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City of Bellingham aims to address commercial vacancies downtown
A new report found that nearly 15% of ground floor space is vacant of the heart of downtown.
Tulip season extends in Skagit County
This season has been longer than usual as some farms opened as early as March 21 amid an early bloom.
Former Ferndale firefighter sues Fire District 7 over sexual harassment claims
The woman says she was denied a promotion after reporting the harassment to leadership.
CONTRIBUTED: SAR tips for outdoor recreation in Whatcom County
The experts at Whatcom County Search and Rescue (SAR) have some tips for them – and us all.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Thunder breeze through the first round for a 3rd straight year and brace for tougher games ahead
Oklahoma City's first-round dominance in the NBA playoffs continues. The road should get at least a little tougher in the coming weeks — but there's little doubt the defending champions are well-equipped to defend their title.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Man pleads guilty to plotting attack on a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna
A man accused of pledging allegiance to the Islamic State group and plotting to attack one of superstar singer Taylor Swift's concerts in Vienna nearly two years ago pleaded guilty as his trial began on Tuesday, his lawyer said.
Kody Clemens homers, drives in 5 runs to power the Twins to an 11-4 win over Mariners
Luis Castillo (0-2) gave up seven runs on seven hits over five innings for the Mariners.
Northwest Sports Update: WWU softball wins key late-season series, M’s sweep Cards, Seahawks draft recap and more
The Vikings are now tied with Saint Martin's for first place in the conference standings with four games left before the playoffs.
Bellingham man killed in officer-involved shooting in Maple Falls
The man was identified as a suspect in a separate shooting on the Lummi Reservation that's being investigated by the FBI.
Swinomish Indian Tribal Community set to receive over $10 million
The tribe will use the funds to construct a new commercial pier and covered storage, renovate three moorage piers and design a new fish processing plant.
State sues Albertsons over buy one get one deals, claims of manipulated grocery prices
AG Brown says shoppers paid more despite promises of a free item.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Paige Bueckers says it’s all business with Azzi Fudd as they try to win with the Dallas Wings
Dallas Wings star Paige Bueckers said her relationship with teammate and fellow No. 1 overall pick Azzi Fudd will have no effect on what they do on the court as they try to turn around a franchise with a long history of losing.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Michael Jackson streams skyrocket after ‘Michael’ biopic opening weekend, up 95% in the US
Michael Jackson once sang "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough." For fans of the King of Pop's music, it's words to live by: Streams of his catalog jumped 95% in the U.S. over the weekend when compared with the same dates the previous weekend.
Whatcom County Council to consider initial budget cap for new jail project
The resolution also sets a new projection for the jail's capacity.
2 weeks ago in National
Man charged with attempted assassination of Trump in White House correspondents’ dinner shooting
The man who authorities say tried to storm the White House Correspondents' Association dinner with guns and knives was charged Monday with the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump as federal authorities suggested an attack that disrupted one of Washington's glitziest events had been planned for at least several weeks.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Is TMI really such a bad thing? Here’s the case for oversharing
Most people worry about the risks of oversharing, but in reality, opening up often builds trust and leads to stronger relationships. So, how do you know when it's TMI or if you're not sharing enough?
2 weeks ago in , Professional
Seahawks address defense, bolster receiving corps in draft
Hawks entered draft with just four picks but trades brought them four more
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Nedra Talley Ross, the last surviving member of the 1960s bee-hived pop band the Ronettes, dies
Nedra Talley Ross, the last surviving member of the 1960s bee-hived pop band the Ronettes, who sang the enduring hits "Be My Baby," "Baby I Love You" and "Walking in the Rain" alongside her cousins, has died. She was 80.
2 weeks ago in Sports
The Mets, Red Sox and Phillies aren’t out — but they’re very much down
Right now, FanGraphs still gives the Red Sox a 34% chance of making the playoffs, and the Phillies and Mets each a 33% chance. That means there's a decent shot one of those three teams will turn it around and reach the postseason. But so far this season has been dire for each of them.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Melanie C says she’s bringing joy to the club with ‘Sweat,’ an athletic album from the Spice Girl
Get your heart pumpin'. She'll make you "Sweat." Such is the promise sung by the artist known as Melanie C, or Mel C and Sporty Spice of the game-changing '90s girl group Spice Girls, in the lead single from her ninth album of the same name.
