National Sports

4 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Rory McIlroy goes back-to-back at the Masters to join Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo and Tiger Woods

Rory McIlroy is the Masters champion again, this time without falling to his knees on the 18th green and sobbing over finally achieving his lifelong dream.

5 hours ago in Sports

NBA play-in games are set: Heat-Hornets, Magic-76ers, Suns-Blazers, Clippers-Warriors

The play-in tournament field is set, and just like that the postseason has arrived in the NBA. First up: an elimination game in Charlotte. The ninth-place Hornets will take on the 10th-place Miami Heat on Tuesday night (7:30 p.m. Eastern) in a win-or-go-home game to open the play-in tournament.

5 hours ago in Sports

Ovechkin response to fans’ request for 1 more year: ‘I’ll think about it’

If this was indeed the final home game of Alex Ovechkin's sensational NHL career, the Washington Capitals star collected enough memories to take him deep into retirement. From the opening faceoff to the celebratory post-game skate in which he waved gratefully to the adoring fans, Ovechkin enjoyed one heck of a day. Best of all, the Capitals won Sunday to remain in the playoff hunt.

3 days ago in Sports

Pittsburgh Penguins clinch a playoff spot, ending their 3-year drought

For the first time in four years, it will soon be a great day for playoff hockey in Pittsburgh. The Penguins clinched a playoff spot Thursday night by beating New Jersey, ending their postseason drought that lasted three seasons.

3 days ago in Sports

McIlroy atop Masters leaderboard again, while DeChambeau and Rahm will have to fight to make the cut

Defending champion Rory McIlroy picked up where he left off a year ago. For a couple other big names at the Masters, just making the cut is no guarantee.

4 days ago in Sports

76ers say Joel Embiid will have surgery for appendicitis with no timeline for his return

Joel Embiid was diagnosed with appendicitis and will undergo surgery on Thursday in Houston, the Philadelphia 76ers announced. The 76ers are scheduled to play at the Rockets on Thursday night.

4 days ago in Sports, Trending

A wild hook and a big leg kick as Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player and Tom Watson open the Masters

The Masters got started beneath whispy white clouds and a bright blue spring sky Thursday when Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson once again struck the ceremonial tee shots down the first fairway at Augusta National.

5 days ago in Sports

Sue Bird to serve as an NBC studio analyst for WNBA broadcasts this season

Hall of Famer Sue Bird watched the W NBA on NBC growing up and now she'll be part of the network's broadcasts of the league.

5 days ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports, Professional, Sports

Rangers blank Mariners 3-0 to sweep series

M's managed just two hits in the loss

Entertainment

5 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

Britney Spears enters substance abuse treatment facility weeks after her arrest on suspicion of DUI

Britney Spears has entered a substance abuse treatment facility just over a month after she was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

3 days ago in Entertainment

Gene Simmons of Kiss visits Detroit Rock City to open new restaurant location

Gene Simmons visited Detroit Rock City on Thursday to celebrate the grand opening of a restaurant co-founded by him and his Kiss bandmate, Paul Stanley.

4 days ago in Entertainment

Pink to host the 2026 Tony Awards on June 7 at Radio City Music Hall

The Tony Awards have turned to a singer with a reputation for a high-energy, physical live show to be the next telecast host — Pink. The three-time Grammy Award winner will make her debut as MC for the awards on June 7 at its familiar home of Radio City Music Hall.

National News

4 hours ago in National

Swalwell exits California governor’s race after assault allegations as rivals seek his supporters

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell's abrupt exit from the race for California governor left his rivals scrambling to lock down his former supporters in a crowded contest with no clear leader, injecting more turmoil into the campaign to lead the nation's most populous state.

3 days ago in National

Soaring gas prices leads to biggest monthly inflation spike in four years in March

The largest monthly jump in gas prices in six decades caused a sharp spike in inflation in March, creating major challenges for the inflation-fighters at the Federal Reserve and heightening the political challenges of rising costs for the White House.

5 days ago in National

Trump-endorsed Republican Clay Fuller wins Marjorie Taylor Greene’s former House seat in Georgia

Republican Clay Fuller on Tuesday won Marjorie Taylor Greene's former U.S. House seat in Georgia, turning back a Democratic challenge with the help of President Donald Trump's endorsement despite uneasiness over the war in Iran.

5 days ago in National

Rex Heuermann to plead guilty in the Gilgo Beach killings, ending long search for a serial killer

A Long Island architect accused in a string of long-unsolved slayings known as the Gilgo Beach killings is expected to plead guilty on Wednesday, closing a case that bedeviled investigators, agonized victims' relatives and tantalized a true-crime obsessed public for years.

5 days ago in National, Trending

Route 66, a quintessential American road trip heavy on kitsch and history, turns 100

Route 66 marks its 100th anniversary this year. Despite losing its status decades ago as one of the nation's main arteries, people from around the world still flock to it to take perhaps the quintessential American road trip and soak in its neon lights, kitschy motels and attractions, and culinary offerings.

Sports

5 hours ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports

Kokko attempts goalie goal in 1st NHL start, stops 26 shots as Kraken beat Flames 4-1

Before their second straight victory, the Kraken were eliminated from playoff contention for a third straight season when the Los Angeles Kings beat the Edmonton Oilers 1-0.

5 hours ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports

Gilbert, Raley lead Mariners to 6-1 win that extends Astros’ losing streak to 7

Randy Arozarena had three hits, including a two-out RBI single in the first.

3 days ago in Northwest Sports

Northwest Sports Update: Ichiro’s statue mishap, M’s host rival Astros, Kraken snap skid, Ogwumike leaves Storm and more

Who knew the Mariners' broken bats would translate to Ichiro's statue reveal?

4 days ago in Northwest Sports

Northwest Sports Update: Kraken shake up front office, Sounders fall in first leg of Champions Cup quarterfinals, 90th Masters begin and more

The Kraken are parting ways with their president of hockey operations amid a late season collapse.

5 days ago in Northwest Sports

Northwest Sports Update: Struggling M’s swept by Rangers, Kraken nearing playoff elimination, Sounders kick off Champions Cup quarterfinals and more

The M's are heading back home on the heels of a five-game skid after today's loss to the Rangers.

5 days ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports, Professional, Sports

Rangers blank Mariners 3-0 to sweep series

M's managed just two hits in the loss

5 days ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports

Kyle Higashioka homers as Rangers beat George Kirby for 1st time in 3-2 win over Mariners

Brendan Donovan homered to right on the first pitch of the game.

6 days ago in Northwest Sports

Northwest Sports Update: Struggling M’s eye rebound in Arlington, Kraken’s playoff hopes slipping away, new AD at WSU and more

Cal Raleigh hit his first home run of the season, but the rest of the M's managed just a single hit in Monday's loss to the Rangers.

Local News

3 days ago in Crime, Local

Dead canines found near Guemes Island believed to be foxes, authorities in contact with suspected culprit

The Skagit County Sheriff's Office says it does not expect to refer any charges to the prosecutor's office.

3 days ago in Business, Local, Traffic

Effects of record diesel prices starting to set in

Alaska Airlines is among several major U.S. carriers that are increasing their fees for checked bags as a result.

3 days ago in Crime, Local

BRIEF: Man accused of sneaking meth into Whatcom County Jail faces additional charges

Bellingham Police say that the 27-year-old man was arrested early Thursday, April 9 on suspicion of DUI.

3 days ago in Dedicated To Service, Local

BRIEF: Fire displaces family of six in Bow

Firefighters from the Samish Way Station worked with Skagit Co. Fire District 14 for over four hours to fight the flames.

3 days ago in Elections, Government, Local

Sedro-Woolley welcomes in new mayor

The city council voted Wednesday to appoint JoEllen Kesti to the position.