University Police terminated the employment of officer Robert Anderson on Thursday, July 11, over allegations that he assaulted a suspect unaffiliated with Western Washington University trying to break into one of the arresting officer’s personal vehicles on Jan. 20.
All undergraduates of Western Washington University, Lemon Bear’s five members, Riley Thayer, Dustin Valdes, Sean Atkins, Abby Knipe and Laila White, first met through happenstance and mutual friends. They had chemistry right off the bat and making music came naturally from there, according to Thayer.
The other side of WAWU is looking for voluntary recognition from Western to begin bargaining.
Western Washington University’s Outdoor Center emphasizes community, fun and safety while promoting environmental responsibility on trip excursions.
Western's new dining service provider, Chartwells, looks to remodel the coffeehouse. Learn more about what is in store for the Underground, and what the Viking Union is doing to create new social spaces.
Since 2021, Western's Associated Students have been working to end their financial support of The Outback Farm. Now, The Outback is looking to the Department Related Activities Committee (DRAC) for funding.
Washington's Department of Ecology filed a lawsuit to reassess water rights in nearby water sources, such as the Nooksack River and Lake Whatcom. Their efforts could result in less use and higher water levels, which would benefit recovering salmon populations, but harm Whatcom farmers drawing from these public water sources.
The new bike lane makes downtown Bellingham more accessible to cyclists; feedback on the project has raised concerns about safety.
On April 16, the Washington State Department of Ecology issued an emergency drought declaration. Learn more about how this impacts Washington residents, and why not all droughts have to due with lack of rainfall.
Fairhaven Festival, Bellingham’s biggest street fair, took place on Sunday, filling the streets with people coming to enjoy the live music, artisan market and beer garden. The festival coincided with the final day of Ski to Sea, and festival-goers congratulated competitors.
The Brain Bowl x Mt. Baker Sesh Up ran from May 6-12, featuring hand-built ramps and bowls. The event was totally free and open to participants of all skill levels.
With streaming at its height, movie lovers seek out new methods of acquiring and experiencing film.
Patrick Sutton has represented homeowners in cases that overturned short-term rental bans in Austin, Dickinson and other Texas cities. Now, the real estate lawyer is making moves in Bellingham.
Small business grants help to transform the downtown storefronts of Bellingham and Tacoma. Learn more about how small business owners can apply and put the funding into action.
After years of competing herself, Madison Durkee is ready to dive into a new role.
Vikings made program history, shattering the record book in multiple categories.
Western's athletic department celebrated this year's 10 conference titles, a national title and two runner-ups at the WWBlue awards ceremony.
After an injury in January, Drew Weber has returned with breakthrough performances at Portland Twilight and the GNAC Championships.
It’s time the industry, including journalism students and professors on campus, recognize that the search for non-biased reporting is a fruitless one.
Revitalize your summer playlist with this warm, feel-good five song selection.
In December, the Supreme Court declined to rule on a case in which a therapist claimed that a Washington state law banning gay conversion therapy violated his First Amendment right to free speech. This was a victory for LGBTQ+ rights.
The other day, I found myself crying in the C parking lot of Western Washington University to “Everything” by MUNA after discovering my ex had a new girlfriend. I realized other people might be mourning relationships and that music could help them too.
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