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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

1 hour ago in Entertainment, Music

Everything you need to know about the 2026 Latin Grammy Awards. Here’s how to watch

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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 hour ago in Entertainment

Russell Brand has been convicted of rape and sexual assault

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Russell Brand was convicted Thursday of rape and sexual assault charges on allegations dating back more than 20 years. Judge Joel Bennathan said Brand faces a "significant" prison term when he is sentenced Monday. He had been free on bail but was taken into custody.

1 hour ago in Entertainment

Bingo, Care Bears, Pokémon cards and the classic playground slide make it into the Toy Hall of Fame

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Bingo, Care Bears, the Pokémon Trading Card Game and the humble playground slide have all made it into the National Toy Hall of Fame, taking their place alongside classics like Mr. Potato Head and G.I. Joe.

National

18 hours 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.

20 hours ago in Elections, Local, National, Photos, Trending

Election night in images | Photos

See images from Whatcom County's big night for election night 2026.

1 day 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.

2 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.

2 days ago in Business, Lifestyle, Local, National, Traffic, Trending

Gas drops below $5 in Whatcom County for first time in months

Whatcom and Skagit remain two of the least expensive counties for gas in the state.

Trending

1 hour ago in Sports, Trending

Cristiano Ronaldo announces his international retirement from Portugal

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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.

1 day 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.

News from My Bellingham Now

16 hours ago in Crime, Education, Local

Some Ferndale schools briefly locked down following burglary report, no information on suspects

Ferndale Police says there does not appear to be any ongoing threat to the public amid their active investigation.

18 hours ago in Local

Bellingham native severely injured in Spain train crash

A GoFundMe has been started to support Austin Hartman amid his long road to recovery.

18 hours ago in Education, Local

Whatcom Community College receives $6.75 million grant to bolster cybersecurity education

WCC will create a new workforce advisory council to better align the school's programs with industry needs.

18 hours ago in Environmental, Local

Army Corps repairs damaged levees in Whatcom, Skagit counties ahead of flood season

None of the levees were in imminent danger of failing, but had suffered minor damage during last year's flooding.

19 hours ago in Environmental, Local

New agreement reached over future Bellingham fish passage projects

A study found dozens of underpasses that fully or partially block fish passage across city limits.

Music

1 hour ago in Entertainment, Music

Everything you need to know about the 2026 Latin Grammy Awards. Here’s how to watch

Fresh

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.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Why big music stars like Harry Styles and Celine Dion are embracing residencies

For Harry Styles' dedicated audience, it is the can't-miss event of the year: Tens of thousands have descended on New York City's Madison Square Garden each night of his 30-date residency, rushing to catch the show before it concludes Halloween weekend.

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