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Homelessness

Numbers collected by homeless service providers come by word of mouth. It’s not intended to be an accurate count.
Jan. 23, 2025 9:00 p.m.
Excavators, dump trucks clear tents, shopping carts and debris
Jan. 22, 2025 12:42 p.m.
People leaving Northwest/Bakerview encampment can get help from health department
Jan. 13, 2025 9:00 p.m.
City staff, police will issue formal notice to residents on Jan. 16
Jan. 3, 2025 5:07 p.m.
In response to petition, health department says limited funds, staffing inhibit more changes
Dec. 30, 2024 12:16 p.m.
The gap could be difficult to fill as the state grapples with a broader budget deficit
Dec. 3, 2024 10:30 a.m.
A list of severe weather shelters in Whatcom and Skagit counties
Dec. 1, 2024 9:14 p.m.
More than 100 people crowded into the conference room of the La Quinta Inn & Suites Tuesday
Nov. 19, 2024 5:52 p.m.
Stakeholders will air concerns during a public meeting Tuesday
Updated Nov. 19, 2024 9:53 a.m.
Full cleanup likely to take years due to extensive environmental damage
Nov. 14, 2024 1:46 p.m.
Whatcom County Council approves lease for space on North Forest Street
Nov. 7, 2024 4:50 p.m.
A teen’s death from opioids spurred creation of Mission for Missy, providing overdose kits, social service resources
Oct. 27, 2024 10:00 p.m.