Local Sports
1 week ago in Education, Elections, High School, Lifestyle, Local, Sports, Trending
Mount Vernon voters to decide on capital levy for covered bleachers, more stadium upgrades
The school board voted to send the levy to the February 2027 special election ballot.
3 weeks ago in Local Sports, Local Sports, Northwest Sports, Professional, Sports
Victor Hedman’s OT goal lifts Lightning past Kraken 4-3
Beniers’ tip-in goal in the third tied the game with 4:19 left in regulation.
4 weeks ago in Education, High School, Local, Local Sports, Sports, Trending
Mount Vernon School District mulls upgrades to athletic facilities
A district committee recommended two six-year capital levy options to fund a covered stadium, among other improvements.
Entertainment
2 hours ago in Entertainment
Awkwafina digs into her culinary roots to try something a little crazy: Open a restaurant
Awkwafina was feeling under the weather recently and decided she was going to make soup. And that startled her because she hasn't always been the kind of person who made soup.
3 hours ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending
25 years after ‘Britney,’ 5 new Britney Spears songs showcase a pop icon at a transformative moment
Legacy Recordings on Friday is releasing "Britney (25th Anniversary Edition)," an expanded reissue of her pivotal record, which went quadruple platinum in less than two months. The collection features two remixes and five previously unreleased songs from that era, her first new (or is it old?) music since she announced she would "never return to the music industry" in a 2024 Instagram post.
19 hours ago in Entertainment, Government, Lifestyle, Local, Outdoors, Trending
New online booking system coming soon for Whatcom County Parks facilities
The new system goes live on Dec. 1.
National
19 hours ago in Government, Local, National, Traffic, Trending
Bellingham awarded federal grant to speed emergency response, improve traffic safety
Funding will modernize traffic systems to help first responders move through the city faster and reduce crashes at intersections.
2 days ago in National
What’s next in the investigation of the Learjet crash in Florida that killed 9?
Investigators are just beginning the lengthy process of determining why a business jet plummeted from the sky in Florida after encountering a thunderstorm and slammed into the ground with such force that it created a crater and shattered the plane.
2 days ago in Elections, Local, National, Photos, Trending
Election night in images | Photos
See images from Whatcom County's big night for election night 2026.
2 days ago in National, Trending
Democrats usher in a new era with their resounding sweep of the House and the Senate
Democrats are riding their sweep of Congress into a new era, eager to meet voter demands for change with plans to tackle high costs of living and confront President Donald Trump's final years in the White House.
3 days ago in National
A referendum on Trump, election monitors and a Democratic shift: What to watch on Election Day
President Donald Trump has repeatedly encouraged voters to pretend he's on the ballot this Election Day. He's not, of course. But there is reason to believe that Tuesday's midterms, above all, will be a referendum on his performance over the last two years.
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3 hours ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending
25 years after ‘Britney,’ 5 new Britney Spears songs showcase a pop icon at a transformative moment
Legacy Recordings on Friday is releasing "Britney (25th Anniversary Edition)," an expanded reissue of her pivotal record, which went quadruple platinum in less than two months. The collection features two remixes and five previously unreleased songs from that era, her first new (or is it old?) music since she announced she would "never return to the music industry" in a 2024 Instagram post.
Cristiano Ronaldo announces his international retirement from Portugal
Cristiano Ronaldo won't play for Portugal anymore, ending on Thursday a career that spanned six World Cups and included a European title and the men's all-time international scoring record.
News from My Bellingham Now
19 hours ago in Government, Local, National, Traffic, Trending
Bellingham awarded federal grant to speed emergency response, improve traffic safety
Funding will modernize traffic systems to help first responders move through the city faster and reduce crashes at intersections.
19 hours ago in Education, Local, Trending
Whatcom Community College launches new allied health degree
New program helps students pursue healthcare careers while creating a pathway to bachelor's degrees.
19 hours ago in Crime, Dedicated To Service, Local
Ferndale Police, fire crews conduct emergency response training this month
Residents may hear simulated gunfire and see increased emergency personnel near Johnstone Supply on Thursdays through Nov. 19.
19 hours ago in Education, Local, Trending
BPS holds public hearings following student walkout over potential school closures
Monday night's public hearing lasted well over 2 hours.
19 hours ago in Entertainment, Government, Lifestyle, Local, Outdoors, Trending
New online booking system coming soon for Whatcom County Parks facilities
The new system goes live on Dec. 1.
Music
3 hours ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending
25 years after ‘Britney,’ 5 new Britney Spears songs showcase a pop icon at a transformative moment
Legacy Recordings on Friday is releasing "Britney (25th Anniversary Edition)," an expanded reissue of her pivotal record, which went quadruple platinum in less than two months. The collection features two remixes and five previously unreleased songs from that era, her first new (or is it old?) music since she announced she would "never return to the music industry" in a 2024 Instagram post.
1 day ago in Entertainment, Music
Everything you need to know about the 2026 Latin Grammy Awards. Here’s how to watch
The 2026 Latin Grammy Awards are right around the corner. Are you ready? If not, no problema. Here's everything you need to know about watching the 2026 Latin Grammys, including how to stream the show and where you can see music's biggest stars walking the red carpet.
1 week ago in Entertainment, Music
Jay-Z picks himself to headline the Super Bowl halftime show at SoFi Stadium in Southern California
The man who has helped produce the Super Bowl halftime show is stepping into the spotlight: Jay-Z will headline the show himself. The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Monday night that Jay-Z will be the featured performer for the halftime festivities on Feb. 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
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