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WWU Police investigate threat made against campus

According to the message, the university received an email around 8 a.m. that contained racist language and a "broad, nonspecific threat" near Wilson Library.

4 weeks ago in

Bellingham City Councilmember alleges ethical misconduct against prominent Whatcom County Democrat

Reding refuted the claims, and the state Democratic Party says it has not found evidence of wrongdoing at this time.

4 weeks ago in

Woman injured following crash off I-5 in Ferndale

Investigating troopers found that one of the drivers had failed to negotiate a curve when they took the northbound off-ramp to Main Street and went airborne.

4 weeks ago in Heating and AC Expert,

Experts Urge Whatcom County Residents to Replace HVAC Filters Ahead of Cold Weather

Experts say fall is an ideal time for the task, as heating systems will soon see heavy use during colder months. Pairing filter replacement with a professional inspection or tune-up can also ensure systems are ready for the season.

4 weeks ago in , Northwest Clean Air Agency 

Health Officials Urge Caution on Wood Burning, Stressing ‘Dry, Clean Wood Only’ for Necessary Heat

By following these best practices—minimizing wood burning to only necessary circumstances and ensuring that all fuel is dry and clean—households can help protect both their family's health and the broader community's air quality.

4 weeks ago in , Veterinary Expert

Balanced Nutrition Key When Selecting Food for Dogs and Cats, Vets Say

With aisles of options lining pet store shelves, choosing the right food for dogs and cats can feel overwhelming. Veterinarians…

1 month ago in World

Hurricane Imelda rumbles toward Bermuda as airport, schools and government offices close

Hurricane Imelda barreled toward Bermuda on Wednesday as forecasters warned that it could swipe past the tiny British territory as a Category 2 storm.

1 month ago in National

What happens now that a government shutdown is underway

Washington is bracing for what could be a prolonged federal shutdown after lawmakers deadlocked and missed the deadline for funding the government.

1 month ago in Sports, Trending

FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets go on sale amid high demand and many uncertainties

Not even half of the spots in the 48-team field have been claimed. The schedule of matches won't be finalized until December. And other than host nations U.S., Canada and Mexico, nobody has any idea where or when they'll be playing.

1 month ago in Sports

Roger Federer leads the 2026 nominees for the International Tennis Hall of Fame

Roger Federer leads the list of nominees announced Wednesday for the International Tennis Hall of Fame's class of 2026. He was the first man to win 20 Grand Slam singles titles and ushered in an era of unprecedented greatness with younger rivals Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic.

1 month ago in Entertainment, Music

Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ is almost here. Here’s what to know

Lights, camera, action. Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," arrives Friday. Are you ready for it?

1 month ago in

Authorities searching for missing teen last seen in Ferndale

If you see Kamran Finkbonner or know of his whereabouts, call 9-1-1.

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1 hour ago in Community Events, Entertainment, Fall Guide, Lifestyle

Spooky and fun activities happening on Halloween in Bellingham

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Want some ideas on how to spend Halloween? The MBN newsroom has their picks of what to do and where to go this year.

6 hours ago in Entertainment

Dictionary.com’s word of the year is ‘6-7.’ But is it even a word and what does it mean?

Go ahead and roll your eyes. Shrug your shoulders. Or maybe just juggle your hands in the air. Dictionary.com's word of the year isn't even really a word. It's the viral term "6-7" that kids and teenagers can't stop repeating and laughing about and parents and teachers can't make any sense of.

6 hours ago in Trending, World

King Charles III strips Prince Andrew of titles and evicts him from royal residence

King Charles III on Thursday stripped his disgraced brother Prince Andrew of his remaining titles and evicted him from his royal residence after weeks of pressure to act over his relationship with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, Buckingham Palace said.

6 hours ago in Entertainment

Vermont town draws ‘Beetlejuice’ fans to iconic horror movie site

For nearly 40 years, a tiny town in Vermont has attracted hoards of "Beetlejuice" fans eager to visit where the whimsical horror movie's most famous scenes were filmed.

19 hours ago in Community Events, Entertainment, Fall Guide, Features, Lifestyle, We Are Whatcom

Megan Sutton: Co-director of The Rocky Horror Picture Show shadow cast

"Get ready for a show that hopes to chill you, thrill you and fulfill you." The Rocky Horror Picture Show returns to the Mount Baker Theatre screen and stage in its 50th year with an enthusiastic cast lead by Megan Sutton and Paul Henderson.