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6 hours ago in Sports
NCAA football oversight committee proposes stiff penalties for violations of transfer portal window
The NCAA football oversight committee is recommending emergency legislation to protect the transfer portal window by issuing penalties for schools and coaches who circumvent the rules.
6 hours ago in Sports
US hockey player Brady Tkachuk slams White House TikTok as ‘clearly fake’ after anti-Canada slur
American hockey player Brady Tkachuk said Thursday that he did not appreciate a doctored TikTok video shared by the White House that made it look like he was disparaging Canadians after winning Olympic gold, calling it fake and something he would never say.
1 day ago in Sports
Max Scherzer and Toronto Blue Jays agree to $3 million, 1-year deal, AP source says
Max Scherzer is returning to the Toronto Blue Jays. Two weeks into spring training, the three-time Cy Young Award winner has agreed with the reigning American League champions on a $3 million, one-year contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press early Thursday.
3 days ago in Sports
Kevin Durant says he wants to play for US men’s basketball team at 2028 Olympics in LA
"I didn't want to just take my name out of consideration just because of the simple fact that I'm older and I did it before"
3 days ago in Sports
UFL restricts punting beyond 50-yard line and makes 60-plus field goals worth 4 points
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The UFL won’t allow punts after a team crosses the 50-yard line until late in each…
Local News from My Bellingham Now
19 hours ago in Education, Local
WWU to begin construction of new student center in March
The facility is expected to be finished in fall 2027.
19 hours ago in Lifestyle, Local
Interurban Trail reopens in Bellingham
Its reopening follows an eight-month closure for a fish passage project.
20 hours ago in Community Events, Government, Local
Whatcom County to hold second community engagement session for new jail
It comes ahead of major decisions on the jail's size, scope and budget this spring.
21 hours ago in Education, Government, Local
State lawmakers mull bill to offer more funding to WWU amid critical budget cuts
It comes as Western has consistently received the lowest per-student funding in the state.
21 hours ago in Business, Government, Local
Low-interest loans now available for Sumas businesses impacted by December flood
The deadline to apply for physical damage loans is April 27, while any loan applications dealing with business economic damage is due by Nov. 24.
21 hours ago in Health and Wellness, Local
PeaceHealth to consolidate priority care centers in Bellingham
The clinics offer same-day support for non-emergency health concerns.
Entertainment News
6 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Eddie Vedder turns solo vulnerability into a powerful plea in Netflix’s ‘Matter of Time’
The first time Eddie Vedder toured without Pearl Jam, he made some glaring mistakes onstage and felt discouraged. A few shows later, he ran into Bruce Springsteen, who told him that performing solo is terrifying but that vulnerability can be a force to harness.
6 hours ago in Entertainment
30 years after Pokémon’s release, fans are still trying to catch ’em all
In the 30 years since Pokémon debuted in Japan with the 1996 release of Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green for Nintendo Game Boy, the franchise has taken over the globe with its animated shows, mobile games and highly coveted trading cards. Its popularity continues with fans young and old.
7 hours ago in Community Events, Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle, We Are Whatcom
Gail Ridenour: Executive Director, Bellingham Symphony Orchestra
As Executive Director Gail Ridenour and her team gear up for a year of shows like none other, My Bellingham Now was able to learn a bit more about her and the pathway music has given her.
19 hours ago in Community Events, Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle, Lifestyle Lookout
Lifestyle Lookout: Experience local beer, music and entertainment in Whatcom County this weekend
Here's your list of events happening in Whatcom County this weekend.
1 day ago in Entertainment
Park Chan-wook will lead the Cannes Film Festival jury, will be the 1st Korean in the role
Park Chan-wook, the Korean filmmaker of "Oldboy" and "No Other Choice," will head the jury at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, festival organizers announced Thursday.
