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6 days ago in World
Polo strengthens to a Category 5 hurricane off Mexico’s Pacific coast
Hurricane Polo grew into a Category 5 storm Tuesday in the eastern Pacific off southwestern Mexico and was forecast to bring heavy rain to southwestern Mexico but remain offshore.
State Street to close for filming a major motion picture
The movie has not been named, though several casting calls for extras have become active.
Tanker overturns in south Bellingham, blocks road for hours
None of the liquid nitrogen spilled, and no injuries were reported. Power was restored and roads reopened around 9:30 p.m.
Wild Week 3 in prep football, Seahawks win 10th straight over Cards, Penix to make season debut on Thursday and more | Northwest Sports Update
JSN had a career game to help the Seahawks knock off their divisional foes.
New preschool sites coming to Whatcom County schools
Low-income families could be eligible for free preschool in Lynden, Ferndale and Blaine.
Diesel prices reach all-time record in Whatcom County
They also set records at the state and national level, while the price of regular gas has remained stable over the past week.
Second hiker found dead on trail in Skagit County
The recovery operation was conducted less than 24 hours after another hiker's body was found off the same trail.
Car crash caused by medical issue kills Sumas man
The driver was the only person in the car at the time.
1 week ago in World
World leaders in New York to grapple with climate. Fuel prices, AI and disasters complicate things
World and business leaders gathering this week in New York are being forced to grapple with the increasingly urgent costs of climate change, soaring energy prices and the human toll from this summer's oppressive heat waves, prolific wildfires and catastrophic Nepal flood.
1 week ago in Entertainment
Presley Gerber, son of Cindy Crawford, dies at 27, family representative says
Presley Gerber, the son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, died on Sunday at age 27, a family representative said. Gerber died at a rehab facility, according to online records of the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner.
1 week ago in Sports
Justin Verlander is retiring. With a work stoppage on the horizon, how many others might join him?
The 43-year-old Justin Verlander has already announced this is his final year. Some other prominent players may also have made — or might be making — their last appearances in the major leagues.
1 week ago in Sports
Injuries to Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels deprive the NFL of 2 young stars
Caleb Williams was carted off the field with a hamstring injury. Jayden Daniels needed a cart after he dislocated his elbow again. Williams and Daniels already were linked together as Heisman Trophy winners selected with the first two picks of the 2024 NFL draft.
1 week ago in Lifestyle
There’s an easy way to get rid of all the reusable bags piling up in your home
The environmental impact of a reusable bag is relatively small, so ending up with a sizable stash isn't a significant problem. Still, paring down can declutter cupboards and lead to a smaller collection that'll actually get used. As for the excess, donate to food banks and thrift stores.
Tiny wild cat newly identified as a species draws curious visitors in Bolivia
A tiny wild cat hidden away in the cloud forests of Bolivia has become an unlikely tourist attraction, drawing a stream of visitors hoping for a glimpse of the animal that scientists have identified as a brand new species.
Anderson tosses 7 shutout innings, Mariners beat Rockies 2-1 to avoid elimination
The Mariners (73-83) gained a game on Texas in the AL West and avoided, temporarily, being eliminated from the AL wild-card race.
Drew Lock connects for 3 TDs with Jaxon Smith-Njigba; Seahawks roll past Cardinals 31-7
The defending Super Bowl champions have now won 10 straight over their NFC West rival going back to 2022.
PeaceHealth to lay off 150 WA employees, including 17 in Bellingham
The organization could announce more layoffs as it prepares to outsource its IT services in November.
