By Stella Harvey — In 2020, a surge of racial justice protests against police brutality and systemic racism swept the … More
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Bellingham police budget tweaked for near future; equity advocates continue push for more
By Stella Harvey — Since protests against systemic racism began in June, organizers from across the country have demanded their local … More
‘Defund the police’ movement drives Whatcom racial justice discussions
By Alex Meacham — Updated Aug. 26, 2020. Local activists are advocating for a 50% reduction in the Bellingham Police … More