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Northwest Sports Update: Cal fuels win in return to M’s, Bells dominate in Port Angeles, Messi scores historic hat trick and more
The M's topped the Orioles in their series opener, courtesy of a go-ahead hit by Big Dumper in his return to the lineup.
Bellingham woman pleads not guilty to trying to kill two children
The charges stem from a May 16 assault that send a 4-year-old to the hospital.
Suspect in border shooting identified, more details released
He made his first court appearance in federal court Wednesday, June 17.
Blood donations needed amid critical shortage
Bloodworks Northwest has declared a "Code Red" as its regional blood supply reached emergency levels.
Bellingham Bike Swap expands to new location
The annual event helps support outdoor programs geared towards women.
Crabbing season to open in mid-July for Bellingham, San Juan Islands
The season will last through late September, with crabbing only allowed Thursdays through Mondays.
Washington adds most jobs in over a year in May
The state's unemployment rate still remained unchanged from the previous month.
Reported opioid overdoses continue to fall in Whatcom County in 2026
EMS dispatch calls and emergency room visits are both down significantly from last year.
16 hours ago in Sports
Tale of the ticker tape: The quirky history behind the Knicks’ first NYC parade
New York Knicks fans have waited forever for this. Thursday's ticker-tape parade for the new NBA champions will be a first. When the team won the title before, in 1970 and '73, they weren't honored with New York's signature procession.
16 hours ago in Sports
Argentina is defending its World Cup title, and its fans are more obsessed than ever
As reigning champions Argentina returned to the World Cup stage Tuesday, there was no drive too long and no ticket too pricey for its most fervent fans.
16 hours ago in National
A look at presidential libraries as the Obama Presidential Center opens to the public this week
Whenever historian Geoffrey Ward visits the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum to do research, he finds himself caught up in the spirit of FDR himself, the sense of landed contentment and cheerful disarray that helped define his public image.
Cal Raleigh delivers decisive hit in return from injured list as Mariners top Orioles 3-1
Julio Rodríguez had an RBI single for the Mariners, who hold a slim lead in the AL West.
1 day ago in Lifestyle
Why eat junk on a camping trip? Tips and recipes for nutritious food on the trail
Few things feel better than a long hike in the woods, exhausting yourself as you soak in the fresh air and tranquility. Then, back to camp, where you chip away at those health benefits with packaged hot dogs slapped into a white-bread bun with a slice of plasticky processed cheese food.
1 day ago in National, Trending
Rain along the Gulf Coast could become the first named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season
A cluster of storms along the Gulf Coast could become the first named tropical storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, the National Hurricane Center said.
1 day ago in National
Blanche set for July confirmation hearings for attorney general as Republicans weigh support
The Senate Judiciary Committee has scheduled confirmation hearings for acting Attorney General Todd Blanche in mid-July, even as some Republicans remain undecided about whether to support him for the post.
1 day ago in Entertainment
Jelly Roll files for divorce after 10-year marriage, citing irreconcilable differences
Country music star Jelly Roll has filed for divorce from his wife of 10 years, according to court filings. The complaint filed in Franklin, Tennessee, by the "Hard Fought Hallelujah" singer lists the reason for divorce as irreconcilable differences.
1 day ago in National
McDonald’s is serving fried apple pie again for America’s 250th birthday
McDonald's is frying up some apple pies to honor America's 250th birthday. The company said Tuesday it's bringing back fried apple pies for the first time in more than three decades. They'll be available at most U.S. restaurants for a limited time starting June 23.
France striker Kylian Mbappé scores his 13th World Cup goal, breaking a tie with Pelé
Kylian Mbappé scored his 13th World Cup goal on Tuesday, one more than Pelé, to move the France forward into a tie for the fourth most in tournament history.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Trending
Tom Holland appears to confirm he and Zendaya are married
Tom Holland has apparently confirmed that he and his longtime love Zendaya have already tied the knot. The actor may have ended months of speculation triggered by Zendaya's stylist Law Roach's claim in March that the couple had already held a wedding.
Temporary bypass in place for NB I-5 south of Bellingham starting Wednesday night
Both directions of I-5 near Chuckanut Creek will have bypass roads through September during fish passage construction.