National Sports

22 hours ago in Sports

Victor Wembanyama is a unanimous selection as the NBA’s defensive player of the year

There had never been a unanimous NBA Defensive Player of the Year. Until now. Victor Wembanyama — as expected — was announced Monday as the league's top defensive player.

2 days ago in Sports, Trending

Defending champion John Korir breaks Boston Marathon record and Sharon Lokedi also repeats

John Korir outran the strongest field in Boston Marathon history and still had enough energy left to bounce around Boylston Street after learning he had blistered the course record, too.

2 days ago in Sports

Pistons open playoffs with a flop as East’s top seed, losing to 8th-seeded Magic

The Detroit Pistons opened the NBA playoffs with a flop. Detroit went into the postseason as the top-seeded team in the Eastern Conference, openly talking about exceeding modest expectations and winning the franchise's fourth championship.

2 days ago in Sports

Wembanyama revels in safety of Hall of Famers, fans in playoff debut as Spurs top Blazers

It has proven almost as difficult to rattle Victor Wembanyama as it is to get a shot off against San Antonio's 7-foot-4 star. Still, if there was ever a time to experience some nerves it was Sunday.

6 days ago in Sports

Luka Dončić and Cade Cunningham are eligible for NBA awards after successful appeals of 65-game rule

The Los Angeles Lakers ' Luka Dončić and Detroit Pistons ' Cade Cunningham will be eligible for awards such as MVP and All-NBA this season despite falling short of the 65-game minimum, the league and the National Basketball Players Association said Thursday.

Lifestyle

22 hours ago in Lifestyle

What to know about psychedelic retreats, a booming business with few safety guardrails

Surging interest in the purported benefits of psychedelic drugs has given rise to books, documentaries and conferences dedicated to the mind-altering substances. Now add one more business to the list: psychedelic retreats.

1 day ago in Business, Lifestyle, Local

Chick-fil-A announces late April grand opening in Whatcom County

Anyone who dresses in cow print can get a free meal on April 30.

2 days ago in Lifestyle

To make hosting less stressful, strive for connection and not perfection

Inviting friends and family members over for a celebration, holiday or routine dinner provides an opportunity for connection, but pressure to serve good-tasting food in a clean and welcoming environment can deter many people from hosting or prevent them from being fully present with their guests when they do.

4 days ago in Lifestyle, Local

WSDOT begins work to move Bellingham Graffiti Rock from I-5 site

WSDOT added the rock cannot physically be removed in one piece, but explosives won't be used to break it apart.

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

Lifestyle Lookout: Skagit Valley Tulip Festival blooms, April Brews Day returns to Bellingham and more events this weekend

Whatever the weather brings, there is so much to do this weekend in Whatcom County. We have it all for you on the docket in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout.

News from My Bellingham Now

12 hours ago in Business, Government, Local

Refund system launches for businesses impacted by stricken-down Trump tariffs

40% of Whatcom County businesses surveyed in summer 2025 said the tariffs directly impacted their business.

12 hours ago in Education, Local

High school graduation requirements may change for Washington students

Named FutureReady, the task force found in a 2025 interim report several gaps in how students are prepared to enter the world after K-12 education.

12 hours ago in Education, Local

Incoming Blaine childcare center among recipients of $56 million in state grants

The Boys and Girls Clubs of Skagit County also received one of the highest funding amounts.

12 hours ago in Local

Drug Takeback Day set for this Saturday in Whatcom County

In Whatcom County, the Sheriff's Office will accept those meds from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the North Fork and Birch Bay Libraries.

12 hours ago in Elections, Government, Local

Ballots due in one week for Lynden voters

Ballots must be postmarked by Election Day or dropped off in an official drop box by 8 p.m.

13 hours ago in Local

Temporary closure set for portion of South Bay Trail in Bellingham

Trail users should also be aware that separate construction on 10th Street near Taylor Dock may affect travel in that area. 

13 hours ago in Business, Local

Janicki Industries begins multi-state growth in aerospace, defense and more

Upon completion of an expansion in Bellingham, the company says it would provide up to 125 new jobs by the end of the year.

16 hours ago in Crime, Government, Health and Wellness, Local

Whatcom officials warn about new drug in regional illicit drug supply

Whatcom County Health and Community Services says that Narcan does not work on the drug, however Narcan's use is recommended to combat opioids that may be in the person's system.

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