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1 hour ago in Sports

Serena Williams’ comeback at the Queen’s Club is over after injury to doubles partner

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Serena Williams' much-hyped comeback to professional tennis at the Queen's Club lasted just one match. The 44-year-old Williams' doubles partner, 19-year-old Canadian Victoria Mboko, was forced to withdraw from the draw on Thursday because of a knee injury she sustained in a singles match against Karolina Pliskova in the last 16 on Wednesday.

2 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Knicks complete record rally from 29 points down and beat Spurs 107-106 for 3-1 NBA Finals lead

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A record-breaking comeback, capped off by what could go down as a legendary play. The long road back to the top of the NBA is almost complete for the New York Knicks, and the step they took Wednesday night was unforgettable.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Local Sports, Northwest Sports, Sports

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

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The 2026 World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19 at stadiums in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

2 days 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.

2 days 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.

3 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.

3 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.

6 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.

6 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.

Entertainment

2 hours ago in Entertainment

‘Doctor Who’ future uncertain as BBC scraps Christmas special and showrunner exits

The galaxy-hopping hero of "Doctor Who" has survived many narrow escapes and reinventions over more than six decades. But is time finally up for the BBC science fiction series that has entertained generations of fans?

23 hours ago in Entertainment, Local, National, Tribal News

Lummi Nation author chosen to represent state at national book festival

Rena Priest was recognized for her latest work titled "Positively Uncivilized."

1 day ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Local Sports, Northwest Sports, 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 19 at stadiums in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

2 days 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.

National News

1 hour ago in National

Opening of Canada-US bridge that Trump threatened to block is delayed over unresolved ‘issues’

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The opening of a Canadian-U.S. bridge across the Detroit River that President Donald Trump previously threatened to block was delayed on Thursday due to unresolved issues.

1 day ago in National, Trending

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

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.

2 days 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.

2 days 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.

2 days 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.

Sports

3 hours ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports

Holliday hits grand slam and Young pitches Orioles past Mariners 7-2 to stop 4-game slide

The Mariners are 4-17 this season when they do not hit a home run.

18 hours ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports

Northwest Sports Update: FIFA World Cup gears up for start, M’s look to clinch series vs Orioles, Cal hits 2 HR’s in Tacoma and more

Randy Arozarena's go-ahead homer was the difference in the M's extra-innings win in Baltimore.

1 day ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports

Randy Arozarena’s 10th-inning homer lifts Mariners to 6-5 win over Orioles

Mitch Garver also homered for the AL West-leading Mariners, who have won 11 of their last 14 games.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Local Sports, Northwest Sports, Sports

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

Updated
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 19 at stadiums in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

2 days 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

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

2 days ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports

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

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

3 days ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports

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

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

3 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

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

1 week ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports

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

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

1 week ago in Local Sports, Northwest Sports

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

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

Local News

17 hours ago in Government, Local

Port Commission votes to restrict civil immigration actions on their properties

The vote passed 2-1, with Port Commissioner Bobby Briscoe as the lone no vote, requesting the commission table the discussion.

18 hours ago in Health and Wellness, Local

Over a third of Whatcom County households faced financial hardship in 2024

This year's ALICE report also found that the cost of basic needs is rapidly outpacing overall inflation.

19 hours ago in Local

Man sues PeaceHealth in Bellingham, Ketchikan over wife’s death

The lawsuit claims that the two facilities didn't communicate enough about his wife's deteriorating condition.

20 hours ago in Lifestyle, Local, Traffic, World

Vancouver, B.C. Amtrak station gets U.S. preclearance designation

Travelers heading into the U.S. no longer stop for a customs inspection in Blaine

20 hours ago in Business, Health and Wellness, Local

Mt. Baker Imaging begins settlement process following 2025 cyberattack

Any patient whose data was potentially compromised could receive up to $5,000.