Importance of cybersecurity exemplified after data breach exposed information from over 1 million Washingtonians
By Georgia Costa
A major data breach in Washington state led to...
Washington state announces its plan to vaccinate upwards of 80% of K-12 school employees
By Silvia Leija
State Education Superintendent Chris Reykdal announced a new partnership...
COVID-19 vaccines must be administered in a timely manner
By Adela Cruz
Whatcom County vaccination centers try to avoid wasting COVID-19 vaccines by communicating guidelines with...
Allen is the second in her position to sue the university in recent years
By Lauren Gallup
At Western Washington University, the desk of the director...
The city’s transportation improvements focus on all commuter types and provides safe access for everyone
By Sophia Struna
Laura Henkel often finds herself wary of tinted...
Twitch mimics much-missed social interactions with live chats, direct engagement with streamers
By Cole Mumper
Ethan Harris had a Twitch account for years, but it wasn’t...
Reusable menstrual items don’t only help us be eco-friendly, they can change lives
By Winnie Killingsworth
Period.
This word can mean the punctuation at the end of...
Trey McLaughlin workshops address culture, style, what it means to be a musician
By Olivia Palmer
Smiling faces and musical harmonies emanated from Zoom screens last...
Student fees will see reduction of $47.79 for spring quarter
By Sophia Pappalau
On Feb. 12, Western Washington University’s Board of Trustees approved action items concerning...
Thirty trained and certified volunteers available to help community members file taxes
By Gaia Crans
After the pandemic interrupted their services in the middle of the...
Though the Viking Union has opened its doors, students have to take several precautions before entering
By Tayler Robertson
Students stuck studying in their homes are...
Officials “concerned but not alarmed” about new variant found in Whatcom County resident, as King County announces detection of different new variant first detected...
Activists denounce city’s handling of housing crisis; call for no-barrier shelter, amnesty for detained protesters
By Faith Owens
A group of about 70 people gathered the...
State law mandated cleanup on two sites along Bellingham Bay in development, city turning into community space
By Sophia Struna
Watching a bright sunset disappear over...
Washington state announces its plan to vaccinate upwards of 80% of K-12 school employees
By Silvia Leija
State Education Superintendent Chris Reykdal announced a new partnership...
Lack of reservation system creates long lines, COVID-19 concerns
UPDATE: The Mount Baker Ski Area media team did not respond to interview requests prior to...
Dani Bailey has made strong impressions on teammates and coaches alike
By Nathan Schumock
Dani Bailey, once the only girl on her high school golf team,...
Snowboarder escapes death thanks to small, grabbable tree
By Makani Falkin
Mount Baker’s backcountry is a paradise for skiers and snowboarders, but even paradise can be...
Student fees will see reduction of $47.79 for spring quarter
By Sophia Pappalau
On Feb. 12, Western Washington University’s Board of Trustees approved action items concerning...
Twitch mimics much-missed social interactions with live chats, direct engagement with streamers
By Cole Mumper
Ethan Harris had a Twitch account for years, but it wasn’t...
Importance of cybersecurity exemplified after data breach exposed information from over 1 million Washingtonians
By Georgia Costa
A major data breach in Washington state led to...
Reusable menstrual items don’t only help us be eco-friendly, they can change lives
By Winnie Killingsworth
Period.
This word can mean the punctuation at the end of...
Is Western ready to reopen come fall — or is the university just trying to boost enrollment?
By Lauren Gallup
The challenges of online learning have...
MLM companies prey on women looking for a side hustle
By Natalie Vinh
Ever had a friend suddenly start a business selling cosmetics? Chances are they...
Recent controversy surrounding the Robinhood app is justified, but has also revealed wrongdoings within its users
By Finn Calvert
If someone told you 2021 would start...
The time is now to prioritize hiring professors of color
By Lauren Gallup
One of the Society of Professional Journalists’ Code of Ethics is to “boldly...
By Olivia Hobson, Drew Jelinek and Kyle Tubbs
A circle of listeners slowly gathered around Vernon Johnson outside the Bellingham Public Library on Friday, May...
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By Kyle Tubbs
After weeks of lockdowns all over the United States, some states are starting to lift restrictions,...
By Katya McMullen
Two Western alumni living in Bellingham created a podcast about the city during the COVID-19 pandemic
titled The City of Subdued Podcast
The...
By Bella Coronado
As a result of the temporary closures of big donation stores like Value Village and Goodwill, people who are passionate about thrifting...
As new construction soars across Bellingham, the local housing crisis remains unsolved
By Forrest Morris
As homes go up, vacancies continue going down.
Despite new multi-family units...
Decision to limit meals to only dinner sparks food accessibility concern among students
By Sophia Pappalau
Fairhaven Complex residents were left with reduced dining options after...
How quarantine has influenced the gaming behaviors of Western students
By Cole Mumper
On March 10, 2020, Western Washington University canceled all in-person classes as Whatcom...
Support local businesses to preserve richness of Bellingham community
By Sadie Fick
Last December, shoppers entering a store were greeted by decorated evergreens, holiday music and...
By Sadie Fick
There’s a reason the wealthiest countries and people in the world contribute the most to climate change.
Every modern convenience, from flying home...
Options for indoor drying systems include drying racks, pre-bought clotheslines or more DIY options
By Sadie Fick
Between the cost of organic bulk food, sustainable fashion,...
Horticultural therapy uses activities like planting seeds, harvesting tomatoes or tending houseplants to help people work toward a variety of goals.
By Sadie Fick
The onset...
Rally against interference or accept delayed results but don’t buy into fears about illegitimacy
By Sadie Fick
2020 has been a historic year in many ways.
The...
The discussion over muting microphones affected the Washington gubernatorial debate.
By Sadie Fick
128. By one count, this is how many times President Donald Trump interrupted...