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Nooksack Valley student killed in car crash in Everson

Whatcom County Sheriff's spokesperson Deb Slater says that the three teens were in a car that was speeding on Noon Road early on Monday.

1 week ago in Features

How to draw every president and first lady in 4 steps

John Hutton, a North Carolina art history professor who draws in his spare time, outlined his four-step technique in a new book, "How to Draw the Presidents & First Ladies," published in July by the White House Historical Association.

1 week ago in Entertainment

Oscar buzz builds for Dwayne Johnson’s role as Mark Kerr in ‘The Smashing Machine’

Dwayne Johnson takes a serious turn as UFC fighter Mark Kerr in "The Smashing Machine," which had its world premiere Monday at the Venice Film Festival. "I have for a long time wanted this," Johnson said before the premiere.

1 week ago in Sports

Naomi Osaka and Iga Swiatek roll into the quarterfinals at the US Open

Naomi Osaka and Iga Swiatek rolled into the quarterfinals at the U.S. Open, showing off what once made each of them the top-ranked women's tennis player in the world.

1 week ago in Sports

Belichick’s college coaching debut at North Carolina ends in blowout loss to TCU

Monday night's hyped-up debut turned into a romp by TCU — along with a reminder that even an NFL icon with six Super Bowl titles as a head coach can't just magically turn the Tar Heels into winners after decades of also-ran status.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Trending

Anna Wintour taps Chloe Malle as Vogue successor — but she’s still in charge

Anna Wintour ended weeks of fashion-world speculation Tuesday when she named Chloe Malle her successor as head of editorial content at Vogue — but the most powerful person in the business isn't going anywhere.

1 week ago in World

Rescuers race to find Afghan quake survivors as death toll passes 1,400

The Taliban said the death toll from a major earthquake in eastern Afghanistan passed 1,400 on Tuesday, with more than 3,000 people injured, as the United Nations warned of an exponential rise in casualties.

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Baz stops losing streak as Rays rout Mariners 10-2 for 4th straight win

Rays right-hander Drew Rasmussen (10-5, 2.64 ERA) faces RHP Bryan Woo (12-7, 2.95) when the series continues Tuesday night.

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TRAFFIC: Roadwork resumes on I-5 this week in Ferndale

WSDOT says that construction will begin on Tuesday night for the southbound lanes in Ferndale.

1 week ago in , Heating and AC Expert

Tips to Keep Homes Cool and HVAC Systems Running Smoothly in September

With a mix of cool nights and warm afternoons expected, local experts say combining good habits with regular HVAC maintenance is the best way to keep Whatcom County homes comfortable this fall. 

1 week ago in , Northwest Clean Air Agency 

Risks from Smoke Remain High as We Start Heading into Fall and Winter Months

Do your part to avoid adding to the "smoke load" in your community and protect the air we all breathe.

1 week ago in , Veterinary Expert

Local Vets Stress Importance of Routine Care for Pets

Whatcom Veterinary Hospital encourages pet owners not to wait until an emergency arises. By scheduling regular visits, families can help ensure their pets remain healthy, active companions for years to come.

2 weeks ago in

Two firefighters at Bear Gulch Fire in federal custody amidst investigation

The federal agency didn't list a reason for their investigation, but U.S. Border Patrol in Blaine said that BLM had been looking into timecard fraud allegations.

2 weeks ago in

Fire crews respond to three wildfires in the North Cascades

Trails and camps near the fire have been closed as crews work to contain the blaze. 

2 weeks ago in

Northwest Sports Update: Mariners hit the road, college football is back, Storm mount historic comeback and more

The Storm rallied to beat one of the league's best teams and some much-needed playoff security.

2 weeks ago in

Washington State Ferry to allow dogs on ferries for the next six months

Larger dogs have to stay on the floor, while small dogs should be on their owner's lap or in a carrier.

2 weeks ago in World

Peace efforts in limbo as Ukraine’s capital mourns 23 dead after Russian attack

The death toll in a major Russian missile and drone strike on the Ukrainian capital rose to 23, including four children, officials said Friday, as U.S.-led efforts to end the three-year war remain stuck in apparent limbo.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Micah Parsons joins other NFL stars traded away during their primes

The shocking decision by the Dallas Cowboys to trade Micah Parsons to Green Bay after four dominant seasons as a pass rusher is far from unprecedented.

2 weeks ago in Sports

F1 tension builds as Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris resume title fight at the Dutch GP

Ahead of this weekend's Dutch Grand Prix, the first race in four weeks, Oscar Piastri is just nine points ahead of his McLaren teammate and title rival Lando Norris, who won three of the last four races before the mid-season break.

2 weeks ago in National

Trump revokes Secret Service protection for former Vice President Harris after Biden had extended it

President Donald Trump has revoked Secret Service protection for former Vice President Kamala Harris, a senior White House official said on Friday.

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7 hours ago in National

Kiko weakens into a tropical storm but brings dangerous surf to Hawaii

Tropical Storm Kiko was creating high surf and rip currents for parts of Hawaii even as the system weakened just to the north of the islands, forecasters said.

7 hours ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Apple has unveiled its iPhone 17 lineup, including the first iPhone Air. Here’s what’s new

Apple's iPhone 17 lineup is here. The tech giant on Tuesday unveiled four new models that mark the latest editions to its marquee product.

15 hours ago in National

Hegseth and Caine visit Puerto Rico as US steps up military operations in the Caribbean

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, arrived in Puerto Rico on Monday for an unexpected visit as the U.S. steps up its military operations against drug cartels in the Caribbean.