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2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Psychedelic ‘Furthur’ bus rolls back into San Francisco for new Grateful Dead exhibit
Ken Kesey's school bus — once painted in bright, swirly colors and driven across the country on a psychedelic journey — is back in San Francisco after 60 years as the centerpiece of a new exhibition celebrating the legacy of the Grateful Dead, a band that rose from the city's famed hippie movement.
Whatcom County Council to host series of community meetings
The community conversations with select councilmembers take place in Point Roberts and Bellingham over the coming weeks.
Butler drives in go-ahead run, A’s pitchers combine for 18 strikeouts in 7-4 win over Mariners
Julio Rodriguez stole three bases to become the first player in MLB history to start his career with five consecutive 20 homer/20 stolen base seasons.
Three people in Whatcom County sickened in salmonella outbreak
Health officials say the illnesses are all linked to Evergreen Fresh Broccoli Sprouts, a company based in Idaho.
Senator Murray talks fuel costs, tariffs with local maritime workers
Murray was joined by a roundtable of business owners, commercial fishermen and maritime workforce leadership to discuss the impacts of recent policy changes on the industry.
New work group seeks to improve renting in Bellingham
City officials say more than half of Bellingham residents rent their homes.
Prep football kicks off, Mariners begin penultimate homestand, Seahawks sale finalized and more | Northwest Sports Update
The high school football season kicks off from Lynden Christian at 6:00 tonight on KGMI.
WA leaders warn USPS changes could delay ballot postmarks
Whatcom County saw 40% more ballots were rejected due to a late postmark in this year's primary election than in 2024.
Whatcom County Sheriff’s deputies help locate missing Orcas Island man
The man was reported missing Wednesday morning.
Port of Bellingham approves plan for final cleanup at site of former pulp mill
Construction is expected to begin in November and last three to five years.
Blaine man arrested, cyclist hospitalized following crash
The crash closed part of Birch Bay Lynden Rd for several hours.
Tips to prepare for, survive, recover from disaster | Contributed
September is Emergency Preparedness Month.
Lummi Island Art Tour, Mercadito Fresco, Back to the Future and more | Lifestyle Lookout
We have a bunch of fun activities for you in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout. Enjoy!
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
Dollywood theme park will add new features, including a waterfall, to honor Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton's theme park in east Tennessee will unveil new features for fans to honor the life of the "dreamer-in-chief," Dolly Parton, who died at the age of 80.
3 weeks ago in Sports
With a new-look roster and no A’ja Wilson the US FIBA World Cup title defense gets tougher
The U.S. has dominated the women's FIBA World Cup for nearly two decades, winning the last four titles. A young American roster led by the trio of Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese now complement U.S. stalwart Breanna Stewart as the team looks to win its fifth straight championship.
3 weeks ago in Sports
First Trump, now Everton: Balogun at center of another fiasco as deadline-day transfer fails
U.S. striker Folarin Balogun pulled out of a deal to join Everton in the final minutes of European soccer's summer transfer window because he felt uncomfortable that the English club raised doubts about his health in a medical check, Monaco's sporting director has revealed.
3 weeks ago in National, Trending
Gloria Steinem, a potent voice of US feminism and co-founder of Ms. Magazine, dies at 92
Gloria Steinem, the celebrated author and activist who became one of the most visible symbols and potent voices of the U.S. women's movement and a fierce advocate for feminist causes for over six decades, has died. She was 92.
3 weeks ago in National
Top US doctors offer updated flu and COVID vaccine recommendations, aiming to ease confusion
Leading U.S. medical groups are urging people to get updated flu and COVID-19 vaccinations this fall, banding together Wednesday to issue shot guidelines — and highlight the science behind them — saying they hope to ease confusion caused by the Trump administration's changing advice.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
Meet the 2026 ‘Dancing With the Stars’ cast
The newest cast competing for the Mirrorball Trophy on "Dancing With the Stars" was unveiled Wednesday, featuring the usual complement of entertainers, reality stars and athletes ranging from gold medalists to a Savannah Bananas player.
Bellingham man sentenced for murder of retired WWU dance professor
38-year-old James Singleton will spend 17 years in prison for killing 74-year-old Nolan Dennett in June 2024.
