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2 days ago in Lifestyle, Local Experts, Native Advertising, Pest Control Expert

Odorous house ants emerge in May as warmer weather arrives in Whatcom County

As temperatures rise in May, many Whatcom County homeowners notice an uptick in odorous house ants, commonly known as sugar…

2 days ago in Community Events, Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle, Lifestyle Lookout

Lifestyle Lookout: Star Wars at Mount Baker Theatre, Cascadia International Women’s Film Festival and more this weekend

WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – If sunshine on your shoulders makes you happy, you are in luck. The weather looks…

2 days ago in Community Events, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local

Northwest Tune-Up announces music lineup for 2026 festival

Acts coming to the main stage include Hippie Sabotage, Souls of Mischief, Dirtwire, Sierra Hull and Delhi 2 Dublin among others.

3 days ago in Lifestyle

Money Happens: What to do when becoming a homeowner feels out of reach

Anxiety about the possibility of never being able to own a house can make some people give up on organizing their finances altogether, says John Hankins, a certified financial therapist. If you hope to buy a house in the future but don't know where to start, here are some expert tips for you

4 days ago in Business, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local

Portal Container Village on Bellingham waterfront set to open on May 1

The waterfront site will host local vendors, activities and several major events during the summer.

National

2 days ago in National

Redistricting battle intensifies in states after US Supreme Court ruling on Voting Rights Act

A Supreme Court decision striking down a majority Black congressional district in Louisiana has amplified an already intense national redistricting battle by providing Republican officials in several states new grounds to redraw voting districts.

4 days ago in National

US infant formula supply is ‘safe,’ FDA says after looking for potential contaminants

A new analysis of chemicals in U.S. infant formula found reassuringly low levels of heavy metals, pesticides and other potential contaminants, federal health officials said Wednesday.

4 days ago in National

Hegseth will go before Congress for the first time since the Iran war started

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will face questioning from lawmakers Wednesday for the first time since the Trump administration went to war with Iran, a decision that Democrats say has led to a costly conflict of choice waged without congressional approval.

6 days ago in National

Man charged with attempted assassination of Trump in White House correspondents’ dinner shooting

The man who authorities say tried to storm the White House Correspondents' Association dinner with guns and knives was charged Monday with the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump as federal authorities suggested an attack that disrupted one of Washington's glitziest events had been planned for at least several weeks.

6 days ago in National

Accused attacker at Washington media dinner is a tutor and computer engineer from California

The California man arrested in the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner is a highly educated tutor and amateur video game developer opposed to the policies of President Donald Trump.

National Sports

2 days ago in Sports

Jaden McDaniels and the feisty Timberwolves oust the Nuggets and move on to meet the Spurs

The Minnesota Timberwolves had plenty of lulls during the regular season, seemingly coasting at times while struggling to recapture the form that fueled them to consecutive Western Conference finals appearances over the last two years.

2 days ago in Sports

Caitlin Clark scores 21 points, gives the Fever a brief scare in her 1st home game in 9 months

Caitlin Clark's first home game in more than nine months was supposed to be a celebration. Instead, she gave the Indiana Fever and fans a scare Thursday night.

3 days ago in Sports, Trending

Lindsey Vonn tells the AP she is not yet in position emotionally to decide if she will race again

Lindsey Vonn is still recovering physically and emotionally from her frightening crash at the Winter Olympics. For now, the tough decisions about the future can wait.

4 days ago in Sports

Broncos’ 2-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons retires after 32 interceptions in his 9-year career

Two-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons has retired following a nine-year career, including eight seasons with the Denver Broncos. The Broncos announced Simmons' retirement on Wednesday and noted the news came exactly 10 years after the team selected the safety in the third round from Boston College in 2016.

4 days ago in Sports

Wild going home against Stars with chance to advance in NHL playoffs for 1st time since 2015

Mats Zuccarello and the Minnesota Wild are now in the position that they try to be in every season in the NHL playoffs. Things feel a bit different now, with the Wild going home for Game 6 on Thursday night with a chance to eliminate the Dallas Stars and advance to the second round for the first time since 2015.

Local News from My Bellingham Now

2 days ago in Local

Expect delays on northbound I-5 this weekend as roadwork continues

BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Warmer weather means more maintenance on our major roadways. WSDOT is reminding drivers of a full-day…

2 days ago in Crime, Local

Ferndale officer on leave after fatal shooting of attempted homicide suspect

The officer was placed on leave in accordance with department policy as an independent investigation continues.

2 days ago in Local

Gas prices reach record high in Bellingham

Washington is still sitting roughly $1.20 over the national average.

2 days ago in Environmental, Government, Local

Whatcom County to conduct environmental review of proposed gravel mine near Sumas

The county is taking public feedback on the proposal through May 29.

2 days ago in Local, Weather

Bellingham forecasted to see above average temperatures this weekend

Remember to not leave people or animals in hot cars and our local water bodies will have still cold temps if you do decide to recreate aquatically.

2 days ago in Community Events, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local

Northwest Tune-Up announces music lineup for 2026 festival

Acts coming to the main stage include Hippie Sabotage, Souls of Mischief, Dirtwire, Sierra Hull and Delhi 2 Dublin among others.

Entertainment News

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

The 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards are coming up. Here’s who’s nominated and how to watch

It's time to cowboy up, y'all. The 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards are right around the corner, and they look different this time around.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Britney Spears charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs

Britney Spears was charged in California on Thursday with driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol, authorities said. The 44-year-old pop star was charged with a single misdemeanor count of driving under the combined influence of alcohol and at least one drug, the Ventura County District Attorney's Office said.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Foo Fighters bring their stadium show to a modest NYC venue. Inside the exclusive, surprise concert

Foo Fighters announced two surprise shows Wednesday: one at Irving Plaza on Thursday and another at the Starland Ballroom on Saturday in New Jersey. Tickets were priced at $30, limited to two per purchaser and available only on a first-come, first-served basis at 10 a.m. Thursday at each venue.

2 days ago in Entertainment

‘Mormon Wives’ star Taylor Frankie Paul and ex-partner ordered to stay 100 feet apart

Taylor Frankie Paul, a reality TV star from "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives," and the father of her 2-year-old son were ordered Thursday to stay 100 feet (30 meters) away from each other for the next three years as a Utah court commissioner continues to assess custody plans for the child.

2 days ago in Community Events, Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle, Lifestyle Lookout

Lifestyle Lookout: Star Wars at Mount Baker Theatre, Cascadia International Women’s Film Festival and more this weekend

WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – If sunshine on your shoulders makes you happy, you are in luck. The weather looks…

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