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Port of Bellingham releases new study analyzing industrial land use
It found that there's nearly 3,400 acres of developable land left in Whatcom County that's currently zoned for industrial use, which meets targets for future job growth.
3 weeks ago in National
Trump says he’ll keep extending TikTok shutdown deadline
President Donald Trump is calling national security and privacy concerns related to TikTok and its Chinese parent company "highly overrated" and said Friday he'll keep extending the deadline for the popular video-sharing platform until there's a buyer.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
Lil Nas X jailed on suspicion of charging at police on LA street where he walked nearly naked
Rapper Lil Nas X was arrested and briefly taken to a hospital for a suspected overdose Thursday after Los Angeles police say he charged at officers responding to a report of a naked man walking on a busy boulevard.
3 weeks ago in Sports
How MLB’s upcoming deals will change how you watch out-of-market, Sunday night and Wild Card games
According to people familiar with negotiations, ESPN is nearing a deal to distribute out-of-market games while NBC/Peacock, Netflix and Apple TV are in talks for regular-season packages, the Wild Card round and the Home Run Derby.
3 weeks ago in World
Famine grips Gaza’s largest city and is likely to spread, authority on food crises says
The world's leading authority on food crises said Friday the Gaza Strip's largest city is gripped by famine, and that it is likely to spread across the territory without a ceasefire and an end to restrictions on humanitarian aid.
Police Chief Steve Taylor confirms retirement from Lynden Police, Lynden begins search for replacement
Applicants need to have at least ten years of law enforcement experience, with at least five years in senior or executive-level management.
Whatcom County names new director of Health and Community Services
The new director is expected to take over at the end of October, pending confirmation from the county council.
Northwest Sports Update: Sounders move on to Leagues Cup semifinals, Mariners look to rally against the A’s at home
Seattle edged Puebla in shootouts last night at Lumen Field after the two clubs played to a scoreless draw in regulation.
Resident files lawsuit against City of Blaine over Public Records Act violation allegation
Environmental group Blaine Water Coalition claims the city failed to properly respond to its request for records related to a subdivision development.
Everson Police search for neighborhood prowler on the loose
Anyone with information on the suspect’s identity or whereabouts is urged to contact the Everson Police Department at 360-676-6911.
WEATHER: Heat advisory issued for Whatcom, Skagit Counties this weekend
Temperatures are expected to climb into the mid- to upper 80's in Bellingham and Ferndale through Tuesday of next week.
City of Bellingham closes Bloedel-Donovan Park playground for upgrades
The new play area will have over 40 play features, including slides, climbers, swings and 11 elevated features that are ramp accessible to wheelchairs.
Lifestyle Lookout: Hiking, live music and local art in Whatcom County this weekend
Enjoy the "Dog Days of Summer" starting this weekend at any of these fun activities curated by KGMI's Adam Smith.
3 weeks ago in World
Hundreds of historic tall ships sail into Amsterdam for a maritime festival
Crowds packed vantage points along a major canal and took to the water themselves Wednesday to watch a flotilla of hundreds of historic ships sail into Amsterdam at the start of a five-day festival celebrating the Dutch capital's maritime history.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Ciara reinforces her passion for music with ‘CiCi.’ The album is her first since 2019
Ciara will deliver a new bundle of joy on Friday, but it's not the fifth child her husband publicly flirts with her about. "It's time. Honestly, I've been working on this album for almost five years," said the R&B-pop superstar.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi welcome first child via adoption
Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi adopted a daughter, the first child for the married couple, this summer, they announced Thursday. "We are beyond excited to embark on this beautiful next chapter of parenthood in both peace and privacy," the couple wrote in a social media statement.
CONTRIBUTED: Prepare in a Year – Utility Safety
In Emergency Management, we talk about preparing during “blue sky days” for the “gray sky days” when disasters emerge. Here’s…
Crews haul contaminated soil out of Padden Creek as cleanup efforts continue
Soil samples taken from along the creek will help determine when the excavation work will be over.
3 weeks ago in Sports
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, aka Sincaraz, rule men’s tennis as the 2025 US Open arrives
OK, sure, maybe it wouldn't be rational to say there's no point in actually holding the full U.S. Open and instead just fast-forwarding to the inevitable matchup for the men's championship between Jannik Sinner — assuming he's healthy — and Carlos Alcaraz on Sept. 7. Seems reasonable, though.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
New Beatles ‘Anthology’ projects will be released this fall
Beatles fans will be feeling some "real love" for this: New content from the iconic band is coming this fall on screen, in music and in print.
