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3 weeks ago

Flood aid now available for Whatcom County families with young children

December's flooding is estimated to have impacted more than 100 children ages 5 and under in the county.

3 weeks ago

Proposed Point Roberts campground receives permit approval

Neighbors raised concerns over environmental, public safety impacts to the area.

3 weeks ago

Bellingham to hold public hearing on permanently eliminating parking minimums

An interim ordinance has currently suspended requirements for how many parking spaces must be developed in the city.

3 weeks ago

World Cup quarterfinals: It’s Messi, Morocco, and 6 teams from Europe. And that’s not unusual

More World Cup teams. Same World Cup story. This edition started with 48 teams; it's now down to eight, with six of those from Europe. And unless Morocco pulls off a series of surprising outcomes over the final two weeks, the champion will come from Europe or South America. Again. As always.

3 weeks ago

Justin Bieber and more join World Cup final halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira and BTS

Justin Bieber will bring his swag to the World Cup's star-studded, Super Bowl-style halftime show, joining fellow headliners Madonna, Shakira and BTS, FIFA announced Wednesday.

3 weeks ago

UPDATED: Missing hikers found dead in North Cascades

The Sheriff's Department expressed their thanks to several agencies for their help finding both hikers, including rescue teams in Okanogan, Skagit and Snohomish counties.

3 weeks ago

Luna Fire grows to seven acres in east Whatcom County

Two other minor blazes in the North Cascades National Park were fully contained over the weekend.

3 weeks ago

‘The Pitt’ and ‘Pluribus’ are poised to compete for top honors as Emmy nominations are announced

"Pluribus" could be a record-setting freshman, "The Pitt" could have a dominant sophomore season and "Hacks" is set for a graduation celebration as Emmy nominations are announced Wednesday morning.

3 weeks ago

Lynden residents to vote on property tax increase in November

The rate hike would cost an extra $300 per year for the owner of a $600,000 home.

3 weeks ago

Belgium beats US 4-1 to reach World Cup quarterfinals, taking advantage of defensive lapses

Images told the story of the United States' World Cup downfall. Christian Pulisic sprawled on the field in agony after hurting an ankle. Matt Freese holding his hands on his head after his gaffe gifted a goal.

3 weeks ago

Fireworks injuries jump in Whatcom County over 4th of July weekend

The local increase coincided with a similar trend seen at Harborview Medical Center.

3 weeks ago

Teen killed in Sedro-Woolley hit-and-run, suspect arrested

Witnesses were able to track down the suspect a block away from the crash site.

3 weeks ago

UEFA says decision by FIFA to let U.S. forward play at World Cup is ‘incomprehensible’

An all-time controversy in the World Cup's 96-year history was raging Monday ahead of the co-host United States facing Belgium with a quarterfinals place at stake.

4 weeks ago

Let’s Go Washington hands in signatures for “millionaire’s tax” challenge

The Washington state Secretary of State's office will verify the signatures in the coming days.

4 weeks ago

The best movies of 2026 so far, from ‘Project Hail Mary’ to ‘Rose of Nevada’

It's been a curiously seesawing first six months. The movies have been dominated as much by 26-year-old YouTuber-turned-filmmaker Curry Barker as they have 79-year-old Steven Spielberg.

4 weeks ago

Rescuers search for missing Canadian hiker in North Cascades

34-year-old Gursimran Singh was last known to be hiking South Twin.

4 weeks ago

Whatcom County celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with fireworks in Bellingham, Blaine

Whatever you plan on doing for the Fourth of July, make sure you plan ahead to do it safely.

4 weeks ago

U.S. beats Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to round of 16 and keep its World Cup dreams alive

Malik Tillman stepped up for a free kick with a bloody sock and a new right boot after being stepped on by an opponent as the United States scrambled to protect a one-goal lead, down a man in a World Cup knockout round.

4 weeks ago

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to host their wedding Friday at Madison Square Garden, AP source says

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will have their wedding at Madison Square Garden on Friday night, according to a law enforcement official briefed on the security plans.

4 weeks ago

Whatcom County sees slowest population growth in five years

The slowing growth in the county mirrored statewide and national trends.

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