National Sports
21 hours ago in Sports
Jaden McDaniels and the feisty Timberwolves oust the Nuggets and move on to meet the Spurs
The Minnesota Timberwolves had plenty of lulls during the regular season, seemingly coasting at times while struggling to recapture the form that fueled them to consecutive Western Conference finals appearances over the last two years.
21 hours ago in Sports
Caitlin Clark scores 21 points, gives the Fever a brief scare in her 1st home game in 9 months
Caitlin Clark's first home game in more than nine months was supposed to be a celebration. Instead, she gave the Indiana Fever and fans a scare Thursday night.
2 days ago in Sports, Trending
Lindsey Vonn tells the AP she is not yet in position emotionally to decide if she will race again
Lindsey Vonn is still recovering physically and emotionally from her frightening crash at the Winter Olympics. For now, the tough decisions about the future can wait.
3 days ago in Sports
Broncos’ 2-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons retires after 32 interceptions in his 9-year career
Two-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons has retired following a nine-year career, including eight seasons with the Denver Broncos. The Broncos announced Simmons' retirement on Wednesday and noted the news came exactly 10 years after the team selected the safety in the third round from Boston College in 2016.
3 days ago in Sports
Wild going home against Stars with chance to advance in NHL playoffs for 1st time since 2015
Mats Zuccarello and the Minnesota Wild are now in the position that they try to be in every season in the NHL playoffs. Things feel a bit different now, with the Wild going home for Game 6 on Thursday night with a chance to eliminate the Dallas Stars and advance to the second round for the first time since 2015.
3 days ago in Sports
NCAA remains on track to expand to a 76-team March Madness bracket for next season
The NCAA is still deliberating expanding March Madness on both the men's and women's sides to 76 teams for next season — a much-expected development that's been in the works for years.
4 days ago in Sports
Thunder breeze through the first round for a 3rd straight year and brace for tougher games ahead
Oklahoma City's first-round dominance in the NBA playoffs continues. The road should get at least a little tougher in the coming weeks — but there's little doubt the defending champions are well-equipped to defend their title.
5 days ago in Sports
Paige Bueckers says it’s all business with Azzi Fudd as they try to win with the Dallas Wings
Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers said her relationship with teammate and fellow No. 1 overall pick Azzi Fudd will have no effect on what they do on the court as they try to turn around a franchise with a long history of losing.
5 days ago in Local Experts, Northwest Sports, Professional, Sports
Seahawks address defense, bolster receiving corps in draft
Hawks entered draft with just four picks but trades brought them four more
Entertainment
14 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
The 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards are coming up. Here’s who’s nominated and how to watch
It's time to cowboy up, y'all. The 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards are right around the corner, and they look different this time around.
21 hours ago in Entertainment
Britney Spears charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs
Britney Spears was charged in California on Thursday with driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol, authorities said. The 44-year-old pop star was charged with a single misdemeanor count of driving under the combined influence of alcohol and at least one drug, the Ventura County District Attorney's Office said.
21 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Foo Fighters bring their stadium show to a modest NYC venue. Inside the exclusive, surprise concert
Foo Fighters announced two surprise shows Wednesday: one at Irving Plaza on Thursday and another at the Starland Ballroom on Saturday in New Jersey. Tickets were priced at $30, limited to two per purchaser and available only on a first-come, first-served basis at 10 a.m. Thursday at each venue.
21 hours ago in Entertainment
‘Mormon Wives’ star Taylor Frankie Paul and ex-partner ordered to stay 100 feet apart
Taylor Frankie Paul, a reality TV star from "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives," and the father of her 2-year-old son were ordered Thursday to stay 100 feet (30 meters) away from each other for the next three years as a Utah court commissioner continues to assess custody plans for the child.
National News
14 hours ago in National
Redistricting battle intensifies in states after US Supreme Court ruling on Voting Rights Act
A Supreme Court decision striking down a majority Black congressional district in Louisiana has amplified an already intense national redistricting battle by providing Republican officials in several states new grounds to redraw voting districts.
3 days ago in National
US infant formula supply is ‘safe,’ FDA says after looking for potential contaminants
A new analysis of chemicals in U.S. infant formula found reassuringly low levels of heavy metals, pesticides and other potential contaminants, federal health officials said Wednesday.
3 days ago in National
Hegseth will go before Congress for the first time since the Iran war started
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will face questioning from lawmakers Wednesday for the first time since the Trump administration went to war with Iran, a decision that Democrats say has led to a costly conflict of choice waged without congressional approval.
5 days ago in National
Man charged with attempted assassination of Trump in White House correspondents’ dinner shooting
The man who authorities say tried to storm the White House Correspondents' Association dinner with guns and knives was charged Monday with the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump as federal authorities suggested an attack that disrupted one of Washington's glitziest events had been planned for at least several weeks.
5 days ago in National
Accused attacker at Washington media dinner is a tutor and computer engineer from California
The California man arrested in the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner is a highly educated tutor and amateur video game developer opposed to the policies of President Donald Trump.
Sports
12 hours ago in Northwest Sports
Northwest Sports Update: M’s back at home, Russell Wilson eyes TV career, spring prep sports near playoffs and more
Russell Wilson could be calling it a career, but there's a good chance you'd still be seeing him on Sundays.
2 days ago in Northwest Sports
Northwest Sports Update: Big names emerge in Seahawks ownership search, Mariners injury updates, Sehome-Squalicum soccer and more
Mark Zuckerberg and Tim Cook are both rumored to be in the mix for the next Seahawks owner.
2 days ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports
Cole Young has 3 late RBIs to help the Mariners rally past the Twins 5-3 and win the series
Seattle (16-16) improved to .500 for the first time since April 3.
2 days ago in Northwest Sports
Northwest Sports Update: Young powers M’s to win in Minnesota, nation’s top hoops recruit in WA makes decision, Blazers booted from playoffs and more
Cole Young picked up a pair of crucial hits in Wednesday's win to cap off a monster Midwest road trip.
3 days ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports
Julio Rodriguez has 3 doubles, Josh Naylor homers as Mariners beat Twins 7-1
Mariners starter Logan Gilbert gave up one run in five innings.
3 days ago in Northwest Sports
Northwest Sports Update: March Madness expanding, M’s fall in opener vs. Twins, Geno and Russ in NY and more
The men's and women's college basketball tournaments are reportedly expanding to 76 teams starting this upcoming season.
4 days ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports
Kody Clemens homers, drives in 5 runs to power the Twins to an 11-4 win over Mariners
Luis Castillo (0-2) gave up seven runs on seven hits over five innings for the Mariners.
4 days ago in Northwest Sports
Northwest Sports Update: WWU softball wins key late-season series, M’s sweep Cards, Seahawks draft recap and more
The Vikings are now tied with Saint Martin's for first place in the conference standings with four games left before the playoffs.
5 days ago in Local Experts, Northwest Sports, Professional, Sports
Seahawks address defense, bolster receiving corps in draft
Hawks entered draft with just four picks but trades brought them four more
5 days ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports
Refsnyder successfully challenges 3rd strike, and then homers to lift Mariners over Cardinals 3-2
Jose Ferrer retired the Cardinals in order in the ninth for his first save of the season.
Local News
13 hours ago in Local
Expect delays on northbound I-5 this weekend as roadwork continues
BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Warmer weather means more maintenance on our major roadways. WSDOT is reminding drivers of a full-day…
Ferndale officer on leave after fatal shooting of attempted homicide suspect
The officer was placed on leave in accordance with department policy as an independent investigation continues.
1 day ago in Local
Gas prices reach record high in Bellingham
Washington is still sitting roughly $1.20 over the national average.
1 day ago in Environmental, Government, Local
Whatcom County to conduct environmental review of proposed gravel mine near Sumas
The county is taking public feedback on the proposal through May 29.
Bellingham forecasted to see above average temperatures this weekend
Remember to not leave people or animals in hot cars and our local water bodies will have still cold temps if you do decide to recreate aquatically.
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