Eric Wilkinson

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Bob Ferguson vows to make fixing Washington’s ferry system a ‘top priority’

MUKILTEO, Wash. — Governor-elect Bob Ferguson boarded a state ferry Wednesday and sailed into uncharted waters on Wednesday. The state ferry system is sinking, with a budget deficit of at least...

Heartbroken dog owner warns of risks after FDA issues alert on arthritis drug

More than 8,000 "adverse reactions" have been reported to the FDA since May of 2023. MOUNT VERNON, Wash. — Christi Brua Weaver keeps her dog Perry's ashes and collar on a...

Residents experiencing health impacts as water woes persist in Oak Harbor community

Neighbors at Oak Harbor's Parkwood Manor Mobile Home Park are reporting skin irritation and hair loss due to water issues. OAK HARBOR, Wash. — On Monday, Denise Muller ran down the...

Former firefighter saves family member from blaze at Langley home

The Kieke family lost everything in the blaze, but still have each other. LANGLEY, Wash. — Mike Kieke looked over the ruins of his life after the Langley home he raised...

New rule could protect Bellingham’s trees

Trees with a diameter of at least 36 inches would be designated as "landmarks" and protected from being cut down on private property. BELLINGHAM, Wash. — As Michael Feerer walks the...

Washington’s longest running weekly newspaper may fold

The final edition of the La Conner Weekly News will be published Wednesday. A community group hopes to save it. LA CONNER, Wash. — Ken Stern proofreads his final editorial one...

Marysville woman scammed out of $20,000 by fake TV anchor

The senior's family said she is out more than $20,000 after a scammer posed as a famous TV anchor — even using AI tools to convince her. MARYSVILLE, Wash. — A...

Homeless man tries to save 15-year-old crash victim from burning vehicle

Known as "Jeff the Giant," Jeff Pangburn is well-known around Oak Harbor. OAK HARBOR, Wash. — Jeff Pangburn has lived on Whidbey Island for 43 years. It's his home, even if...

Eric Wilkinson

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