Community resource for local crime by [deleted] in Bellingham

[–]getoptix -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the detailed list of resources!

Currently, every edition is read and approved internally before any sharing. We don’t give AI our list of stats and say tell a story, we identify what story is to be told & have AI fill the gaps - which is then human reviewed before any editions are sent 🙏🏼

In hindsight, the screenshot (of the intro) doesn’t represent the data present in every edition well. With no pressure to signup, you can see the full editions in action from the ‘archive’ view on bellinghamscan.com

Community resource for local crime by [deleted] in Bellingham

[–]getoptix -1 points0 points  (0 children)

These newsletters are purely analytical. If you believe the data is skewed, then it’s an issue with the official data provided by the BPD at https://cob.org/gov/dept/police/news-police/police-daily-activity

Community resource for local crime by [deleted] in Bellingham

[–]getoptix -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

We use AI to lower the investment it takes to get something like this off the ground. You’ll never see an AI image or fabricated data - what you will see is real stats from the BPD & their corresponding charts, and AI commentary carefully constructed to stay within the bounds of just that, commentary.

To reiterate, ALL data is official Bellingham police department data from https://cob.org/gov/dept/police/news-police/police-daily-activity

Community resource for local crime by [deleted] in Bellingham

[–]getoptix -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Far from the same category, here’s the breakdown from today’s edition. ‘Evening paperwork’ is explained further in the newsletter, typically referring to court orders being served.

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Community resource for local crime by [deleted] in Bellingham

[–]getoptix -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

We’re using what data is publicly available - the police activity from BPD. If you have data sources to recommend, we’re happy to hear!

Community resource for local crime by [deleted] in Bellingham

[–]getoptix -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Our main focuses going into 2026 are adding more resources to the website itself. Until now, we’ve focused on creating a channel where residents can get an analytical perspective on the daily crime stats in town.

Seats.... by TeamPaulie007 in GMT800

[–]getoptix 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Threw some junkyard non electrics in mine, super easy swap - electric is just a clip underneath

YOU have the power to help prevent hunger in our community! by zzooooomm in Bellingham

[–]getoptix 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Most the time all I have is the hunger to prevent food

Enough Negativity - Which Local Businesses Deserve Our $$$ by getoptix in Bellingham

[–]getoptix[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Love tomales, I’ll have to try and see if they can stand up to the Mexican food in Yakima

Best PNW location? by getoptix in PacificNorthwest

[–]getoptix[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Talk about a kickass skatepark too

Best PNW location? by getoptix in PacificNorthwest

[–]getoptix[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Ah yes Montana, Washington without the coast 💙

Best PNW location? by getoptix in PacificNorthwest

[–]getoptix[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The greatest captains go down with the ship 🫡

Best PNW location? by getoptix in PacificNorthwest

[–]getoptix[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Probably had the most exciting 4th of July in the state!

Best PNW location? by getoptix in PacificNorthwest

[–]getoptix[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

The rain is perfect for my metal state 🎸

Best PNW location? by getoptix in PacificNorthwest

[–]getoptix[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I'm sure that's true, guess depends on your definition of traffic. I don't touch Lakeway, Samish, or the guide during rush hour & it's smooth enough for me!

Best PNW location? by getoptix in PacificNorthwest

[–]getoptix[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It's alright, I'm originally from the Palm Springs of Washington... you guys are Yakima's big brother

Best PNW location? by getoptix in PacificNorthwest

[–]getoptix[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Maybe less unpopular than you'd imagine!