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3 days ago in National, Trending

Early voting begins in US midterm elections that could flip control of Congress

In-person voting for this year's midterm elections began Friday, ushering in the final six weeks for Americans to decide which party they trust to lead Congress through a cost-of-living crisis, a prolonged war in Iran and other pressing issues.

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Federal grant clears the way for new Lummi Island ferry

Whatcom County finalizes funding agreement to replace the 64-year-old Whatcom Chief and modernize ferry service.

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WA AG scores settlement deal with car loan company

The company had been accused of deceptive and aggressive loan practices.

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M’s avoid sweep, former Huskies DC out at UNC, Kraken start training camp and more | Northwest Sports Update

UNC announced that Steve Belichick has resigned as defensive coordinator amid the conclusion of its internal investigation into the football program.

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RE Sources issues water quality alert at Lake Padden

Test results for potentially toxic algae are expected to be released in the coming days.

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WA Supreme Court strikes down voter-passed initiative

I-2066 was passed by 52% of voters in 2024.

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Drivers to see delays in downtown Ferndale on Friday

The city is doing utility work on a portion of Main Street as part of construction of the Civic Campus.

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Salmon recovery funds coming to Whatcom, Skagit counties

Statewide, the Salmon Recovery Funding Board awarded $21.5 million for 75 projects.

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Bellingham’s Northwest Licensing moving to Cordata location

The office will be next door to the local driver's licensing office.

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Man arrested after calling 911 during his own pursuit on I-5

The suspect told dispatchers he did not plan to stop for police.

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Whatcom Water Week, Taste of Ferndale, SunnylandFest, live music and more | Lifestyle Lookout

The weather looks like it's going to be spectacular in Whatcom County this weekend. Enjoy!

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Raleigh and Naylor carry the Mariners past the Angels, 7-2

Randy Arozarena also walked, singled and scored three runs for Seattle, which is 5 1/2 games behind Texas and Houston in the American League West.

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Robert Wilmore: Space Time enthusiast

What started as a need to share his genuine love of space, Space Time with Robert has grown into a regular event at Bellingham's parks, drawing in the summer upwards of 300 people interested in using a telescope to enthuse about the wonder of the cosmos.

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Washington’s unemployment rate drops for second straight month

The decrease came despite the state ending three consecutive months of job growth.

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Planned flaring could be visible at BP Cherry Point Refinery in coming weeks

BP says the work is routine maintenance and is not being made in response to an emergency.

Whatcom County Executive Satpal Sidhu

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Whatcom County Executive Sidhu won’t seek reelection in 2027

Satpal Sidhu made the announcement before introducing the biennium budget to the county council on Tuesday.

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Two injured in black bear encounter near Bellingham

This marks the second human-black bear encounter in Whatcom County reported within the span of a month.

5 days ago in Entertainment

Bingo and Tickle Me Elmo nominated for Toy Hall of Fame. Will Care Bears also make it this year?

Tickle Me Elmo dolls, the game of chance Bingo and the humble playground slide are among the finalists to get into the National Toy Hall of Fame this year, a lineup that also includes cuddly Care Bears, the dice game Yahtzee, the ancient game Mahjong and the Pokémon Trading Card Game.

5 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Karol G, Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso, Rosalía and Drexler are the most nominated for the Latin Grammys

A fight of titans is coming up for the 27th edition of the Latin Grammys with singers Karol G, Rosalía, Jorge Drexler and hip hop duo Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso as the most nominated artists revealed on Wednesday.

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4 hours ago in Sports

Justin Verlander is retiring. With a work stoppage on the horizon, how many others might join him?

The 43-year-old Justin Verlander has already announced this is his final year. Some other prominent players may also have made — or might be making — their last appearances in the major leagues.

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Injuries to Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels deprive the NFL of 2 young stars

Caleb Williams was carted off the field with a hamstring injury. Jayden Daniels needed a cart after he dislocated his elbow again. Williams and Daniels already were linked together as Heisman Trophy winners selected with the first two picks of the 2024 NFL draft.

3 days ago in Sports, Trending

Josh Allen opens the Bills’ new stadium with a 5-TD outing in a 41-31 win over the Lions

Josh Allen quickly put his stamp on Highmark Stadium by throwing three touchdown passes and running for two more scores in a 41-31 victory over the Detroit Lions on Thursday night in the first regular-season game at the $2.1 billion facility.

5 days ago in Sports

Formula 1 schedules 2027 season-opening race in Bahrain in March despite Middle East uncertainty

Formula 1 plans to open the 2027 season in Bahrain even as uncertainty remains over this year's races in the Middle East. F1 released a 24-race schedule for 2027 on Wednesday starting with the Bahrain Grand Prix on March 14 and then Saudi Arabia a week later, with events also scheduled for Qatar and Abu Dhabi at the end of the year.

6 days ago in Sports, Trending

Lionel Messi added to Argentina’s roster for Oct. 6 friendly that team says will be farewell match

Lionel Messi might have one last dance with Argentina after all. Despite announcing his international retirement, the 39-year-old Inter Miami star was included Tuesday in Lionel Scaloni's 28-man Argentina squad ahead of upcoming home friendlies.