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17 hours ago in , Northwest Clean Air Agency
We can all take some simple actions to help reduce chances of ozone formation | Sponsored
Breathing in ozone can cause a range of health problems, especially for children, older adults and people with respiratory conditions.
Mariners and Bells return home, Seahawks’ division rival reunites with longtime WR, Storm look to overshadow off-court drama and more | Northwest Sports
The Bells are entering a crucial series that could bring extra playoff baseball to Bellingham.
Improved staffing shortens emergency response times in Mount Vernon
A levy passed by voters is being credited for the improvements.
AG’s Office secures settlement over hidden hotel booking fees
Four websites were accused of "pre-checking" a box to add the extra fees on reservations.
Lynden Heritage Museum launches fundraising campaign to stay open
Funding cuts, fire-related costs and rising expenses have forced the museum to reduce staff and hours amid its 50th anniversary
‘Extreme’ risk of dangerous fire conditions in central, eastern WA Saturday
High temperatures and strong winds could make existing wildfires spread unpredictably.
Sudden Valley fire station back open after two-year closure
The new facility includes several safety upgrades along with more functional spaces for 24/7 staffing.
2 days ago in Sports
Deebo Samuel returns to the 49ers on a 1-year deal worth up to $7M, AP source says
The San Francisco 49ers are bringing back former All-Pro Deebo Samuel for a second stint after starting receiver Ricky Pearsall got sidelined by a knee injury.
2 days ago in Sports
Pressure rises on Infantino and FIFA’s World Cup investor plan as adviser resigns and Asia opposes
Pressure on FIFA President Gianni Infantino and his divisive plan to sell World Cup profits to private equity grew Friday as his senior adviser who sat on a White House panel resigned and Asia's soccer body joined Europe and North America in opposing it.
2 days ago in Entertainment
Actor Storm Reid hopes music reveals another side, introducing listeners to the real her
Storm Reid knows how the world sees her: an accomplished, polished actor who always seems to have it all together. Through new music, the Emmy-winner hopes listeners discover another side of her.
2 days ago in National
New York sues prediction market platform Kalshi alleging ‘illegal gambling operation’
New York officials sued prediction market platform Kalshi on Friday, calling it an "illegal, unlicensed gambling operation" as the state seeks to halt its operations and force the company to forfeit its profits.
Rushing and Hernández go deep as the Dodgers beat the Mariners 6-2
Bryan Woo gave up five runs and five hits in five innings while striking out eight.
2 days ago in Sports
Royals lefty Noah Cameron has a no-hitter broken up by the Twins’ Ryan Jeffers to start the 7th
Kansas City Royals left-hander Noah Cameron took a no-hitter into the seventh inning on Thursday afternoon against the Minnesota Twins before Ryan Jeffers broke it up with a leadoff single.
2 days ago in Lifestyle
Tanning is getting hot again. Here’s what it really does to your skin
Experts are concerned about a resurgence in the popularity of tanning among young adults as social media has helped tanning in general make a comeback. A video of a girl sharing her "tanning secrets" and showing off a bikini tan line has racked up more than 11 million views, while people in the comments joke, "The earth probably won't last long anyway, I'd rather go out tan than pale."
M’s face Dodgers in rubber match, Storm co-owner suspended, Bells’ playoff picture and more | Northwest Sports Update
Storm co-owner Celeste Keaton will miss their next five home games after an explicit interaction with two young fans.
2 days ago in Sports
European nations vow FIFA World Cup boycott over Infantino private equity plan as opposition spreads
European nations agreed Thursday to boycott the World Cup and all other FIFA competitions to protest Gianni Infantino's plan to sell stakes in soccer's biggest tournament to private equity investors. The North American soccer body rejected his plan later the same day.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Music
The Recording Academy CEO responds to BTS decision not to submit to Grammys
Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. has responded to the news that K-pop powerhouse BTSwill not submit their music for consideration at the forthcoming 2027 Grammy Awards.
Seattle police chief resigns under pressure from mayor over response to festival shooting
After an initial social media post announcing that there had been a shooting with multiple victims, it took nearly five hours for police to provide any additional information to the public, including whether there was any ongoing threat.
ACLU files federal claim over family’s detention in Blaine
The civil rights organization says the asylum-seeking family was subjected to extreme heat and unsafe conditions.
Wildfires in North Cascades, Okanogan County grow
Fire officials say dry conditions and shifting winds are likely to drive further fire growth.