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17 minutes ago in Community Events, Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle, Local, Local Sports, National, Sports

World Cup Preview: USMNT, predictions, where to watch and more

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Man with long hair and beard in a black t‑shirt pouring beer into a glass at a row of taps in a bar, with a blue banner reading 'BELLINGHAM IS GREEN' in the background

The 2026 World Cup runs from June 11 to July 16 at stadiums in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

18 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Serena returns: Williams makes a winning comeback in doubles at Queen’s Club with Mboko

After nearly four years away from professional tennis, Serena Williams showed she still has plenty of power to her game as she made a winning return at Queen's Club on Tuesday.

1 day ago in Sports

Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama shakes off Game 2 miss by taking over Game 3 of the NBA Finals

Victor Wembanyama sat in Manhattan's Gramercy Park on Sunday and drew the statue of 19th-century Shakespearean actor Edwin Booth. Turns out, it was the perfect mind-clearing activity that helped him shake off his miss at the buzzer in Game 2 and take over Game 3 of the NBA Finals, preventing the San Antonio Spurs from getting pushed to the brink of elimination.

2 days ago in Sports, Trending

Carolina trails Vegas in the Stanley Cup Final and has a big decision to make for Game 4

A sequence of events in a Stanley Cup Final that has gotten crazier by the minute has put the Carolina Hurricanes at a crossroads. They blew a two-goal lead and lost Game 1, erased a two-goal deficit and won Game 2, and rallied from down four goals in Game 3, only to lose in double overtime on a fluky bounce.

2 days ago in Sports

Spurs-Knicks Game 3 of the NBA Finals is a hot ticket with the potential for a wild scene

Knicks fever has set the stage for Game 3 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs to be a must-see event — inside Madison Square Garden and out on the streets and in bars across New York City.

5 days ago in Sports

Hurricanes thriving in high-pressure playoff settings as Stanley Cup Final shifts West for Game 3

The Carolina Hurricanes have spent months regrouping quickly after losses and they have proven unshaken by the challenge of playing in hostile arenas or in next-goal-wins extra time.

5 days ago in Sports, Trending

Bears say they are moving forward with Northwest Indiana location for new stadium

The Chicago Bears are looking to build a stadium in Northwest Indiana after a proposal to provide financial incentives for the NFL team to build its new home in Illinois stalled in the state legislature.

6 days ago in Sports

NBA bans two fans for life after one runs onto court during Game 1, attempts selfie with Wemby

The NBA banned two people for life from its arenas on Thursday, after one of them was arrested shortly after running onto the court during Game 1 of the NBA Finals and appearing to take a selfie next to San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama.

6 days ago in Entertainment, Government, Local, Professional, Sports

Funds coming to beef up security measures ahead of World Cup

The money will pay for Bellingham Police staff overtime and equipment to cover FIFA World Cup-related events in the city.

Entertainment

17 minutes ago in Community Events, Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle, Local, Local Sports, National, Sports

World Cup Preview: USMNT, predictions, where to watch and more

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Man with long hair and beard in a black t‑shirt pouring beer into a glass at a row of taps in a bar, with a blue banner reading 'BELLINGHAM IS GREEN' in the background

The 2026 World Cup runs from June 11 to July 16 at stadiums in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

18 hours ago in Entertainment

Rob Reiner’s son Nick seeks money from trust parents left him for his defense in their killings

Rob Reiner's son Nick Reiner is seeking unpaid money from a trust his parents established for him, saying he needs it to help in his defense against charges that he killed them.

16 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local

Boundary Bay Brewery announces grand opening on State Street

Brick building with large arched windows at a street corner; blue Boundary on State sign above the entrance. Jul set on N State St corner street sign visible.

The nanobrewery, called "Boundary on State," is located at the site of the former Time and Materials building.

1 day ago in Entertainment

With jumpsuits, wigs and dance moves, these young boys and teens keep Elvis’ legacy alive

Nearly 50 years after Elvis Presley 's death, a gaggle of exuberant young boys and teens shook up his hometown, intent on keeping the king's legacy alive for a new generation.

National News

44 minutes ago in National, Trending

Inflation hits 3-year high, highlighting affordability challenge for Americans

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Rising gas prices pushed inflation to its highest level in three years last month, a headache for the Federal Reserve and a potential political challenge for the Trump administration as midterm elections near.

18 hours ago in National, Trending

NASA unveils Artemis III astronauts to test technology for a future moon landing

NASA on Tuesday revealed the crew for its Artemis III mission, the next step in the space agency's plan to eventually land astronauts on the moon. The announcement came two months after Artemis II's record-breaking trip around the moon that surpassed the distance record of Apollo 13.

18 hours ago in National

FDA OKs first new sunscreen ingredient in more than 25 years

Federal health regulators on Tuesday signed off on the first new sunscreen ingredient for the U.S. market in more than 25 years, giving Americans access to a skin-protecting chemical long used in Europe and other parts of the world.

1 day ago in National

A government-commissioned study found drinking risks. US guidelines didn’t feature its findings

The findings of the study, in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs, were in line with years of research, saying that health risks go up with just one drink a day and no level of alcohol has a protective effect on mortality.

1 day ago in National, Trending

The rise and fall of ‘The Hills’ star Spencer Pratt’s improbable campaign for Los Angeles mayor

He wrote a memoir called "The Guy You Loved to Hate." He's dabbled in rap, releasing a song called "I'm a Celebrity." He started a company selling crystals claimed to have healing properties. But Spencer Pratt was not able to pull off his latest venture — an improbable bid to become mayor of Los Angeles.

Sports

16 hours ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports

Northwest Sports Update: Naylor’s slam leads M’s over O’s, Bells return home, WWU announces athletes of the year and more

Baseball batter in a dark blue uniform swings at a pitch at home plate with a blurred crowd in the stands behind him.

The Big Grumper's fifth-inning grand slam was the difference as the Mariners took their series opener in Baltimore.

1 day ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports

Josh Naylor’s grand slam powers Mariners past Orioles, 6-3

Baseball batter in a dark blue uniform swings at a pitch at home plate with a blurred crowd in the stands behind him.

Randy Arozarena had three hits for the AL West-leading Mariners, who have won 10 of their last 13 games.

2 days ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports

Northwest Sports Update: Crawford hits IL, Cal begins rehab, Hilary Knight leaves Torrent and more

Baseball player wearing a teal headband and blue jersey sits on a dugout bench, examining a small object in his hands, with tattoos on his arm.

The Mariners will be without their veteran shortstop and leadoff hitter for at least a week.

2 days ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports

Kevin McGonigle’s clutch hit with 2 outs in 9th rallies Tigers to 5-4 win over Mariners

Detroit Tigers player sliding into a base, kicking up dirt with his arm raised.

Seattle wasted a strong start from Luis Castillo, who left with a 3-1 lead after yielding three hits in 5 2/3 innings.

6 days ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports

Bichette has 4 hits and 3 RBIs in the Mets 7-1 win over the Mariners

Two Mets players share a high-five on the field, Soto wearing #22 and a teammate #13 nearby against a blurred crowd backdrop.

J.P. Crawford led off with his 10th homer of the season for Seattle.

7 days ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports

Northwest Sports Update: Russ retires, M’s win streak snapped, Bells home opener spoiled and more

Seattle Seahawks player wearing number 3 jersey with captain patch, smiling on the field.

The Seahawks' all-time passing leader is calling it a career in the NFL as he heads to the broadcast booth.

1 week ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports

Mariners smack 3 home runs in 8-3 victory over Mets for season-high 8th straight win

Baseball player Rodriguez, number 14, swings a bat during a game with a packed stadium crowd in the background.

The Mariners (33-29) improved to a season-best four games over .500.

1 week ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports

Northwest Sports Update: Bells’ home opener, M’s seek 8th straight win, Seahawks resign key edge rusher and more

The Bells will celebrate their 2025 WCL Championship during their home opener, with first pitch set for 6:35 from Joe Martin Field.

1 week ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports, Professional, Sports

Mariners walk-off Mets for seventh win in a row

Mariners suddenly finding success in one-run games

1 week ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports

Northwest Sports Update: M’s sweep D-Backs, Garrett to Rams, Russ to CBS, Bells open season and more

Seattle players celebrate on the field as orange Gatorade bucket dumps water over a teammate's head during a game.

The M's have won six straight and own a winning record for the first time in two months.

Local News

17 minutes ago in Community Events, Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle, Local, Local Sports, National, Sports

World Cup Preview: USMNT, predictions, where to watch and more

Fresh
Man with long hair and beard in a black t‑shirt pouring beer into a glass at a row of taps in a bar, with a blue banner reading 'BELLINGHAM IS GREEN' in the background

The 2026 World Cup runs from June 11 to July 16 at stadiums in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

16 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local

Boundary Bay Brewery announces grand opening on State Street

Brick building with large arched windows at a street corner; blue Boundary on State sign above the entrance. Jul set on N State St corner street sign visible.

The nanobrewery, called "Boundary on State," is located at the site of the former Time and Materials building.

17 hours ago in Education, Local

Ferguson proposes bell-to-bell cellphone ban in public schools

Bob Feguson Washington state cell phone ban press conference

All of Whatcom County's public-school districts currently restrict cellphone use in the classroom, but not during passing periods in high schools.

18 hours ago in Government, Local

Budget shortfall spurs belt-tightening across Washington state

Agencies are now being told to pause phasing-in any new programs and make cuts with special attention to programs expanded upon after 2018.

19 hours ago in Environmental, Local, Traffic

Temporary lane shifts coming to I-5 south of Bellingham

An ongoing fish passage project will soon put all lanes of the freeway onto bypass routes.

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