026 at 10:55 AM
Washington
WA income tax law promises free school meals for every kid. What will that cost?
May 24, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Washington
Ex-governor says WA budget is almost double 2013’s. What does the math show?
May 19, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Washington
Has Washington banned ‘aimless’ driving? What to know about ‘Senate Bill 626’
Updated May 19, 2026 at 12:56 PM
Washington
Olympia crews demolish historic Capitol Campus building. What will replace it?
May 14, 2026 at 5:00 AM
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