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Sheriff’s office seeks tips into 2018 disappearance of Custer man

Billy Joe Darwin was last seen at his home on Valley View Road.

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Man arrested in Sedro-Woolley following threats, false gun report

Officers noted the suspect was unarmed at the time of his arrest.

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New changes to take effect ahead of Monday’s Bellingham City Council meeting

Public comment will now take place at the beginning of regular meetings instead of the end.

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More details released in suspected hate crime in Bellingham

Court documents say the suspect hurled racist insults at the Hispanic victim and his son in the men's bathroom.

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Fire heavily damages Bellingham cold storage facility

No one was inside the building and no injuries were reported.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

‘Practical Magic 2’ conjures a No. 1 box office debut with $30 million

"Practical Magic 2" conjured a box-office victory this weekend, opening atop the North American charts nearly three decades after its predecessor grew from a modest theatrical performer into a cult favorite.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

‘The Pitt’ looks to repeat and ‘Widow’s Bay’ could bring an epic wave as Emmy Awards arrive

The 78th Emmy Awards are here. "The Pitt" will look to find its place in the television pantheon and "Widow's Bay" will ride a storm of buzz into the ceremony Monday night at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Celine Dion thrills fans with emotional comeback concert after overcoming rare illness

She hit the high F, held it, then blew out a breath and turned to look back at the band — a quick, disbelieving glance toward her musical director. Some 30,000 people read it before they had finished screaming: Celine Dion did it.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn’t involve a blood test

New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. But doctors say they aren't quite ready yet — and besides, you don't need a test before trying to lower your risk.

3 weeks ago in Sports

US women show some vulnerability ahead of LA Games capturing 5th straight World Cup basketball title

The names may change, but the results are the same for the U.S. women's basketball team — another FIBA World Cup title. The Americans' fifth championship in a row came Sunday in a 97-79 victory over France. It wasn't as easy as the previous four, with the U.S. showing some vulnerability throughout the tournament.

3 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

Resetting the AL and NL postseason races with 2 weeks left in the regular season

Clinching season has begun, with the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers becoming the first teams to wrap up spots in the postseason.

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Mariners stumble again in playoff push, Butler’s 9th-inning homer lifts A’s to 8-7 win

Randy Arozarena homered twice and had four RBIs for the Mariners.

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Lake Whatcom retrofitting project receives FEMA funding

Over $2 million dollars is being sent to the project after Hazard Mitigation Grant funding was approved.

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Bellingham lifts total burn ban

Backyard bonfires are allowed once more inside the city. The city is still reminding people to exercise caution when setting fires.

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Public health professional appointed Skagit County coroner

Commissioners voted to fill the vacancy left by outgoing Coroner Hayley Thompson.

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25 years later: The Pacific Northwest unites at the border to remember 9/11 | Contributed

A memorial at Peace Arch Park brought together military members, first responders, local officials and community members to remember the events from 25 years ago.

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Washington students could see new path to graduation under new proposal

The proposal would expand student options while focusing on career readiness, financial education and life skills.

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Friday Night Lights in Blaine, Week 2 prep football schedule, Anacortes gets revenge on Squalicum and more | Northwest Sports Update

Anacortes dusted Squalicum Thursday night behind five TDs from Washington State-commit Ryan Harrington.

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Paid street parking to expand in Bellingham

City officials say that the boost in parking revenue will get reinvested back into downtown businesses and the programs supporting them.

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Permit scams on the rise in Bellingham

The city warned residents of similar scam attempts earlier this year.

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