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2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Madonna, BTS and more World Cup halftime performers see jump in song streams, Justin Bieber up 110%
It was the 11-minute performance heard around the world. Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS and Shakira each brought abridged hits to the World Cup's first halftime show in a whirlwind performance Sunday just outside New York. And it has resulted in some noteworthy streaming bumps.
2 weeks ago in National
Terrorism trial opens in stabbing of author Salman Rushdie
The man convicted of trying to kill Salman Rushdie spent years researching the writer's whereabouts before stabbing him on a lecture stage, federal prosecutors said Wednesday at the opening of his federal terrorism trial.
M’s fall to Reds in rubber match, Calabro out in Portland, Storm hit All-Star break and more | Northwest Sports Update
Seattle now hits the road for a four-game series against Texas with a chance to take the division lead back.
Winner claims $8.2 million lottery ticket sold in Bellingham
There's still an unclaimed ticket for $10,000 that was sold at a convenience store downtown.
Wildfires in BC, eastern Whatcom County continue to grow
Smoke from the B.C.'s Brunswick Creek Complex triggered an air quality alert earlier this week.
Lynden seeks pro and con statements for proposed property tax hike in November
Sign ups are due to the city clerk's office by Friday, July 31.
Seal pup euthanized after being found with gunshot wound near Bellingham
A local response team says this is the third seal they've treated for a gunshot wound this year and the first pup.
He was fired by the White House right after being sworn in. Now a top federal prosecutor is suing
Roger Rogoff is the latest in a series of judicially appointed U.S. attorneys to be ousted by the Trump administration but is believed to be the first of that group to sue over the removal.
Former Whatcom County residents suspected of kidnapping Forest Service workers
A local case against one of the suspects was dismissed in 2024.
2 weeks ago in Sports
NFL training camps set to open with 10 new head coaches, several QB changes and plenty of hope
The countdown is over. NFL training camp has arrived. Every team is 0-0 so there's hope in each city that this season ends with a championship parade.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Stephen Curry to have a dedicated exhibit at the Basketball Hall of Fame, a 1st for an active player
Stephen Curry is headed to the Hall of Fame, making more basketball history with a first-of-its-kind exhibit for an active player. Stephen Curry: Beyond the Arc is set to open Friday, celebrating the career of a two-time MVP and the NBA's career leader in 3-pointers.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Kaylee Hottle, deaf ‘Godzilla’ actor, killed in car crash at 18
Kaylee Hottle, a deaf actor best known for her starring role in two "Godzilla" films, died in a car crash in Maryland early Tuesday morning, the Frederick County Sheriff's Office said. She was 18.
2 weeks ago in Trending, World
Louvre reopens Apollo Gallery after a brazen heist, but no jewels are on display
The Louvre's Apollo gallery on Wednesday reopened to the public for the first time since 88 million euros ($102 million) worth of crown jewels were stolen in a dramatic daytime heist.
2 weeks ago in World
Congo’s Ebola outbreak has killed nearly 1,000 people
At least 999 people have died from the Ebola outbreak in Congo, according to official data published overnight into Wednesday, a grim toll in what's already been declared the fastest Ebola outbreak in history.
Suárez homers against former team and Burns throws 5 scoreless innings as Reds beat Mariners 4-2
Julio Rodríguez, who began the night on the bench after exiting Monday’s game early, added a solo shot in the eighth.
Deadline to register online or by mail for August primary approaching in Whatcom County
The auditor’s office says any registered voter who has not yet received their ballot should contact them for a replacement.
Hunger vs. Hunger Year 6 takes aim at triathlon world-record
Local real estate agent Ethan Hunger is trying to raise $500,000 for the Bellingham Food Bank this weekend.
Whatcom County’s unemployment rate drops in June despite job losses
The job losses can largely be attributed to a decrease in the county's labor force from May.
Cal’s slam guides M’s to third straight win, Bells follow suit, Seahawks’ Hard Knocks hype and more | Northwest Sports Update
George Kirby led a shutout as the M's took back the AL West lead.
Man sentenced in jet-ski drug smuggling operation between WA and BC
The scheme unraveled after several witnesses found suspicious items on a Port Angeles beach.
