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4 weeks ago in National
Pennsylvania reports first 2 measles deaths in the US this year, both people unvaccinated
Two unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents have died after being infected with measles, the first U.S. deaths this year related to the contagious virus. State health officials announced the deaths Tuesday. They did not reveal any details about the people who died, other than that they lived in Lancaster County, west of Philadelphia.
Cal breaks through, JP returns, Bud Clark out for season, Big Ten bans NFL players from playing in college and more | Northwest Sports Update
The Mariners will look to maintain momentum after snapping the Phillies' nine-game winning streak.
Tributes to Dolly Parton focus on her love of reading
Whatcom Humane Society offers free books while OSPI pushes to restore Imagination Library funding.
Bellingham council rejects challenge to proposed Edgemoor development
Council members say Protect Mud Bay Cliffs didn't show enough evidence that would overturn the Bellingham Hearing Examiner's June decision.
New Bellingham park gets official name
Public comments and suggestions for the park were accepted earlier this year.
Blaine School District joins nationwide lawsuit against Meta, other social media platforms
Blaine joins Bellingham Public Schools among hundreds of other school districts around the country.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations has died at 80
Dolly Parton, the country music icon whose soaring vibrato vocals, poignant songwriting and sparkling costumes defined her rise from a log cabin in the Tennessee mountains to the height of stardom and acclaim, has died. She was 80 years old.
Hand recount underway in 42nd District race for state Senate
The recount is expected to take up to five days.
Blaine School District to place $62 million bond for new middle school on February 2027 ballot
The bond is slightly less expensive than the proposals Blaine voters narrowly rejected twice in 2024.
Man sentenced in 2023 Bellingham drive-by shooting
A co-conspirator was caught throwing the suspected weapon out a car window prior to their arrests.
Public invited to weigh in on Roadless Rule repeal
The rule prohibits most construction of roads in national forests as well as timber harvesting.
4 weeks ago in Sports
Angel Reese breaks WNBA record with 26 rebounds against Sparks, sets single-season record as well
Angel Reese rebounded her way into the record books not once, but twice in one night. Reese set a WNBA record with 26 rebounds in the Atlanta Dream's 78-71 win over the Los Angeles Sparks on Monday, pushing her past the season record in the same game.
4 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
How to reset your child’s sleep schedule for back-to-school season
After a summer of vacations and late nights, it's time to set those back-to-school alarms. A good night's sleep helps students stay focused and attentive in class. Experts say it's worth easing kids back into a routine with the start of a new school year.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Australia’s music industry bans AI-generated tracks from official charts
Australia's recorded music industry will bar tracks wholly generated by artificial intelligence from official charts as burgeoning generative technologies threaten artists' livelihoods, a representative said on Tuesday.
4 weeks ago in Sports
Serena Williams is back at the US Open, playing mixed doubles with Carlos Alcaraz
Serena Williams is back at the U.S. Open for her first match at the Grand Slam tournament since 2022, playing mixed doubles alongside defending men's singles champion Carlos Alcaraz.
Shining a ‘Spotlight on Service’ | Contributed
The “Spotlight on Service” series was launched to shine a light on the variety of jobs and individuals who serve Whatcom County through the sheriff’s office.
Cal Raleigh hits 3 homers as Mariners snap Phillies’ 9-game win streak with 9-2 victory
Julio Rodríguez launched a three-run homer in the first and Raleigh added a two-run drive to cap a five-run inning.
New encampments reported after Bellingham clears largest camp
Police can't confirm whether people displaced from the former site in the King Mountain neighborhood have moved to the newly reported camps.
WTA fare hikes take effect on Sept. 1
Eligible riders are encouraged to apply for a reduced fare card before the changes begin.
4 weeks ago in Sports
After a stop in the NFL, Dae’Quan Wright could be heading back to LSU thanks to court order
After a stop in the NFL, former Ole Miss tight end Dae'Quan Wright could be heading to LSU thanks to a court order that is creating havoc throughout college sports by allowing Wright and others an unexpected fifth year of eligibility.
