police
Retail theft surge prompts varied responses
June 3, 2022
Matt Benoit
As the presence of security guards grows in response to increased retail theft, some residents say de-escalation is a better strategy.
Police, mental health workers face challenge, confusion with new use-of-force law
August 20, 2021
Matt Benoit
House Bill 1310 established new rules about use of force by police when it took effect in Washington last month, and law enforcement and social service agencies continue to grapple with confusion related to challenges to the new law.
photo: Amy Nelson © 2021
Down to the wire, petitioners seek signatures to put initiatives on city ballot
June 23, 2021
Ella Banken
Days away from a June 25 deadline, People First Bellingham is racing to collect signatures from Bellingham voters in order to get their slate of initiatives on November’s ballot.