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2 hours ago in Education, Elections, Government, High School, Local, Local Sports, Sports, Trending

ACLU of Washington files suit over I-638 passage

The initiative would take effect Dec. 3 if no legal action is taken against it.

8 hours ago in Sports, Trending

PWHL expansion teams get names: Detroit Clutch, San Jose Sea Lions, Vegas Vanguards, Hamilton Havoc

The Professional Women's Hockey League's four new expansion teams finally have nicknames and logos to accompany them in preparing to make their on-ice debuts next month.

1 day ago in Sports

NASCAR’s 2026 season defined by two Kyles: Larson’s playoff surge and Busch’s shocking death

NASCAR's championship weekend started with another Kyle Busch remembrance and ended with another Kyle Larson celebration. The Cup Series drivers will be linked forever.

1 day ago in Sports, Trending

In a wide-open NFL, trade deadline is an opportunity for a few teams to get a big boost

The NFL is wide open at the season's midpoint. The trade deadline will give teams an opportunity to separate themselves from the pack, especially in a season when several teams are in the mix for a Super Bowl run.

4 days ago in Sports

Several coaches on the hot seat need major turnarounds in the second half to keep their jobs

NFL owners have been more patient this season. At least one coach was fired by Week 9 in each year since 2022 but there haven't been any dismissals so far. The Colts fired general manager Chris Ballard, though. Several coaches could be in trouble if they don't turn things around quickly.

Lifestyle

3 hours ago in Lifestyle, Local, Traffic, Trending

Gas prices continue downward trend ahead of holiday travel season

Diesel prices are still stubbornly high across the country.

3 hours ago in Business, Lifestyle, Local, Trending

Second flight from Bellingham to Portland to begin Nov. 20

Alaska Airlines made the move following strong community feedback for additional flights.

8 hours ago in Lifestyle

A language of belonging: Advice for learning the mother tongue of your ancestors

Losing a tangible connection to your family's ancestral homeland can bring unexpected sorrow, whether through the death of an older relative, the sale of a property passed down for generations gets sold or the destruction a handful of surviving heirlooms.

1 day ago in Government, Lifestyle, Local, Opinions, Trending

Honoring those who serve | Contributed

Every person can make a difference.

4 days ago in Lifestyle, Local, Trending, Weather

Outlook for first November weekend predicts stormy weather

Cherry blossom tree in bloom against a dramatic, stormy sky with distant pines and a roadside of parked cars.

Puget Sound Energy put a statement alerting customers that ongoing strong weather systems may impact power lines over the next few weeks.

News from My Bellingham Now

2 hours ago in Education, Elections, Government, High School, Local, Local Sports, Sports, Trending

ACLU of Washington files suit over I-638 passage

The initiative would take effect Dec. 3 if no legal action is taken against it.

3 hours ago in Environmental, Local, Outdoors, Trending

Prescribed burns continue through northwest WA

Two are expected to take place this week in Whatcom County.

3 hours ago in Lifestyle, Local, Traffic, Trending

Gas prices continue downward trend ahead of holiday travel season

Diesel prices are still stubbornly high across the country.

3 hours ago in Business, Lifestyle, Local, Trending

Second flight from Bellingham to Portland to begin Nov. 20

Alaska Airlines made the move following strong community feedback for additional flights.

22 hours ago in Local, Traffic, Trending

Large vehicles restricted from Orcas Island ferry terminal

Updated

A recent safety inspection found cracks in the terminal's support beams.

22 hours ago in Education, Government, Local, Trending

State Superintendent Chris Reykdal won’t seek re-election

Reykdal says he's still weighing a potential run for state or federal office.

22 hours ago in Environmental, Local, Outdoors, Trending, Weather

Storms bring wind, rain to Whatcom County

Updated

Continuous rain is expected and wind gusts could reach 50 mph.

1 day ago in Environmental, Government, Local, Trending

Whatcom County looking for public input on environmentally sensitive areas

The ordinance is required to get an update every 10 years.

1 day ago in Business, Crime, Local, Trending

Robbery at Lynden restaurant lands suspect in jail and employee at hospital

Lynden Police are asking the public for more information surrounding the incident.

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