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Savannah Guthrie makes an emotional plea to her mother’s kidnappers

"Today" show host Savannah Guthrie says in a new video that her family is living an unending nightmare nearly six months after her mother's disappearance and pleads with her kidnappers: "Tell us where to look for her."

22 hours ago

Bryan Kohberger asks to withdraw his guilty plea in the University of Idaho murders case

Kohberger claims his attorneys pressured him into accepting the plea deal by promising better prison conditions and misleading him about life on death row.

22 hours ago

Washington gas prices rise sharply this week

Gas prices are moving higher across Washington, even as oil prices show signs that future increases could slow.

22 hours ago

Lawsuit challenges ballot language on millionaire’s tax repeal

The complaint argues state-required funding warning could influence support for Initiative 26-645.

1 day ago

Bellingham Police ask for help finding missing vulnerable adult

The man was last seen leaving his home around noon on Saturday.

1 day ago

Wildfires in east Whatcom County continue to grow

Recreational access to parts of Ross Lake are closed due to wildfire activity.

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‘The Odyssey’ earns $87M in its second weekend, Christopher Nolan’s best second weekend yet

"The Odyssey" continued to exert a mighty hold on moviegoers in its second weekend in North American theaters, with $87 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday.

4 days ago

More than 50 workers at Lynden packing facility detained by federal agents since March

Local immigration rights advocates are calling it the first "soft raid" in Whatcom County.

4 days ago

More details emerge following Sucia Island plane crash

The Otter float plane went down near the entrance to Shallow Bay on the popular island at 5:15 p.m.

5 days ago

UPDATED: All 11 people accounted for following plane crash near Sucia Island

A Kenmore Airlines spokesperson stressed that there were no fatalities and all people on board have been accounted for.

5 days ago

Whatcom County Council to hold public hearing for new ferry district tax rate

The council will consider three different levy rates to help fund the Lummi Island ferry.

6 days ago

Winner claims $8.2 million lottery ticket sold in Bellingham

There's still an unclaimed ticket for $10,000 that was sold at a convenience store downtown.

6 days ago

Lynden seeks pro and con statements for proposed property tax hike in November

Sign ups are due to the city clerk's office by Friday, July 31.

6 days ago

Seal pup euthanized after being found with gunshot wound near Bellingham

A local response team says this is the third seal they've treated for a gunshot wound this year and the first pup.

6 days ago

Louvre reopens Apollo Gallery after a brazen heist, but no jewels are on display

The Louvre's Apollo gallery on Wednesday reopened to the public for the first time since 88 million euros ($102 million) worth of crown jewels were stolen in a dramatic daytime heist.

7 days ago

Deadline to register online or by mail for August primary approaching in Whatcom County

The auditor’s office says any registered voter who has not yet received their ballot should contact them for a replacement.

1 week ago

Global tensions inch gas prices inch higher in Whatcom County

The average price at the pump in the county sits at $4.80 per gallon as of Monday.

1 week ago

Third tiny home village planned for Bellingham

The newest location is expected to be complete by early 2027.

1 week ago

Air Quality Alert issued in Whatcom, Skagit counties, heat advisory in Whatcom

Smoke from wildfires in BC and central Washington are moving into our area.

1 week ago

Spain’s World Cup champions head home for a royal welcome and a parade through Madrid

Spain's World Cupwinning soccer team is set to return home on Monday, where the 26-man squad will be greeted by Spanish royalty and Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez before boarding an open-top bus for a parade through central Madrid.

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Rodgers says there’s ‘zero debate’ 2026 will be his final season as Steelers open a new-look camp

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Aaron Rodgers says there's "zero debate" that this season will be his last. The future Hall of Fame quarterback's status beyond 2026 is seemingly one of the few certainties for the Pittsburgh Steelers, where the only thing familiar about their annual pilgrimage to Saint Vincent College for training camp might be the venue.

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Marlins snap franchise-worst 12-game skid with walk-off win over Phillies

Clayton McCullough breathed a sigh of relief. The Marlins finally won a game. Miami overcame two-run, ninth-inning deficit in the ninth on Monday to beat division-rival Philadelphia 8-7 and snap a 12-game losing streak — the longest such stretch in franchise history.

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Rangers put themselves in good position as only AL West team with a winning record

The Texas Rangers have put themselves in a good position in the AL West just by having a winning record. Texas (54-52) is the only team in the division not under .500 with about one-third of the regular season remaining, and now less than a week before next Monday's trade deadline.

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Tadej Pogacar confirms status as a cycling great with record-equaling fifth Tour de France title

Tadej Pogacar confirmed his status as one of cycling's all-time greats after winning a record-equaling fifth Tour de France title in emphatic style. Daring mountain attacks from deep, multiple stage wins and an ice-cool temperament all helped the 27-year-old Slovenian seal his victory on Sunday.

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LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers, saying it will be his ‘last decision’

LeBron James' first "final" decision was that he would retire. Weeks of deep reflection led him to change his mind, however, with all the familiar options in front of him to extend his career; a third trip with Cleveland, a second stop in Miami, maybe even stay in California for a high-profile union in Golden State. Nope — to all of those teams.