Friday, December 20th, 2024

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Good morning, Bellingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Whatcom County Sheriff's Office, in partnership with a state agency, offered CIT certification training to improve first responders' skills in handling mental health crises. KISM
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The City of Bellingham agreed to a $325,000 settlement with the family of a 14-year-old hit by a government car at a malfunctioning crosswalk. My Bellingham Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Barber Shack in Bellingham was burglarized early on Dec. 18, resulting in significant loss of cash, tools, and property damage; police seek information on the suspect. KAFE
- ➤ A middle school student in Bellingham was arrested for posting an online threat to shoot up a school, following a collaborative effort by local police, the FBI, and Bellingham Public Schools. KISM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bellingham Public Schools will introduce three propane-fueled buses to enhance their transportation system and reduce emissions, making use of a cleaner technology alternative. KISM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Whatcom County Sheriff's Office receives $125,000 from the Washington state Attorney General for a gun buyback program and firearm storage to fight gun violence, funded by a lawsuit related to the state's high-capacity magazine sales ban. KAFE
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