National Sports

23 hours ago in Sports

Chris Paul, the ‘Point God,’ retires as All-Star weekend begins, ending a 21-season NBA run

Chris Paul, the "Point God" who was a 12-time All-Star selection and two-time Olympic gold medalist, announced his retirement on Friday in the capper of a 21-season career that will surely merit induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame.

23 hours ago in Sports

A healthy Shohei Ohtani eyes the one major award he hasn’t won — a Cy Young Award

Shohei Ohtani is a five-time All-Star, a four-time Most Valuable Player, a two-time World Series winner and a World Baseball Classic champion, giving him a sparkling baseball resume that no current player can touch. The only major honor he hasn't won? A Cy Young Award.

23 hours ago in Entertainment, Sports

Taylor Swift rumors spiked ticket sales for Pebble Beach golf tournament

Pebble Beach had an extra buzz Friday morning with rumors swirling in the cool Pacific breeze Swift would be there to watch her fiancé, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, playing in the PGA Tour event that combines corporate CEOs and celebrities with golf's best.

1 day ago in Olympics, Sports

Norway’s Klaebo makes history on skis, ties all-time Winter Olympics gold record

Friday the 13th will be remembered as a lucky day for Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo. Norway's cross-country skiing star tied an all‑time Winter Games record by winning his eighth gold medal Friday at the Milan Cortina Olympics. The 29‑year‑old claimed victory in the men's 10 kilometer interval‑start race, for his third gold at the 2026 games.

2 days ago in Olympics, Sports

Chloe Kim falls short of Olympic three-peat, taking silver as Choi Gaon wins women’s halfpipe

Chloe Kim fell short in her bid to become the first Olympic snowboarder to win three consecutive gold medals, finishing second to Choi Gaon of South Korea in the women's halfpipe on Thursday.

Lifestyle

1 day ago in Business, Features, Lifestyle, We Are Whatcom

Andi Vann: Owner of Pure Bliss Desserts

Meet the owner of an award-winning dessert shop located in downtown Bellingham.

2 days ago in Community Events, Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle, Lifestyle Lookout

Lifestyle Lookout: Valentine’s Day events happening this weekend in Bellingham

From 'Single Mingle Trivia' to improv comedy, this weekend is packed with fun events.

3 days ago in Entertainment, Government, Lifestyle, Local

Whatcom County eases permit threshold for smaller outdoor music festivals

The move aligns county code with Washington state's in an effort to reduce barriers for event organizers.

4 days ago in Community Events, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Northwest Sports

2026 World Cup events announced in Bellingham

In addition to watch parties, 15 local businesses were selected as designated fan zone venues.

4 days ago in Lifestyle

What to know about student loan repayment plans and collections

It's been a confusing time for people with student loans. Collections restarted, then were put on hold. At the same time, borrowers had to stay on top of changes to key forgiveness plans.

News from My Bellingham Now

20 hours ago in Crime, Local

Recent spike in scam calls claims hundreds of thousands of dollars from community members

The elaborate scams involve the names of actual law enforcement officers and target residents with loved ones in jail.

20 hours ago in Government, Local

Whatcom County Council hears update on flood recovery plan ahead of key presentation

The council will learn the specifics of the county's early action project at its meeting on Feb. 24.

1 day ago in Crime, Local

Third person arrested in connection to child trafficking case in Bellingham

All three adult suspects remain at the Whatcom County Jail.

1 day ago in Crime, Local

Bellingham woman arrested in connection to child sex assault investigation

The 42-year-old Bellingham woman received methamphetamine in exchange for procuring at least three hotel reservations for a male suspect.

2 days ago in Local

Overnight severe weather shelter in Bellingham reopening with temperatures forecast to dip

The shelter on N. Forest Street will be open from Saturday through Wednesday.

2 days ago in Crime, Local

Lummi Nation member pleads not guilty to dealing fentanyl on reservation

He was arrested in June 2025 in connection to a woman's overdose death.

2 days ago in Local

27 healthcare workers in Whatcom County included in mass layoffs by PeaceHealth

It's the second round of layoffs by PeaceHealth in the past four months.

3 days ago in Government, Local

Proposed ‘millionaire’s tax’ becomes prominent discussion in Olympia

Washington residents have voted against a state income tax repeatedly, with the most recent vote in 2015. 

3 days ago in Crime, Education, Local

Multiple investigations open into student misconduct at Mount Baker School District elementary school

The Whatcom County Sheriff's Office confirmed they have opened their own investigation.

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