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Luigi Mangione due in court as fight continues over evidence in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing case

Luigi Mangione is due back in court on Tuesday for the second day of a hearing in his bid to bar New York prosecutors from using evidence that they say links him to last year's killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

4 hours ago in National

Northeast prepares for first major snowstorm of season

The Northeast was getting ready Tuesday for its first major snowstorm of the season, just as the Midwest began to escape snow and ice that snarled travel after the Thanksgiving holiday.

4 hours ago in Sports

Mets agree to contract with free agent reliever Devin Williams, AP source says

Free agent reliever Devin Williams has agreed to a contract with the New York Mets, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Monday night.

4 hours ago in Entertainment

‘One Battle After Another’ and Jafar Panahi win big at Gotham Awards

Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" was crowned best feature film and the dissident Iranian director Jafar Panahi won three awards Monday at the 35th annual Gotham Awards, a starry kickoff to the film industry's awards season.

4 hours ago in Entertainment

Prada finalizes purchase of fashion rival Versace for $1.4 billion, launching new era

The Prada Group closed the purchase of Milan fashion rival Versace in a $1.375 billion cash deal that puts the fashion house known for its sexy silhouettes under the same roof as Prada's "ugly chic" aesthetic and Miu Miu's youth-driven appeal.

4 hours ago in Sports

Kiffin laments circumstances of his Ole Miss exit, but says he couldn’t pass up LSU

Lane Kiffin called his past six years at Ole Miss "the best six years" of his life, and then tried to explain why he felt compelled to leave Oxford, Mississippi, behind and take over an LSU football program that he's always admired from afar.

4 hours ago in Sports

Drake Maye passes for 2 TDs, Patriots become 1st team to 11 wins, defeating Giants 33-15

Led by Drake Maye and Marcus Jones, the New England Patriots became the first NFL team to reach 11 wins this season. They also left no doubt about the gulf between them and the New York Giants at the moment.

4 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Apple Replay is here. What’s the No. 1 song on Apple Music’s 2025 songs chart?

It arrived in 2024. And it never left. Rosé and Bruno Mars' massively popular, Grammy-nominated "APT." topped Apple Music's global song chart in 2025 as the giant music streamer released year-end lists Tuesday and provided listeners with data on their own most listened-to tunes.

4 hours ago in World

Former Honduras President Hernández freed after Trump pardon

Former Honduras President Juan Orlando Hernández, sentenced last year to 45 years in prison for his role in helping drug traffickers move hundreds of tons of cocaine to the United States, was released from prison following a pardon from President Donald Trump, his wife announced Tuesday.

17 hours ago in

State Senator Sharon Shewmake says she won’t seek reelection in 2026

The 42nd District Democrat is serving her first term as state senator after winning two terms to the state House, also from the 42nd District.

18 hours ago in

Whatcom County opens application window for advisory committee members

Applications are due by 10 a.m. on Jan. 6, 2026.

18 hours ago in

Olympic Pipeline resumes production following shutdown

The leak was first reported on Nov. 11 with governors of Washington and Oregon issuing emergency declarations to maintain fuel deliveries.

18 hours ago in

“Porch Pirate” strike Whatcom County home as holiday shopping continues

The Whatcom County Sheriff's Office is advising residents to consider having their packages held at the post office, or to request a signature for any deliveries.

18 hours ago in

CONTRIBUTED: What to expect this winter (and what to do about it) in Whatcom County

WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Wouldn’t it be helpful to know what to expect from the weather as we head…

18 hours ago in

Spanish teacher at Anacortes High School killed in car crash

The school district says the man spread warmth, humor and passion to everyone whose lives he touched.

19 hours ago in

Steelhead fishing closed on Nooksack River for remainder of 2025

All fishing on the river will also be closed during the month of January.

19 hours ago in

WEATHER: Storm systems forecasted to bring moderate wind, rain and mountain snow to Whatcom County

The Mount Baker Ski Area is hopeful for a forecasted 40+ inches of snow, but no opening date has been announced yet.

19 hours ago in

Northwest Sports Update: Seahawks roll, MB and LC fall in semis, prep basketball tips off and more

The Seahawks are flying high after a big shutout win, but Whatcom County's two remaining schools have bowed out of the state football playoffs.

23 hours ago in Lifestyle

Can your dog eat Christmas dinner? The holiday foods pets can and can’t have

Spot & Tango reports on safe holiday foods for dogs, warning against harmful items and how to include pets in festive celebrations responsibly.

1 day ago in Sports, Trending

NFL division races tighten after a weekend full of surprises and upsets

The race for division titles in the NFL got tighter in Week 13. The Rams, Colts and Steelers became the latest first-place teams to lose Sunday. The Eagles and Ravens lost Thursday. The Patriots play Monday night. Five of the eight divisions have two teams tied for the top spot or separated by less than a game.

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4 hours ago in Sports

Mets agree to contract with free agent reliever Devin Williams, AP source says

Free agent reliever Devin Williams has agreed to a contract with the New York Mets, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Monday night.

4 hours ago in Entertainment

‘One Battle After Another’ and Jafar Panahi win big at Gotham Awards

Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" was crowned best feature film and the dissident Iranian director Jafar Panahi won three awards Monday at the 35th annual Gotham Awards, a starry kickoff to the film industry's awards season.

4 hours ago in Entertainment

Prada finalizes purchase of fashion rival Versace for $1.4 billion, launching new era

The Prada Group closed the purchase of Milan fashion rival Versace in a $1.375 billion cash deal that puts the fashion house known for its sexy silhouettes under the same roof as Prada's "ugly chic" aesthetic and Miu Miu's youth-driven appeal.

4 hours ago in Sports

Kiffin laments circumstances of his Ole Miss exit, but says he couldn’t pass up LSU

Lane Kiffin called his past six years at Ole Miss "the best six years" of his life, and then tried to explain why he felt compelled to leave Oxford, Mississippi, behind and take over an LSU football program that he's always admired from afar.

4 hours ago in Sports

Drake Maye passes for 2 TDs, Patriots become 1st team to 11 wins, defeating Giants 33-15

Led by Drake Maye and Marcus Jones, the New England Patriots became the first NFL team to reach 11 wins this season. They also left no doubt about the gulf between them and the New York Giants at the moment.

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