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Former ‘Oculis Lodge’ site opens reservations as new Airbnb
Amenities at the space include a private sauna, hot tub and a functioning kitchen.
Bellingham City Council to consider alley closures in downtown
If approved, the ordinance would give the city's Public Works Director the power to close certain alleys in an effort to deter crime.
Northwest Sports Update: US plays for WBC title, March Madness tips off, drama with Seattle’s FIFA match and more
Cal Raleigh and the US take on Venezuela at 5:00 tonight for the World Baseball Classic championship.
7 days ago in , Professional
NBA owners will work on expansion again next week with Vegas and Seattle the targets, AP sources say
Seattle had a team until the SuperSonics were moved to Oklahoma City in 2008. Las Vegas has wanted a team for some time; Basketball Hall of Famer Magic Johnson is among the names most often mentioned as part of potential ownership if a team gets awarded there.
1 week ago in National
Winds, blizzards and triple-digit heat put over half of the US in the path of extreme weather
From a surprising heatwave in California to blizzards burying parts of the Midwest and storms rolling into the East Coast, chaotic weather on Monday put more than half the nation's population in the path of extreme conditions.
1 week ago in National
What’s in the voting bill that Republicans are pushing to the Senate floor
Legislation that would require proof of U.S. citizenship for new voters has become a rallying cry for President Donald Trump, who claims that passage of the bill will "guarantee the midterms" for his Republican Party in November.
Whatcom County hosts community engagement session for new jail
Thursday's meeting will take place at 6 p.m. in the Lynden City Annex Chamber on 4th Street.
1 week ago in National, Trending
Storms cancel more US flights as TSA remains under pressure from partial government shutdown
Thousands of flights across the U.S. were canceled or delayed Monday as powerful storms swept across the eastern half of the country and a partial government shutdown affecting airport security screeners dragged into a second month.
1 week ago in Sports
Dominican WBC loss ends on called strike that appeared low, a week before robot umps arrive in MLB
Geraldo Perdomo watched Mason Miller's full-count slider appear to drop just under the strike zone and took a step toward his team's dugout on the third-base side, thinking he walked to put runners at the corners. Then plate umpire Cory Blaser emphatically signaled strike three, stranding the potential tying run at third base and giving the United States a 2-1 win Sunday night that advanced the Americans to the World Baseball Classic championship game against Venezuela or Italy.
1 week ago in Entertainment
Burgers, cocktails, sparkly new duds: Oscar winners, losers and guests hit the after-parties
For most people across the globe, Oscar night ends with the bestowing of that final golden statuette. Not for Oscar winners and guests, of course. Their night is just beginning.
WSDOT to install new signs, traffic sensors to portion of I-5 in Skagit County
Drivers may experience some delays during the closure.
1 week ago in World
Island-wide blackout hits Cuba as island struggles with deepening energy crisis
Officials in Cuba reported an island-wide blackout Monday in the country of some 11 million people as its energy and economic crises deepen and its power grid continues to crumble.
CONTRIBUTED: December flooding: From rapid response to long-term recovery
“I’ll believe it when I see it.” You know that phrase. The skeptic in us wants to see evidence, rather…
1 week ago in Lifestyle
When gas prices go up, changing the way you drive can stretch your fuel just a bit farther
When gas prices spike, filling up gets more painful. But consumers can do something to stretch their fuel just a little farther: Change the way they drive.
Ja Rule, Fat Joe scheduled to perform at Northwest Washington Fair this summer
Tickets go on pre-sale Wednesday, March 18, with public ticket sales going live on Friday at 9 a.m.
1 week ago in Entertainment
Stars deliver modern and colorful looks on Oscars red carpet
Pops of color dominated the Oscars red carpet as stars like Renate Reinsve to Chase Infiniti stunned in colorful gowns that put a modern twist on traditional Oscars red carpet glamour.
1 week ago in Sports, Trending
Duke heads into March Madness ranked No. 1 in AP Top 25, Purdue, St. John’s back in top 10
Duke is the No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament and No. 1 in the final AP Top 25 of the regular season. The Blue Devils received 50 first-place votes from a 57-person media panel in The Associated Press men's basketball poll released Monday, a day after they were named the top overall seed in the NCAA Tournament.
Gov. Ferguson signs series of bills passed during 2026 legislative session
Gov. Ferguson was scheduled to sign two dozen more bills on Monday, March 16 and is set to sign another 11 bills into law the following day.
Northwest Sports Update: NBA to vote on Sonics, March Madness brackets set, US to WBC title game and more
The NBA's board of governors will vote next week on whether to start the bidding process for an expansion team in Seattle.
1 week ago in Entertainment
‘One Battle After Another’ triumphs at 98th Academy Awards in coronation for Paul Thomas Anderson
Paul Thomas Anderson, left center, Sara Murphy, right center, and the team from "One Battle After Another" accept the award for best picture during the Oscars on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)
