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Whatcom County’s median home price rose again in February; here’s how Washington fared
Updated March 25, 2025 at 1:01 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.
Washington
Gas prices in America went down four weeks in a row. Is that true for Washington state?
Updated March 22, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Washington
British tourist is detained at Tacoma’s ICE facility. What’s delaying her return home?
Updated March 17, 2025 at 12:38 PM
Politics & Government
How many immigrants has Trump deported? The numbers are fuzzy.
Updated March 7, 2025 at 6:01 AM
Politics & Government
The Epstein files: What is public, and what is still secret?
Updated May 1, 2026 at 11:59 AM
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Washington
Are WA lawmakers who text and talk in hearings really listening? Some say ‘Not a good look’
Updated February 24, 2025 at 12:16 PM
Washington
Trump signed executive order against paper straws. Does that mean they’ll be banned in WA?
Updated February 25, 2025 at 11:16 AM
Washington
Are WA Democrats really considering a ban on wood-burning fireplaces and wood stoves?
Updated February 10, 2025 at 11:32 AM
Latest News
Why does WA have no income tax? That’s shaped class and the economy of Evergreen state
Updated March 12, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Washington
WA residents using new apps to track ICE agent activity. Are the sightings credible?
Updated February 15, 2026 at 12:44 PM
Washington
WA bill would lower blood alcohol limit for drivers. But what does 0.05% BAC feel like?
Updated February 3, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Washington
Masked ‘bounty hunter’ threats upset Eastern WA town. Does ICE pay private trackers?
Updated February 23, 2026 at 2:39 PM
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