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Drought conditions are spurring water-saving measures in Washington state
What those measures are was outlined mostly in the press conference, but education, aquifers and reclamation systems will be part of the campaign.
Whatcom County warns of potential layoffs amid ‘unsustainable’ budget shortfall
The Executive's Office will be giving an update on the county's finances at an upcoming county council meeting.
Birch Bay Waterslides to remain closed in 2026
Additional details regarding the park's decision were not immediately available.
Stranded, emaciated fin whale dies on Samish Island beach
The whale is 61 feet long and weighs about 40 tons, according to experts. Fin whales are the second largest animals on earth after blue whales.
SURVEY: More WA business owners weighing options out-of-state
Nearly 75% of business owners surveyed say that tax burdens are driving the largest wedge into their bottom line.
4 weeks ago in National, Trending
Some iPhone owners could get up to $95 payment after Apple agrees to settle case for $250 million
Owners of some iPhones are in line to get cash payments of up to $95 from Apple after the company on Tuesday reached a $250 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit for false advertising of its artificial intelligence capabilities.
Matt Olson hits go-ahead homer in the ninth for Braves to outlast Mariners 3-2
George Kirby pitched seven innings for Seattle, surrendering two runs on five hits while striking out five.
Whatcom County Council struggles to approve jail framework amid growing frustration
Elected officials estimate that each day of delay costs around $40,000.
Northwest Sports Update: Seahawks sign big name edge rusher, M’s rally to snap skid, district baseball tourney gets underway and more
The Seahawks have reportedly signed former Cowboys edge Dante Fowler Jr. to a one-year contract.
Whatcom, Skagit County schools recognized for academic improvements
State education officials noted improvements in attendance and testing scores within our region's schools.
BRIEF: Lynden school bus driver hospitalized in crash
A handful of students were on board, but none of them were injured in the crash.
DCYF sued over lack of support for immigrant youth allegations
Advocates say many of these young people, who fled abuse or arrived in the US as children, are eligible for a protected status that can lead to citizenship, but they lose that chance after age 21.
4 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Restaurants celebrate authentic Mexican culture and history this Cinco de Mayo
Nayomie Mendoza has become accustomed to how Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in the U.S.: the platters of tacos, the pitchers of margaritas and the jubilant sounds of mariachi bands.
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USPS unveils Route 66 centennial stamps, born from a photographer’s 42 trips
The U.S. Postal Service on Tuesday is releasing eight stamps marking significant parts of the road in each of the states it traverses, passing by vintage diners, gas stations and motels — many since preserved or restored — along with breathtaking vistas and wide horizons of the open road.
4 weeks ago in World
Inside the cruise ship at the center of the hantavirus outbreak
The nearly 150 people aboard a cruise ship off the coast of Cape Verde have been mostly confined to their cabins, according to footage obtained by The Associated Press, after three passengers died and at least four others were left ill in a suspected hantavirus outbreak.
Lynden chocolate shop wins multiple international awards
Fresco Chocolate in Lynden won multiple awards at the Academy of Chocolate Awards in London on March 20.
4 weeks ago in Sports
Knicks crush the 76ers 137-98 to start the second round and keep up a historic postseason roll
Jalen Brunson scored 27 of his 35 points in the first half and the New York Knicks emphatically added to a historic postseason roll by overwhelming the Philadelphia 76ers 137-98 on Monday night in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.
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Lakers’ Doncic, Thunder’s Williams ruled out for Game 1 of West semifinals with hamstring injuries
Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic and Oklahoma City Thunder guard/forward Jalen Williams have been ruled out of Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals on Tuesday night with left hamstring injuries.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
Beyoncé, Bad Bunny and Janelle Monáe take artistic liberties with Met Gala dress code
Met Gala guests from Beyoncé and Naomi Osaka to Emma Chamberlain did not play it safe this year for the Met Gala, delivering custom works of art in honor of the dress code "Fashion is art."
4 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending
‘The Lost Boys’ and ‘Schmigadoon!’ earn 12 Tony nominations each to lead the field
"The Lost Boys" and "Schmigadoon!" each earned a leading 12 Tony Award nominations Tuesday, as nominators also made June Squibb the oldest Tony-nominated actor in history at 96. Danny Burstein is now the most-nominated male actor in Tony history.
