Breaking news & stimulating talk in Bellingham and Whatcom County.

KGMI's Jason Upton speaks with Dr. Laurie Trautman, director of Western Washington University's Border Policy Research Institute, about the latest trends in border crossings from B.C. to Whatcom County, where cross-border relations stand at the end of 2025, how it's impacting local businesses, what to look for in the new year and more.

KGMI's Dianna Hawryluk talks to Sacha Sanguinetti about this year's Birch Bay Polar Bear Plunge and their attempt to set a Guiness World Record.

KGMI's Dianna Hawryluk talks to Bo Wilde about New Year's celebrations at the Lynden Skate Way and Steakhouse 9, and a new coffee shop in town, 508 Coffee and Youth Lounge.

Host Dick Donahue talks about US economic growth, and how to respond to financial scams on this episode of Wealth Wake Up.

Hosts Lyle Sorenson and Rick Todd talk about the Whatcom County real estate market.

The car guys take your calls and answer all your automotive questions on this episode of In The Shop.

Elder law attorney Phil George and co-host Bill Davis have great advice on how to plan for a successful retirement on this episode of The Aging Hour.

KGMI's Emma Toscani talks to Everson Mayor John Perry about the future of the city and what is being done to mitigate river flooding in Whatcom County.

Elder law attorney Phil George and co-host Bill Davis have great advice on how to plan for a successful retirement on this episode of The Aging Hour.

Host Lance Calloway talked with Bellingham Technical College president Dr. James Lemerond about the many opportunities they offer.

Host Dick Donahue talks about recent employment reports, the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting, and Roth conversions on this episode of Wealth Wake Up.

Host Dick Donahue talks about illegal immigration, global debt and ten things you should know about capital gains.

Hosts Lyle Sorenson and Rick Todd talk about the Whatcom County real estate market.

Host Charlie Crabtree talks about local issues on this episode of Saturday Morning Live.

Host Dillon Honcoop talks about farming and agriculture in Washington state and Whatcom County.

Elder law attorney Phil George and co-host Bill Davis have great advice on how to plan for a successful retirement on this episode of The Aging Hour.

KGMI's Dianna Hawryluk talks to CBS business analyst Jill Schlesinger about saving money in the New Year.

KGMI's Dianna Hawryluk and Adam Smith chat about Wissota Chophouse closing, holiday shopping in Lynden, and the Christmas Concert at First Christian Reformed Church on Monday, Dec. 22.

Health care, climate change and more...

KGMI's Dianna Hawryluk and Adam Smith chat about Fairhaven Winterfest, the Holiday Makers Market, making a living ornament at Garden Spot Nursery, Santa Skate at Bellingham Sportsplex, and Full Color Dream performing at Shakedown.

KGMI's Dianna Hawryluk talks to Sierra Crook from the Ferndale Food Bank about the work they do and how they managed during recent flooding.

KGMI's Jason Upton speaks with Ashley Butenschoen from the Whatcom Long Term Recovery Group about the nonprofit's efforts to help victims of historic flooding in Everson, Nooksack and Sumas, what the extent of the damage was and how the community can help.

KGMI's Jason Upton speaks with Whatcom Transportation Authority (WTA) Community Relations Director Maureen McCarthy about increased bus fares that will take effect in fall 2026.

We talk mostly about health care and the ACA...

Elder law attorney Phil George and co-host Bill Davis have great advice on how to plan for a successful retirement on this episode of The Aging Hour.

KGMI's Dianna Hawryluk talks to Bo Wilde about the response to flooding in Lynden, a new park opening, Brio Laundry services, and this year's Lynden Lions prep basketball teams.

KGMI's Dianna Hawryluk talks to CBS business analyst Jill Schlesinger about the problems young people are having finding jobs.

We talk more about the flood and what can be done in response...

The Whatcom Report 12/14/25 by KGMI News/Talk 790

Radio Real Estate 12/13/25 by KGMI News/Talk 790

Saturday Morning Live 12/13/25 by KGMI News/Talk 790

KGMI's Jason Upton speaks with Sumas Mayor Bruce Bosch about the state of the town after it got the brunt of historic flooding in Whatcom County, including where residents can seek shelter, where the town goes from here, what the community can do to help and more.

Mayor John Perry: Everson Flood Response by KGMI News/Talk 790

Amy Cloud: Dept of Emergency Management Flood Response by KGMI News/Talk 790

Mayor Bill Aslett: Burlington Evacuation by KGMI News/Talk 790

Mayor Greg Hansen: Flooding in Ferndale by KGMI News/Talk 790

Lots of thoughts about the flooding we're experiencing again...