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2 weeks ago in Entertainment
A character wouldn’t leave Reese Witherspoon alone. It led to her first novel
Reese Witherspoon's first novel for adults began with the kind of inspiration veteran fiction writers know well — a character who wouldn't leave her alone.
2 weeks ago in National
County judge in Chicago area bars ICE from arresting people at court
Cook County's top judge signed an order barring ICE from arresting people at court. Cook County includes Chicago, which has seen a federal immigration crackdown in recent months.
Bloedel Donovan Park reopens with upgraded playground
It includes over 40 play features, including slides, climbers, swings and 11 elevated features that are ramp accessible to wheelchairs.
Road access to Artist Point at Mount Baker closed for winter season
The final stretch of the Mount Baker Highway will not reopen until likely June if weather patterns follow previous trends.
The Great Washington Shakeout takes place on October 16
For all the details and ideas for how you can participate, go to shakeout.org/washington.
Where to watch the Mariners game tonight in Bellingham
The My Bellingham Now newsroom has compiled a handful of our favorite places to watch post-season baseball, from sports bars to nightclubs.
Northwest Sports Headlines: M’s battle Blue Jays in Seattle, Big Dumper snubbed as Gold Glove finalist, WWU basketball opens with Viking Jam and more
George Kirby is on the mound for tonight's 5:08 first pitch between the M's and Blue Jays at T-Mobile.
Retail vacancies in Bellingham increase as costs to operate rise
BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Bellingham’s retail vacancy rate rose in the third quarter of 2025. According to Pacific Continental Realty…
Border Patrol agent involved in crash during car chase in north Whatcom County
The agent and the uninvolved third-party driver suffered minor injuries and were transported to PeaceHealth St. Joseph's Medical Center.
Whatcom County Council to discuss possibility of merging some local fire districts
An outside consultant recommended consolidating Fire Districts 7 and 17, as well as District 18 and the South Whatcom Fire Authority.
Mitch Nolze: South Whatcom Fire Authority Fire Chief
Whether it's heading a department that serves its community with speed and integrity or making sure Whatcom County's resources are properly allocated for unpredictable dangers, Nolze works to approach these tasks with a level head.
2 weeks ago in National
Supreme Court takes up GOP-led challenge to Voting Rights Act that could affect control of Congress
The Supreme Court is taking up a major Republican-led challenge to the Voting Rights Act, the centerpiece legislation of the Civil Rights Movement, that could gut a key provision of the law that prohibits racial discrimination in redistricting.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Yamamoto throws 3-hitter as Dodgers beat Brewers 5-1 for 2-0 lead in NLCS
Relying on an old-school pitching strategy has the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers two wins from returning to the Fall Classic.
Ongoing government shutdown could impact healthcare of thousands of Washington residents
Open enrollment for 2026 begins on Nov. 1 through the Washington Healthplanfinder.
Orcas Island woman released from Israeli detention facility following Gaza aid flotilla
Israel's military intercepted the flotilla and detained its members on Oct. 1.
Utility rates for Bellingham residents to increase in 2026
On average, water customers will see an average increase of 13.5%, with additional increases planned in the coming years.
Two people fined for ‘probates for profit’ scheme in Skagit County
The two collected unjustified commissions on estate homes behind the backs of families of deceased strangers.
Lynden City Council approves new sales tax starting January
The city projects the tax will raise up to $400,000 in revenue next year.
2 weeks ago in National
Trump honoring Charlie Kirk with Presidential Medal of Freedom on what would be his 32nd birthday
President Donald Trump on Tuesday is posthumously awarding America's highest civilian honor to Charlie Kirk, the assassinated activist who inspired a generation of young conservatives and helped push the nation's politics further to the right.
Northwest Sports Update: Mariners travel back home, Kraken begin first road trip, WWU women’s basketball top preseason GNAC rankings and more
Jorge Polanco and the M's will look to keep up their magical October tomorrow night in Seattle.
