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6 days ago in Entertainment

Russell Brand has been convicted of rape and sexual assault

Russell Brand was convicted Thursday of rape and sexual assault charges on allegations dating back more than 20 years. Judge Joel Bennathan said Brand faces a "significant" prison term when he is sentenced Monday. He had been free on bail but was taken into custody.

6 days ago in Entertainment

Bingo, Care Bears, Pokémon cards and the classic playground slide make it into the Toy Hall of Fame

Bingo, Care Bears, the Pokémon Trading Card Game and the humble playground slide have all made it into the National Toy Hall of Fame, taking their place alongside classics like Mr. Potato Head and G.I. Joe.

6 days ago in Entertainment

Met Gala exhibit will examine everyday items of clothing, replacing scuttled Galliano show

And now, Take 2: The new Met Gala exhibit will celebrate everyday garments and materials like jeans and puffer jackets, paper and plastic — and how fashion designers transform them.

7 days ago in Sports

Ravens are getting veteran QB Jacoby Brissett from the Cardinals, AP source says

Veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett is heading from the Arizona Cardinals to the Baltimore Ravens, a person with knowledge of the trade told The Associated Press on Wednesday.

7 days ago in Sports

Zverev’s tenure as No. 1 begins with ‘bad’ loss at Paris Masters, Djokovic also goes out

Alexander Zverev's tenure as the No. 1 in men's tennis started with a 7-6 (5), 6-2 defeat to Lorenzo Musetti in the second round of the Paris Masters on Wednesday.

7 days ago in National

What’s next in the investigation of the Learjet crash in Florida that killed 9?

Investigators are just beginning the lengthy process of determining why a business jet plummeted from the sky in Florida after encountering a thunderstorm and slammed into the ground with such force that it created a crater and shattered the plane.

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Some Ferndale schools briefly locked down following burglary report, no information on suspects

Ferndale Police says there does not appear to be any ongoing threat to the public amid their active investigation.

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Bellingham native severely injured in Spain train crash

A GoFundMe has been started to support Austin Hartman amid his long road to recovery.

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Whatcom Community College receives $6.75 million grant to bolster cybersecurity education

WCC will create a new workforce advisory council to better align the school's programs with industry needs.

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Army Corps repairs damaged levees in Whatcom, Skagit counties ahead of flood season

None of the levees were in imminent danger of failing, but had suffered minor damage during last year's flooding.

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New agreement reached over future Bellingham fish passage projects

A study found dozens of underpasses that fully or partially block fish passage across city limits.

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Bellingham man arrested after officers witness drug deal

A field test on the exchanged product tested positive for methamphetamine.

7 days ago in Lifestyle

5 unique Thanksgiving main dishes to make on the grill

Wildfire Outdoor Living reports on unique Thanksgiving grilling recipes from Wildfire Outdoor Living, featuring dishes like Five-Spice Rotisserie Pork and Blackened Tri-Tip.

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Whatcom County breweries clean up at WA Beer Awards

The awards were handed out at the Washington Craft Beer Summit in Seattle on Monday, Nov. 2.

7 days ago in National, Trending

Democrats usher in a new era with their resounding sweep of the House and the Senate

Democrats are riding their sweep of Congress into a new era, eager to meet voter demands for change with plans to tackle high costs of living and confront President Donald Trump's final years in the White House.

7 days ago in Lifestyle

Shorter days and dark afternoons can trigger depression. Here’s how to fight back

As winter approaches and daylight hours grow shorter, people prone to seasonal depression can feel it in their bodies and brains.

7 days ago in Lifestyle

The daily habits that have the biggest impact on healthy aging

Fatty15 reports that healthy aging relies on consistent daily habits such as a nutritious diet, regular physical activity, sufficient sleep, stress management, and social connections.

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M’s name new manager, Seahawks fall to 4-4, district tourney updates and more | Northwest Sports Update

The Mariners named former Cubs farm director Jason Kanzler as their new skipper Tuesday.

1 week ago in Sports, Trending

Major League Baseball proposes delaying salary cap start until 2028 in talks with players

Major League Baseball proposed delaying the start of a salary cap until 2028, saying teams have too many commitments for next season that wouldn't allow them to reduce spending quickly enough.

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12 hours ago in Community Events, Lifestyle, Local, Trending

Veterans Day events scheduled in several locations locally

Here's a list of Whatcom County-located events for Wednesday, Nov. 11.

12 hours ago in Entertainment, Government, Lifestyle, Local, Trending

Whatcom Museum to raise admission fees, extend Thursday hours in 2027

The museum also plans to close their gift shop in an effort to tighten their budget.

12 hours ago in Environmental, Local, Trending, Weather

Coastal flood advisory issued for Whatcom County

This coincides with the preexisting wind advisory for the region.

14 hours ago in Business, Government, Health and Wellness, Local, Trending

WA dialysis treatment companies face monopoly lawsuit

State Attorney General Nick Brown says the companies require their doctors to sign noncompete agreements in order to corner the market.

17 hours ago in Education, Elections, Government, High School, Local, Local Sports, Sports, Trending

ACLU of Washington files suit over I-638 passage

The initiative would take effect Dec. 3 if no legal action is taken against it.