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Challenge on ballot language for tax repeal initiative heads to WA Supreme Court
The disclosure tells voters the measure to repeal the Millionaire's Tax would reduce funding for K-12 education, higher education and human services.
Paving work wraps up this week on Hwy 9
Crews have been taking advantage of drier weather to finish smoothing out the bumps.
Scherzer fans 10 for first win since March, Blue Jays blank Mariners 7-0 to complete sweep
Logan Gilbert allowed three runs and six hits in five innings, snapping a streak of three straight winning starts.
Seahawks preseason finale, M’s face demons in Toronto, WWU soccer nets pair of wins to open season and more | Northwest Sports Update
Jalen Milroe and the Seahawks will look to notch their first preseason win tonight in Kansas City.
Chemical Safety Board warned Longview paper mill months prior to tank explosion
An inspection revealed thinned areas of the tank's shell which may have led to its failure in May 2026.
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Nashville’s airport would be renamed for Dolly Parton under Tennessee governor’s proposal
Nashville International Airport would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal announced Friday by Tennessee's governor.
Two Bellingham authors announced as finalists for Washington State Book Awards
Rena Priest and Cori Winrock are both finalists in the creative nonfiction and memoir category.
UPDATE: Level 3 evacuation lifted after vehicle hits propane tank south of Sedro-Woolley
Skagit County announced roughly an hour after the crash that residents are safe to return to the area in Clear Lake.
Bellingham increases land use permit fees for first time since 2007
Starting on Oct. 1, the existing fees will rise by roughly 37% to account for inflation.
Beats on the Bay moves final performance on land
The Community Boating Center says it's looking to address a host of safety issues during the event.
Threats against WCC end in Bellingham man’s arrest
An out-of-state caller reported the threats were made in a social media chatroom.
2 weeks ago in National
Tropical Storms Karina and Lowell form in the Pacific Ocean as Dolly churns in the Atlantic
Tropical Storms Karina and Lowell formed Thursday in the Pacific Ocean, both of which were expected to become hurricanes in the next few days, the National Hurricane Center said.
2 weeks ago in National
As super El Nino strengthens, study suggests that climate change is intensifying El Ninos
A new study suggests that El Ninos — the natural climatic chaos agent that pops up periodically and spikes global temperatures — are getting stronger because of human-caused climate change.
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Roger Federer heads to the Tennis Hall of Fame and says he ‘had the best time’ during his career
Roger Federer will have a chance to reflect back on his career Saturday when he is enshrined in the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island. The 45-year-old from Switzerland, who will be honored along with broadcaster and former player Mary Carillo, said it would be his first trip to Newport.
Ecology issues initial environmental violations for paper mill explosion
The department reports 35 violations, for which Nippon Dynawave Packaging will have 30 days to respond before penalties or other enforcement actions may be issued.
Big Cat’s extension, Geno clears waivers in Cincy, WWU sports kicks off fall season and more | Northwest Sports Update
The Seahawks signed Leonard Williams to a three-year extension today, keeping him in Seattle through the 2029 season.
Washington to receive up to $339 million in Meta settlement
It ended a nationwide lawsuit accusing the company of knowingly failing to protect children on Facebook and Instagram.
WA AG joins lawsuit targeting new federal healthcare conditions
Healthcare providers could lose access to the funds if they don't comply with the new provisions in Title X funding.
Mount Vernon moves to ban sale, distribution of kratom
The decision comes amid growing concerns and calls to regulate a concentrated byproduct of kratom called 7-OH.
Standup Comedy, Wiffleball, Hot Rods, Dahlias and more | Lifestyle Lookout
It will be perfect this weekend to get out and enjoy some fun activities. We have it all for you in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout.
