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Oak Harbor motorcyclist dies following deer collision

An Oak Harbor man was killed early Thursday morning after his motorcycle was struck by a deer near…

Accused murderer Robert Baker answers questions on the stand Friday in Island County Superior Court.

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Accused Greenbank murderer takes the stand

Shocking many in the courtroom, Robert “Al” Baker took the stand Thursday afternoon in his own defense and…

Accused murderer Robert Baker speaks with attorney Tom Pacher during the first day of trial.

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Alleged Greenbank murderer goes to trial

A “secret obsession” with a female friend from Antarctica compelled Robert “Al” Baker to brutally murder his wife…

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Strained labor talks spark debate over Island County budget

The Island County Deputy Sheriff’s Guild claims that county officials don’t understand their own budget and demands that…

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Clinton driver faces multiple charges after allegedly fleeing wreck

A Clinton man accused of driving away from the scene of a May 15 accident on South Whidbey…

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Accused Clinton child molestor could serve six years

A 61-year-old Clinton man accused of molesting a young girl three years ago may face a lengthy prison…

Accused Greenbank murderer Robert “Al” Baker speaks with his attorney

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Judge denies new venue | Pizza man will be tried in Island County

Robert “Al” Baker will go on trial for murder in Island County Superior Court despite publicity surrounding a…

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2011 Coupeville collision goes to court

A Coupeville man is accused of causing a collision with a motorcyclist and driving away without stopping.

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Freeland man charged with assaulting three outside restaurant

A 39-year-old Freeland man is facing charges for allegedly assaulting two women and threatening to kill people outside…

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Widow disputes Island County Coroner’s ruling

The wife of a man who died on South Whidbey two years ago wants a judge or jury…

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Lambert sentenced to 100 years for two murders

Joshua Lambert is a “walking time bomb” and a meth-abusing, anti-social narcissist who should never be free again.

Commissioner Helen Price Johnson speaks during a Wednesday meeting concerning a law and justice tax.

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Island County commissioners call off Nov. law, justice measure

One commissioner’s recognition of the county’s recuperating finances has led the board to pull the law-and-justice levy from…

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Commissioner dispute lands L&J tax issue with county auditor

Wrangling over who gets to write statements about Island County’s law-and-justice levy for the online voters’ pamphlet has…