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2 weeks ago in World
100 schoolchildren abducted in Nigeria are released but more are still held
A total of 100 of the schoolchildren abducted from a Nigerian Catholic school last month and released over the weekend were hosted at a government-organized ceremony on Monday, many of them looking lost but relieved.
2 weeks ago in World
Magnitude 7.5 quake in northern Japan injures 23 people and triggers a tsunami
A powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck off northern Japan late Monday, injuring more than 20 people and triggering a tsunami of up to 70 centimeters (28 inches) in Pacific coast communities, officials said.
Port of Bellingham Commissioner Michael Shepard declares bid for state senate
He'll aim to replace Sharon Shewmake, who recently announced that she won't seek reelection.
Whatcom Land Trust accepts interim ownership of Cloud Mountain Farm Center
Whatcom Land Trust says they are committed to allowing community partners to continue to use the facilities on the property, such as Twin Sisters Mobile Market.
Upcoming event offers information on Birch Bay incorporation study
The study evaluates the financial feasibility for Birch Bay to become its own city.
Student employees at WWU file to form union for a third time in three years
If passed into law, HB 1570 would allow OSEs to join WAWU-UAW 4929, which is the same union that WWU's Educational Student Employees are a part of.
Whatcom County, consultants available to help residents with water adjudication paperwork
No appointments are necessary, but folks are encouraged to bring any water rights information they may already have.
Hawai’i man killed following incident on I-5 near Alger
WSP says that the incident remains under investigation.
Northwest Sports Update: M’s trade Ford, Hawks tied for NFC lead, Huskes/Cougs bowl game schedule and more
The M's dealt their top catching prospect in their first big trade of the offseason.
UPDATE: All lanes open on NB I-5 following collision at Slater Road
As of 2:37 p.m., all lanes have reopened in the area.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
If you want that tattoo erased it’s going to hurt and it’s going to cost you
Some tattoos simply have to go for one reason or many others. But the process of taking them off is longer, much more costly and ouch — extremely more painful than getting them put on, according to professionals in the industry.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Jeff Kent elected to baseball Hall of Fame, which again keeps doors shut for Bonds and Clemens
Elected to baseball's Hall of Fame more than 17 years after his final game, Jeff Kent couldn't control his emotions. "Absolutely unprepared. Emotionally unstable," he said after Sunday's vote announcement. "Thoughts are so far clouded."
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
‘One Battle After Another’ leads Golden Globe nominations
Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" scored a leading nine nominations to the 83rd Golden Globe Awards on Monday, adding to the Oscar favorite's momentum and handing Warner Bros. a victory amid Netflix's acquisition deal.
2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
Indiana grabs top seed in College Football Playoff. Alabama and Miami make it, Notre Dame left out
Most of that second-guessing came from Notre Dame, which was passed over in favor of Alabama and Miami for two of the bracket's bubble spots.
Rashid Shaheed returns kickoff 100 yards for TD and Seahawks blow away hapless Falcons 37-9
The Seahawks were bolstered on the defensive side by the return of safety Julian Love and tackle Jarran Reed.
Whatcom County Public Works to reduce service heading into winter
A lack of funding has forced the department to focus its attention on emergency services and keeping key roads open.
City of Bellingham announces additional paid parking zones in Fairhaven
Parts of the neighborhood that currently have 2-hour parking will make the transition early next year.
Updated weather forecast for Bellingham shows heavy rain, elevated snow levels and potential river flooding into next week
With snow levels at around 5,000 to 6,000 ft, the NWS is also warning residents of the elevated risk for landslides from heavier rainfall runoff in these areas.
Northwest Sports Update: FIFA World Cup groups announced, Seahawks travel to Atlanta, WWU women eye sixth-straight win and more
The United States will face Australia in Seattle on June 19 for their second match of group-stage play.
PNW Media Group and DeWaard & Bode Raise $440,577 for 2025 Feed the Need Fundraiser
The 2025 total marks one of the campaign’s strongest fundraising years, underscoring the region’s commitment to helping neighbors in need.
