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2 weeks ago in National
Soaring gas prices leads to biggest monthly inflation spike in four years in March
The largest monthly jump in gas prices in six decades caused a sharp spike in inflation in March, creating major challenges for the inflation-fighters at the Federal Reserve and heightening the political challenges of rising costs for the White House.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Pittsburgh Penguins clinch a playoff spot, ending their 3-year drought
For the first time in four years, it will soon be a great day for playoff hockey in Pittsburgh. The Penguins clinched a playoff spot Thursday night by beating New Jersey, ending their postseason drought that lasted three seasons.
2 weeks ago in Sports
McIlroy atop Masters leaderboard again, while DeChambeau and Rahm will have to fight to make the cut
Defending champion Rory McIlroy picked up where he left off a year ago. For a couple other big names at the Masters, just making the cut is no guarantee.
Catton scores game-winner in shootout, Kraken end skid with 4-3 victory against Golden Knights
Joey Daccord stopped 31 shots for Seattle.
California animal rescue offers reward for information linked to Guemes Island
SKAGIT COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – A disturbing mystery in Western Washington is now drawing national attention– and a big reward.…
Steady market, rising downtown vacancies in Bellingham to begin 2026
Downtown and Sunset Square combined for more than half of the vacant retail space in Bellingham.
Whatcom County reminds residents to be safe when eating locally
Anyone who suspects a food seller is operating illegally is asked to contact the Whatcom County Food Safety team.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Pink to host the 2026 Tony Awards on June 7 at Radio City Music Hall
The Tony Awards have turned to a singer with a reputation for a high-energy, physical live show to be the next telecast host — Pink. The three-time Grammy Award winner will make her debut as MC for the awards on June 7 at its familiar home of Radio City Music Hall.
2 weeks ago in Sports
76ers say Joel Embiid will have surgery for appendicitis with no timeline for his return
Joel Embiid was diagnosed with appendicitis and will undergo surgery on Thursday in Houston, the Philadelphia 76ers announced. The 76ers are scheduled to play at the Rockets on Thursday night.
Northwest Sports Update: Kraken shake up front office, Sounders fall in first leg of Champions Cup quarterfinals, 90th Masters begin and more
The Kraken are parting ways with their president of hockey operations amid a late season collapse.
Whatcom County, Ecology to hold office hours for water adjudication
There are three upcoming sessions in April at local library branches.
Lummi Island Ferry dry dock postponed to fall
The three-week outage will likely take place between September and October.
Police search for missing Lummi Nation teen last seen in Bellingham
Anyone with information on her location is asked to call 911.
Lifestyle Lookout: Bellingham Beer Week begins, Rick Steves visits Bellingham, live music and more this weekend
Check out these events happening this weekend in Whatcom County.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Thousands of fans gather as BTS launches world tour in South Korea
A huge crowd of BTS fans packed into a stadium near Seoul on Thursday to see the K-pop supergroup kick off their long-awaited world tour.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Megan Moroney, Miranda Lambert and Ella Langley lead 2026 ACM Awards nominations dominated by women
Megan Moroney leads the 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards with nine nominations. That includes a first-time nomination for the top prize of the night, entertainer of the year, as well as director and artist-songwriter of the year. She's also received her third consecutive nominations for female artist and visual media of the year.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Travelers face higher costs and fewer flight options as jet fuel prices swing
A new reality is setting in for travelers worldwide: rising fees, fewer flight options and difficult decisions about whether a trip is worth the cost.
2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
A wild hook and a big leg kick as Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player and Tom Watson open the Masters
The Masters got started beneath whispy white clouds and a bright blue spring sky Thursday when Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson once again struck the ceremonial tee shots down the first fairway at Augusta National.
Whatcom County housing market slows down in first quarter of 2026
Data from the Northwest Multiple Listing Service show fewer homes sold, and those that did took longer to find buyers.
Bellingham woman convicted of killing transient man
The 67-year-old will spend the next 23 years in prison after a jury found her guilty of second-degree murder.
