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3 hours ago in Sports, Trending
UEFA says decision by FIFA to let U.S. forward play at World Cup is ‘incomprehensible’
An all-time controversy in the World Cup's 96-year history was raging Monday ahead of the co-host United States facing Belgium with a quarterfinals place at stake.
3 hours ago in Sports
England hands Mexico its first World Cup loss at Estadio Azteca, winning 3-2 to reach quarterfinals
Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane carried England to the World Cup quarterfinals, overcoming a raucous crowd, the elevation of Estadio Azteca and a man disadvantage in the second half to beat Mexico in a 3-2 thriller on Sunday night.
4 days ago in Sports
Alex Ovechkin declares ‘I’m back!’ and re-signs with Capitals to return for a 22nd NHL season
Alex Ovechkin is not ready to skate away from the NHL, not yet, and now he gets a chance to make his career goal-scoring record even more difficult to break.
4 days ago in Sports
Taylor Fritz wins match and style points at Wimbledon. De Minaur also advances
A well-dressed Taylor Fritz impressed again at Wimbledon on Thursday, beating compatriot Patrick Kypson 6-2, 6-2, 7-5 to reach the third round as Princess Kate visited the All England Club.
4 days ago in Sports, Trending
U.S. beats Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to round of 16 and keep its World Cup dreams alive
Malik Tillman stepped up for a free kick with a bloody sock and a new right boot after being stepped on by an opponent as the United States scrambled to protect a one-goal lead, down a man in a World Cup knockout round.
Local News from My Bellingham Now
4 days ago in Lifestyle, Local, Outdoors, Weather
Warm, sunny weather predicted for 4th of July weekend
Forecasters warn there could be some strong winds though, with a good chance of gusts exceeding 20 mph.
4 days ago in Community Events, Dedicated To Service, Government, Local
Whatcom County to host third community meeting for new jail
Residents can share their feedback ahead of a major decision point looming in August.
4 days ago in Elections, Government, Local, Trending
Let’s Go Washington hands in signatures for “millionaire’s tax” challenge
The Washington state Secretary of State's office will verify the signatures in the coming days.
4 days ago in Business, Lifestyle, Local
Office vacancies climb in Bellingham as retail market holds steady in Q2
Downtown retail vacancies saw a minor drop in the second quarter of 2026.
4 days ago in Business, Government, Local, National
Port of Bellingham lands $23.5 million to rebuild shipping terminal
North Pier upgrades are expected to add port jobs and generate millions in annual economic impact for Whatcom County.
4 days ago in Dedicated To Service, Local
Ferndale’s busiest fire station now staffed 24/7
District leaders expect faster EMS response times in downtown Ferndale and near the freeway.
Entertainment News
2 hours ago in Entertainment
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce marry in front of famous friends at Madison Square Garden
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married Friday night at Madison Square Garden, where actor Adam Sandler was the surprising officiant at a ceremony and Stevie Nicks performed among a crowd packed with stars of sports and entertainment.
3 hours ago in Entertainment
‘Minions & Monsters’ tops Fourth of July holiday box office, barely beating ‘Toy Story 5’
The Minions have taken down "Toy Story 5" at the July Fourth weekend box office, but not by much. "Minions & Monsters," the seventh film in the "Despicable Me" franchise, earned $36.4 million at the holiday weekend box office, according to studio estimates for North America.
3 hours ago in Entertainment
George Clooney to get the lifetime achievement prize from Venice Film Festival
George Clooney is returning to the Venice Film Festival this year, where he'll be honored with a lifetime achievement award. The festival's organizers said Monday that Clooney has been selected to receive the Golden Lion at the 83rd edition of the festival in September.
4 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
The best movies of 2026 so far, from ‘Project Hail Mary’ to ‘Rose of Nevada’
It's been a curiously seesawing first six months. The movies have been dominated as much by 26-year-old YouTuber-turned-filmmaker Curry Barker as they have 79-year-old Steven Spielberg.
4 days ago in Community Events, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Trending
Whatcom County celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with fireworks in Bellingham, Blaine
Whatever you plan on doing for the Fourth of July, make sure you plan ahead to do it safely.
