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15 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending
FIFA announces Super Bowl-style World Cup final halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira and BTS
The World Cup final will feature a star-studded halftime show headlined by Madonna, Shakira and boy-band BTS. FIFA has announced that, for the first time, the final at the Metlife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19 will include a Super Bowl-style concert.
15 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
After the Kendrick Lamar beef, can Drake come back with ‘Iceman’?
Drake has returned as the "Iceman." And the stakes couldn't be higher. His ninth studio album — and his first since his extravagant loss in a very public feud with Kendrick Lamar — arrives Friday.
Northwest Sports Update: M’s take series in Houston, Cal to IL, WWU softball opens national tourney with upset and more
WWU edged Cal State East Bay to open the NCAA D-II West Regional with a win.
Federal funds come to Washington state for flood recovery, COVID-19 reimbursement
The funds will be used to help homeowners whose properties are eligible for buyouts in flood-prone regions.
B.C. men accused of smuggling Vietnamese nationals into Bellingham
If convicted, the men could face up to 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
Adjudication workshop scheduled in Skagit County
Some Skagit County residents are affected by the water adjudication for the Nooksack watershed.
WTA ending long-term bus passes ahead of major fare changes in fall
Friday, May 15, is the final day to buy WTA's 92-day passes.
Man arrested following fatal crash east of Ferndale
The suspect was booked into the Whatcom County Jail on six separate charges without bail.
New ferry district in Whatcom County established
A proposed tax levy to fund the Whatcom Chief's operation will be voted on in late July, with residents encouraged to weigh in ahead of the vote.
21 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Chaka Khan and Vince Gill recordings enter national registry
The new inductees into the National Recording Registry at the Library of Congress include Swift's blockbuster 2014 pop album "1989," Beyoncé's era-defining 2008 anthem "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)," Khan's genre-blending hit "I Feel for You," Vince Gill's emotional ballad "Go Rest High on That Mountain" and The Go-Go's groundbreaking debut album "Beauty and the Beat."
21 hours ago in Sports
Braves reach 30 wins with another thrilling win that shows off myriad weapons
The Atlanta Braves keep finding new ways to win. It's all added up to being the first team in the big leagues to 30 victories.
Lifestyle Lookout: Severance, a magic show, Blaine Spring Party and more
Don’t let a little wet weather put a damper on your weekend plans. We have a ton of fun events to check out in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout.
Backcountry Essentials celebrates 20 years in business
With summer just around the bend, it is a great opportunity to stock up on all your outdoor gear to safely hit the trails or get your winter gear ready for storage.
Osaze De Rosario’s goal in 89th minute helps Sounders beat Earthquakes 3-2
The Sounders (7-1-3) are third in the Western Conference with 24 points.
Cole’s 10th-inning RBI single lifts the Astros past the Mariners, 4-3
J.P. Crawford and Luke Raley hit solo home runs for the Mariners.
2 days ago in National, Trending
Prosecutors to retry Alex Murdaugh in deaths of wife and son after high court overturned convictions
Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions and life sentence for the deaths of his wife and son were overturned Wednesday by the South Carolina Supreme Court because the court clerk at his trial suggested he was guilty. But the disgraced lawyer won't be leaving prison anytime soon.
2 days ago in Entertainment
20 years after a 22-minute ovation, Guillermo del Toro and ‘Pan’s Labyrinth’ return to Cannes
Twenty years ago, Guillermo del Toro premiered "Pan's Labyrinth" at the Cannes Film Festival. He went in anxious. It was toward the end of the festival and many journalists had left. The movie's production had been a nightmare.
Northwest Sports Update: Cal washes off slump, Bryce Miller to make season debut, Lynden softball wins district title and more
Bryce Miller is making his season debut against the Astros on Wednesday night.
WSDOT targets 4th of July reopening for North Cascades Highway as repairs continue
Crews are conducting around the clock emergency repairs on two separate stretches of the highway.
Birch Bay Waterslides listed for sale after announced closure
Listing agent Patrick Starr notes that future owners could capitalize on expanding into the nearly 14.5 acres of space.
