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Crowd of spectators behind a green barricade at a sunny outdoor event, with a tall blue FIFA Michelob Ultra banner nearby.
Photos
3 minutes ago
FIFA World Cup 2026 | PHOTOS

Here are a collection of photos from Bellingham, Seattle and beyond capturing the FIFA World Cup action in the PNW.

Thermometer in the lower-left foreground with a clear, radiant sun and blue sky, suggesting very hot weather (around 40–50°C).
Weather
1 hour ago
Temperatures could touch 90 degrees in parts of Whatcom County coming out of weekend

Forecasters warn the warm and dry conditions will increase the risk of brush fires.

Environmental
1 hour ago
Middle school student finds invasive species on Orcas Island

The European Green Crab is very destructive to marine ecosystems.

Close-up view of a textured tree trunk in a dense evergreen forest.
Government
3 hours ago
Bellingham drafts permanent ordinance to protect landmark trees

The draft include several changes from the interim ordinance that’s been extended four times.

Outdoors
4 hours ago
Goodell Creek Campground temporarily closed due to bear activity

The National Park Service is urging recreationalists to follow proper food storage rules.

Local
22 hours ago
Washington crew members claim burnout, call on governor for help

Ferguson was asked to address a growing wage gap between deck and engine crew, causing burnout and affecting crew morale.

Bellingham acid ball soccer FIFA World Cup 2026
Northwest Sports
23 hours ago
Northwest Sports Update: Bellingham prepares for US-Australia, M’s blank Orioles in series finale, Storm drop ninth straight and more

There will be two official watch parties in downtown Bellingham Friday when the US plays Australia in Seattle at noon.

Health and Wellness
24 hours ago
Shellfish harvesting reopens in northern Whatcom County

Biotoxin closures remain in effect south of Sandy Point to the Skagit County border.

Exterior of a stadium with white steel framework and a red-brown façade, blue 'FIELD' lettering visible under a clear blue sky
Entertainment
1 day ago
Downtown Bellingham to host pair of official watch parties for US World Cup game Friday

The U.S. is playing its first-ever game in Seattle against Australia at noon.

Orca fins and bodies amid splashing waves in the blue ocean, water droplets spraying around the whales.
Local
1 day ago
Southern Resident Orca Calf spotted in PNW waters

This marks the second new orca born in 2026.

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