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Whatcom County residents can soon learn more about new jail in Ferndale

Construction of the new jail on LaBounty Drive will begin in 2026 and the county expects it to be finished by summer 2028 at the earliest. 

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Double plays and errors send Mariners to first Game 7 still seeking their World Series debut

The only major league team without a pennant, Seattle will play a Game 7 for the first time in franchise history Monday night at Toronto.

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‘No Kings’ rally brings crowd to downtown Bellingham in protest of Trump Administration

The two-hour rally featured speeches and performances by local representatives, advocates and artists.

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Bellingham Police unveil new patrol car in tribute to breast cancer awareness, domestic violence

If you see a brightly colored police car roaming around town, it's all for a good cause. 

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Federal judge blocks Trump administration in SNAP recipient data acquisition

Washington receives nearly $130 million a year for SNAP and the AG's Office warns that any delay in that funding could be catastrophic for residents who rely on the program for food.

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Komo Kulshan Ski Swap takes place this weekend in Bellingham

The swap features both new and used skis, snowboards, boots, clothing and much more. 

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City of Bellingham seeks community input in Bakerview Neighborhood Park Master Plan

Currently, the King Mountain neighborhood and the nearby Meridian neighborhood house an estimated 7,800 people with no public parks between the two. 

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Northwest Sports Update: Bryce Miller looks to lead Mariners rebound, a Friday Night Lights rivalry, Vikings fall sports continue stellar run and more

Catch Mariners updates during the Zone's Friday Night Lights pregame show at Civic Field from 3-7 pm on KPUG.

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Indiana announces new 8-year contract with coach Curt Cignetti worth nearly $93 million

Curt Cignetti's new deal shows Indiana isn't content with being known as just a basketball school. Indiana announced a new eight-year contract with its football coach worth at least $92.8 million on Thursday, rewarding him for pushing the Hoosiers into national championship contention in just two seasons.

1 week ago in National

Ex-Trump national security adviser Bolton charged with storing and sharing classified information

John Bolton, who served as national security adviser to President Donald Trump during his first term and later became a vocal critic of the Republican leader, was charged Thursday with storing top secret records at home and sharing with relatives diary-like notes about his time in government that contained classified information.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Music

Ace Frehley, Kiss’ original lead guitarist and founding member, dies at 74

Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and founding member of the glam rock band Kiss, who captivated audiences with his elaborate galactic makeup and smoking guitar, died Thursday. He was 74.

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Lifestyle Lookout: Winter gear swap, Halloween-inspired events, Sesame Street Live and more this weekend in Bellingham and beyond

Grab your coat and enjoy the fall season in Whatcom County with these fun activities this weekend.

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“No Kings” rally scheduled for this Saturday in Bellingham

The movement, known for hosting rallies in American cities to protest the current Trump Administration, has planned hundreds of rallies to take place this Saturday across the U.S. 

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Special education services in Washington to remain intact amid federal layoffs

OLYMPIA, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – The state’s special education services will remain intact amid federal layoffs at the Department of Education.…

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Washington sues EPA over renewable energy funding cuts

The group of states claims that the EPA violated the Administrative Procedure Act and the U.S. Constitution's Separation of Powers Doctrine when the program was cancelled.

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Whatcom County judge confirms invalid voter registration for Ferndale City Council candidate

The candidate is the only one running against incumbent council member Jon Mutchler for Position 7 on Ferndale’s city council. 

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Northwest Sports Update: M’s eye bounce back after Game 3 trouncing, red-hot WWU women’s soccer, Week 7 HS football rankings and more

Luis Castillo and the M's are looking to take a 3-1 series lead tonight at T-Mobile Park.

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Blue Jays hit 5 HRs, cut Mariners’ ALCS lead to 2-1

Seattle RHP Luis Castillo starts Game 4 Thursday against RHP Max Scherzer.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Walking is good for you. Walking backward can add to the benefits

Here's a simple way to switch up your walking routine, according to experts: try going backward. Taking a brisk walk is an exercise rich in simplicity, and it can have impressive mental and physical benefits: stronger bones and muscles, cardiovascular fitness and stress relief, to name a few.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Russell Westbrook is joining the Sacramento Kings for his 18th NBA season, AP source says

Former MVP Russell Westbrook is joining the Sacramento Kings, a person familiar with the agreement told The Associated Press on Wednesday. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the team hasn't announced the deal.

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2 days 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.

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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.