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Barbara Demorest: Founder of Knitted Knockers

Meet the founder of the Whatcom County-based nonprofit supporting people impacted by breast cancer around the world.

1 day ago in Sports

Terry Rozier’s arrest leaves the Miami Heat stunned, and trying to figure out what happens next

The reality began setting in for the Miami Heat on Friday when they gathered for a morning shootaround practice and Terry Rozier wasn't with the team. And that almost certainly won't change anytime soon.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music

Miguel’s ‘CAOS,’ fueled by anger and angst, is his first studio album in nearly a decade

If you wondered why Miguel didn't release a studio album for nearly a decade, his response is simple: life.

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Northwest Sports Update: Mariners earn postseason honors, Storm name new coach, Friday Night Lights in Nooksack and more

The Zone's Friday Night Lights pregame show is live at Nooksack Valley from 3 to 7 today on KPUG.

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Local and state leaders call for lower legal threshold for impaired driving in Washington

It comes as more than half of the fatal crashes in Washington between 2017 and 2021 involved impaired drivers.

2 days ago in Sports

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami complete new contract. He’ll remain with the club at least into 2026

Lionel Messi has finally agreed to a new contract with Inter Miami, a deal that required several months to complete and ensures that the sport's biggest icon will be with the Major League Soccer club for its planned move into a new stadium next year.

2 days ago in National

States worry about how to fill the gap in food aid ahead of a federal benefits halt

Officials in Louisiana, Vermont and Virginia pledged Thursday to keep food aid flowing to recipients in their states, even if the federal program is stalled next month because of the government shutdown.

2 days ago in National

Trump says he’s ending trade talks with Canada over TV ads

President Donald Trump announced he's ending "all trade negotiations" with Canada because of a television ad opposing U.S. tariffs that he said misstated the facts and called "egregious behavior" aimed at influencing U.S. court decisions.

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CONTRIBUTED: Prepare in a Year – Prepare your Pets for Emergencies

BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Our corner of the country is known for being dog friendly. In fact, Whatcom County is…

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Joey Daccord makes 32 saves in the Kraken’s 3-0 victory over the Jets

Next up, the Kraken host Edmonton on Saturday night.

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Lifestyle Lookout: Halloween events, a spooky circus show, live music and more this weekend in Bellingham

KGMI's Adam Smith has your weekend plans set with this week's Lifestyle Lookout.

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Dept. of Health receives additional funding for food assistance program in Washington

According to the DOH, nearly 5,000 Whatcom County residents received support from the program last year. 

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Health insurance costs rise in 2026 as open enrollment begins next week

Open enrollment begins on Nov. 1 for residents who do not get their health insurance through an employer, spouse or government program.

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Lynden narrows search for new chief of police, community invited to meet final candidates

Each candidate will give a brief overview of their career and experience before community members have a chance to give their feedback at the end of the event.

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Gale warning issued for San Juan Islands, high winds hit western Whatcom County

Residents in impacted areas are urged to secure loose outdoor objects and secure any vessels on the water.

2 days ago in National

Trump backs off planned surge of federal agents into San Francisco after talking to the mayor

President Donald Trump said Thursday that he's backing off a planned surge of federal agents into San Francisco after speaking to the mayor, as protesters gathered outside a U.S. Coast Guard base where they were located.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons make the case for the wild ride that is ‘Bugonia’

"Bugonia" arrives in select theaters this weekend on a wave of good buzz and reviews after premiering at the Venice Film Festival. But it's also coming into a theatrical marketplace that has been, at best, tough on art films and awards hopefuls, no matter how starry or well-reviewed.

2 days ago in Sports

Rookie Trey Yesasave to start World Series opener for Blue Jays, just his 7th big league game

Rookie Trey Yesasave will start Friday night's World Series opener for the Toronto Blue Jays against the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers and Blake Snell, giving the 22-year-old more postseason starts than career regular-season outings.

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Blaine man died in federal custody after car crash near Peace Arch border crossing

BLAINE, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – A Blaine man died while in federal custody following a car crash and brief chase near…

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1 day ago in Entertainment, Music

Miguel’s ‘CAOS,’ fueled by anger and angst, is his first studio album in nearly a decade

If you wondered why Miguel didn't release a studio album for nearly a decade, his response is simple: life.

2 days ago in National

States worry about how to fill the gap in food aid ahead of a federal benefits halt

Officials in Louisiana, Vermont and Virginia pledged Thursday to keep food aid flowing to recipients in their states, even if the federal program is stalled next month because of the government shutdown.

2 days ago in National

Trump says he’s ending trade talks with Canada over TV ads

President Donald Trump announced he's ending "all trade negotiations" with Canada because of a television ad opposing U.S. tariffs that he said misstated the facts and called "egregious behavior" aimed at influencing U.S. court decisions.